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		<title>Our Responses Are Not Necessarily Those of Others</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:09:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[by Laurie Wilhelm
In a previous article, I was taking a look at our natural human tendancy to impose our personal emotions, perceptions or beliefs onto our understanding of others.
I&#8217;d like to share with you here ...]]></description>
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		<title>Understanding Others Doesn&#8217;t Mean Talking About Ourselves</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 05 Feb 2012 16:59:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Understanding Others Doesn&#8217;t Mean Talking About Ourselves
This is an odd title, I know. But let me explain&#8230;
There are times when we&#8217;re in conversation with a colleague, friend or family member and, as we&#8217;re listening, we ...]]></description>
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		<title>I Told You So</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 16:46:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=8181</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[by Laurie Wilhelm
&#8220;I told you so.&#8221;
Have you ever said those words to someone?
When you said it, how did you want him to feel?
Perhaps more importantly, when you said it, how did you want to make ...]]></description>
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		<title>Stunning Success</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/stunning-success/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2012 09:00:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Improving Leadership and Management Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Leadership]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Distinguish Management from Leadership]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=8168</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[by Laurie Wilhelm
I&#8217;d like to suggest that you visit Robin Sharma&#8217;s website and download Robin Sharma&#8217;s Little Black Book for Stunning Success.
This quick and insightful read will offer you valuable gems on becoming an exceptional ...]]></description>
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		<title>Whose Meaning Is It Anyway?</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/whose-meaning-is-it-anyway/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2011 12:12:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Persuade and Influence]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Improve Communication Skills]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=8143</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[by Laurie Wilhelm
It happened again.
Last week, I was having coffee with a friend and I was talking about how I&#8217;m getting rid of a bunch of &#34;stuff&#34; that is cluttering my office. 
As I outlined ...]]></description>
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		<title>How to Approach Conflict</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/how-to-approach-conflict/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2011 00:47:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Conflict Resolution and Negotiation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Conflict Resolution Tips]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Resolving Conflict]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=8132</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Let&#8217;s start by saying conflict is inevitable. Let&#8217;s follow that by saying most of us don&#8217;t like conflict.
So what should we do when conflict arises?
First things first: don&#8217;t ignore it. Conflicts are much easier to ...]]></description>
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		<title>State Your Expectations, Don&#8217;t &#8220;OK&#8221; Them</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/state-your-expectations-dont-ok-them/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2011 09:00:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Improving Communication at Work]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Self Confidence]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7765</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[When it comes to expectations, it&#8217;s important to communicate them clearly. To do so, expectations should be made as statements such as &#8220;By the end of this meeting, we will have to have made decisions ...]]></description>
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		<title>Three Quick Tips to K.I.S.S. Communication</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/three-quick-tips-to-k-i-s-s-communication/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/three-quick-tips-to-k-i-s-s-communication/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 03 Dec 2011 09:00:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Keep It Short and Simple
1. The key to effective communication is to use simple, easy-to-understand language. Packing your communication with complex words and going on at great length with too much detail won&#8217;t make others ...]]></description>
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		<title>Dealing with Conflict at Work</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/dealing-with-conflict-at-work/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Dec 2011 09:00:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Conflict Resolution and Negotiation]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7769</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Most conflict is driven by emotion, not logic. In fact, most conflicts begin because someone felt that he was treated poorly, humiliated, insulted, deceived, cheated, betrayed &#8211; or any number of other negative emotions.
Conflicts at ...]]></description>
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		<title>Situational Eye Contact</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/situational-eye-contact/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/situational-eye-contact/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Nov 2011 09:00:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7763</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[In Western cultures, the meaning of eye contact tends to vary whether you&#8217;re the speaker or the listener.
When you&#8217;re the speaker, making eye contact shows confidence, self-assurance, honesty and that you&#8217;re focused on someone or ...]]></description>
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		<title>Taking Credit for Your Work and Accomplishments</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/taking-credit-for-your-work-and-accomplishments/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/taking-credit-for-your-work-and-accomplishments/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:49:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Most Recent Articles]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7761</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Many of us associate taking credit for our work as showing off or boasting. We&#8217;re concerned that we may seem arrogant, conceited or self-important. Granted, we may be perceived that way if we are, in ...]]></description>
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		<title>The Difference Between Being Succinct and Being Abrupt</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/the-difference-between-being-succinct-and-being-abrupt/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/the-difference-between-being-succinct-and-being-abrupt/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 26 Nov 2011 09:00:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Constructive Feedback]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7759</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Being succinct and being abrupt are similar in that they both involve being concise and specific. Being succinct is getting to the point quickly and respectfully; being abrupt, however, is getting to the point so ...]]></description>
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		<title>Jargon</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/jargon/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/jargon/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Nov 2011 09:00:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Good Social Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Improving Communication at Work]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7773</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Jargon often gets in the way of clear communication.
Jargon consists of terms, expressions, acronyms or abbreviations that are understood to a specific group of people. While jargon has its place &#8211; it&#8217;s quite useful when ...]]></description>
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		<title>How to Have Good Team Players &#8211; Start With Yourself</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/how-to-have-good-team-players-start-with-yourself/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/how-to-have-good-team-players-start-with-yourself/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 24 Nov 2011 01:46:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Interpersonal Skills]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Team Leadership]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7823</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Much is written on how to achieve good team work and dynamics by motivating others. But what if you have little influence on the group? Well, there&#8217;s one person you can always influence and that&#8217;s ...]]></description>
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		<title>Communication Skills for Conflict Resolution</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/communication-skills-for-conflict-resolution/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 05 Nov 2011 09:00:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Conflict Resolution and Negotiation]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7847</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Effective conflict resolution requires good negotiating skills and good communication skills. While there are many factors to consider when resolving conflict, let&#8217;s start by looking at four overarching factors to keep in mind elements.
1. Know ...]]></description>
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		<title>How to Build Good Working Relationships</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/how-to-build-good-working-relationships/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/how-to-build-good-working-relationships/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2011 09:00:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7852</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Building relationships at work isn&#8217;t difficult, but they do take some time and effort to develop and grow.
One of the easiest ways to build relationships with co-workers is to give them sincere, honest compliments. This ...]]></description>
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		<title>Communicate Meaning, Not Just Data</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/communicate-meaning-not-just-data/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2011 01:00:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7845</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[One of the challenges when communicating effectively is how to translate data into meaningful information. All too often, we assume that the receivers of our data understand what it is that we want them to ...]]></description>
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		<title>Four Quick Communication Tips</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/four-quick-communication-tips/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 22 Oct 2011 09:00:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Here are four communication tips that maintain good relationships and avoid miscommunciation. 
Say what you want, not what you don&#8217;t
Instead of saying that you don&#8217;t want the meeting to go overtime, say you have to ...]]></description>
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		<title>Good Communication = Good Working Relationships</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/good-communication-good-working-relationships/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/good-communication-good-working-relationships/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 21 Oct 2011 09:00:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It&#8217;s not possible to have good working relationships without good communication. In fact, success is achieved easier and more quickly when we have good working relationships based on a foundation of good communication.
Good communication skills ...]]></description>
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		<title>Teamwork and Communication</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/teamwork-and-communication/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/teamwork-and-communication/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2011 14:38:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Leading Teams]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Most Recent Articles]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Team Leadership]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Today's Feature Article]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[leadership skills]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7791</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Effective teamwork creates incredible results. However, having an effective team is not as easy as sounds &#8211; it takes attention and work. Here are some factors that produce a well-running, highly productive team:
Strong Leadership
Good team ...]]></description>
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		<title>The Best Presentation Opener</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/the-best-presentation-opener/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/the-best-presentation-opener/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 18 Oct 2011 09:00:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Most Recent Articles]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Presentation and Public Speaking Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Public Speaking Tips]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Today's Feature Article]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Free Tips on Public Speaking]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7787</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The first few seconds of your presentation either capture the audience&#8217;s attention or make it drift away.
Beginning your talk by saying, &#8220;Let me tell you a bit about myself&#8221; and then restate your name, your ...]]></description>
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		<title>Do You Think You&#8217;re a Good Listener?</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/do-you-think-youre-a-good-listener/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/do-you-think-youre-a-good-listener/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2011 13:02:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Improving Leadership and Management Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Leadership]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Listening Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Most Recent Articles]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Today's Feature Article]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Articles on Listening Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[leadership skills]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7785</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Leaders are good listeners. 
When you listen, you have a better understanding of
- conflicts, issues and problems
- other perspectives, opinions and experiences
- the values and beliefs of those around you
- concepts, ideas and visions

Outcomes of ...]]></description>
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		<title>Ways to End a Boring Conversation</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/ways-to-end-a-boring-conversation/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/ways-to-end-a-boring-conversation/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 15 Oct 2011 09:00:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Interpersonal Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Most Recent Articles]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Today's Feature Article]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Interpersonal Relationship Skills]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7783</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Have you ever been trapped by someone who wouldn&#8217;t stop talking? Here are a few suggestions to politely make an exit:
1. If you know the other person is a non-stop talker, let him know how ...]]></description>
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		<title>Good Conflict vs. Bad Conflict</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/good-conflict-vs-bad-conflict/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/good-conflict-vs-bad-conflict/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 14 Oct 2011 09:00:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Conflict Resolution Tips]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Most Recent Articles]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Today's Feature Article]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Articles on Conflict Resolution]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7781</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Not all conflicts are bad.
Handled well, they can resolve issues in ways that are beneficial to the overall progress and result of the project as well as having a positive impact on the relationship of ...]]></description>
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		<title>Three Steps to Look Like You&#8217;re Listening</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/three-steps-to-look-like-youre-listening/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/three-steps-to-look-like-youre-listening/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2011 09:00:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Listening Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Most Recent Articles]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Today's Feature Article]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Articles on Listening Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Techniques for Effective Communication]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7777</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[&#8220;You&#8217;re not listening to me!&#8221; 
Have you ever have someone say that to you? What&#8217;s your usual response? 
&#8220;Yes I am!&#8221; 
You may well be listening but the person speaking doesn&#8217;t see you listening. 
In ...]]></description>
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		<title>Seven Tips for Improving Your Communication</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/seven-tips-for-improving-your-communication/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/seven-tips-for-improving-your-communication/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2011 09:00:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Most Recent Articles]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Today's Feature Article]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Tips for Communication]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7775</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Actions speak louder than words.
When you&#8217;re speaking with someone, be aware of your body language so you don&#8217;t detract from what you&#8217;re saying. Here are some suggestions of what not to do:
1. Don&#8217;t tell someone ...]]></description>
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		<title>One of the Biggest Barriers to Communication</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/one-of-the-biggest-barriers-to-communication/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/one-of-the-biggest-barriers-to-communication/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 10 Oct 2011 09:00:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Conflict Resolution and Negotiation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Conflict Resolution Tips]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Constructive Feedback]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Interpersonal Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Articles on Conflict Resolution]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7854</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[One of the most difficult things to do is communicate effectively when you&#8217;re upset. 
When you have to talk about an issue that has upset you, it can be very difficult to control your emotions ...]]></description>
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		<title>The Importance of Face Time</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/the-importance-of-face-time/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/the-importance-of-face-time/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 08 Oct 2011 09:00:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Good Social Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Interpersonal Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Interpersonal Relationship Skills]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7757</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[by Laurie Wilhelm
Unfortunately, face time is becoming more and more underrated. With the ease and speed of electronic communications we trade human interactions and the importance of including live-and-in-person time in our relationships for efficiencies ...]]></description>
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		<title>Say What You Want &#8211;  Not What You Don&#8217;t</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/say-what-you-want-not-what-you-dont/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/say-what-you-want-not-what-you-dont/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Sep 2011 09:00:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Good Social Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Improving Leadership and Management Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Good Social Skills / People Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Interpersonal Relationship Skills]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7755</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Many times we word what we want by saying what we don&#8217;t want.
Consider the following statements:
You say, &#8220;I don&#8217;t want you to leave out these documents,&#8221; when you really mean &#8220;I&#8217;d these documents included.&#8221;
You say, ...]]></description>
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		<title>Make Relationships the Way You Want</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/make-relationships-the-way-you-want/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/make-relationships-the-way-you-want/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2011 09:00:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Good Social Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Interpersonal Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Interpersonal Relationship Skills]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7753</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[When you find yourself in a poor relationship with someone at work, it&#8217;s easy to blame him for it by saying, &#8220;If only he&#8217;d just&#8230;&#8221; or &#8220;He&#8217;s always been like this!&#8221; or &#8220;He&#8217;s never going ...]]></description>
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		<title>How to Stop People from Grinding on You in Negotiations</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/how-to-stop-people-from-grinding-on-you-in-negotiations/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/how-to-stop-people-from-grinding-on-you-in-negotiations/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2011 09:00:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Conflict Resolution and Negotiation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Effective Negotiating Skills]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7640</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[by Roger Dawson 
Let me tell you how to conclude negotiations very effectively. You don&#8217;t have to use it when the other person is negotiating in good faith with you. You use it only when ...]]></description>
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		<title>The Blame Game</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/the-blame-game/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/the-blame-game/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Sep 2011 09:00:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Leadership]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Leading Teams]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[leadership skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Teamwork Articles]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7751</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[&#8220;They.&#8221;
&#8220;They said.&#8221;
&#8220;They want it.&#8221;
When you&#8217;ve been assigned a project and tell your team that you&#8217;re doing it because &#8220;they told us to,&#8221; how does it make you look?
Powerless? Weak? Like &#8220;they&#8221; are the big bosses ...]]></description>
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		<title>Your Choice of Words</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/your-choice-of-words/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/your-choice-of-words/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2011 09:00:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Improving Communication at Work]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Interpersonal Skills]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7747</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Have you ever been really clear about something only to find out later that you were misunderstood? 
If so, be aware of the words that you choose when you communicate. Are you using words that ...]]></description>
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		<title>Interpersonal Skills Tip: Making Positive Requests</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/interpersonal-skills-tip-making-positive-requests/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/interpersonal-skills-tip-making-positive-requests/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2011 09:00:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Interpersonal Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Interpersonal Relationship Skills]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7744</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[What&#8217;s your approach when you ask someone to carry out an assignment? How do you want him to react and take on the task? 
If you approach him timidly and start off with an apology ...]]></description>
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		<title>Respond Positively</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/respond-positively/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/respond-positively/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2011 09:00:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Good Social Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Interpersonal Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Interpersonal Relationship Skills]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7749</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[&#8220;Hold on.&#8221; 
&#8220;Bear with me.&#8221; 
&#8220;Give me a sec.&#8221; 
Have you ever said one of these phrases when you&#8217;ve been asked to do something? We&#8217;ve probably all said them at one time or another if ...]]></description>
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		<title>The Value of a Service Goes Down Quickly</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/the-value-of-a-service-goes-down-quickly/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/the-value-of-a-service-goes-down-quickly/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 20 Sep 2011 09:00:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Conflict Resolution and Negotiation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Effective Negotiating Skills]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7638</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[by Roger Dawson 
The value of a service always appears to go down quickly as soon as those services have been performed. The value of any material object you buy may go up in value ...]]></description>
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		<title>Let Others Express Themselves</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/let-others-express-themselves/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/let-others-express-themselves/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 2011 18:31:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Interpersonal Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Good Social Skills / People Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Interpersonal Communication Articles]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7742</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[One of the best ways you can express yourself is by letting others express themselves. Your staff, employees, colleagues &#8211; they all want to be listened to when they have something to say and you&#8217;d ...]]></description>
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		<title>How to Build Confident Work Teams</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/how-to-build-confident-work-teams/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/how-to-build-confident-work-teams/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 17 Sep 2011 09:00:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Leading Teams]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Successful Team Communication]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Team Building]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Teamwork Articles]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7734</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[There are many pathways to building confident work teams. Whether you are working with a new team, or an established already well-functioning one, the guidelines below can support you in building an even stronger, focused, ...]]></description>
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		<title>Run Meetings Confidently</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/run-meetings-confidently/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/run-meetings-confidently/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 09:00:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Improving Leadership and Management Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Leading Teams]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Meeting Facilitation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Teamwork Articles]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7709</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Effectively run meetings enable managers to accomplish more in a shorter amount of time, with the added benefit of group involvement and buy-in. If you are responsible for running meetings and aren’t quite sure how ...]]></description>
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		<title>Learn to Say “No” and Mean It!</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/learn-to-say-%e2%80%9cno%e2%80%9d-and-mean-it/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/learn-to-say-%e2%80%9cno%e2%80%9d-and-mean-it/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 2011 09:00:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Good Social Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Interpersonal Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Self Confidence]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[How to be Assertive]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Interpersonal Relationship Skills]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[How can you confidently respond when someone makes a request you’d prefer not to accommodate? Here are some ideas you can use to make sure you don’t find yourself doing something you’d very much prefer ...]]></description>
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		<title>Improve Your Body Language, Improve Your Confidence!</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/improve-your-body-language-improve-your-confidence/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/improve-your-body-language-improve-your-confidence/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 14 Sep 2011 09:00:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Body Language]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Self Confidence]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Body Language / Non-Verbal Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Confidence]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[The way that you move your body and walk has an enormous effect on the way that you feel and your confidence levels.
Let&#8217;s start with an exercise.
Imagine there are two people standing in front of ...]]></description>
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		<title>Giving Confident and Powerful Presentations</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/giving-confident-and-powerful-presentations/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/giving-confident-and-powerful-presentations/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2011 09:00:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Presentation and Public Speaking Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Presentation Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Self Confidence]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[How to Give a Good Presentation]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[You can deliver confident and powerful presentations! All it takes is a little preparation, some practice and a winning mindset.
If you’re like most people, you probably don’t like presenting very much so read on for ...]]></description>
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		<title>Ask for More Than You Expect to Get</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/ask-for-more-than-you-expect-to-get/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/ask-for-more-than-you-expect-to-get/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2011 07:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Conflict Resolution and Negotiation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Today's Feature Article]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Effective Negotiating Skills]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[by Roger Dawson
One of the cardinal rules of Power Negotiating is that you should ask the other side for more than you expect to get. Henry Kissinger went so far as to say, &#8220;Effectiveness at ...]]></description>
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		<title>Thank You for Subscribing!</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/thank-you-for-subscribing/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/thank-you-for-subscribing/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2011 02:55:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[misc]]></category>

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You&#8217;ll be receiving this eNewsletter in your inbox twice a week. It offers you ...]]></description>
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		<title>Never Make a Concession When You&#8217;re Negotiating Unless You Ask for Something in Return</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/never-make-a-concession-when-youre-negotiating-unless-you-ask-for-something-in-return/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/never-make-a-concession-when-youre-negotiating-unless-you-ask-for-something-in-return/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 31 Aug 2011 09:00:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Conflict Resolution and Negotiation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Most Recent Articles]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Negotiating Tips]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Effective Negotiating Skills]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[by Roger Dawson 
Power Negotiators know that anytime the other side asks you for a concession in the negotiations, you should automatically ask for something in return. Let&#8217;s look at a couple of ways of ...]]></description>
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		<title>Presentation Skills Mastery &#8211; The Lessons of Obama&#8217;s Oratory Skills</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/presentation-skills-mastery-the-lessons-of-obamas-oratory-skills/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/presentation-skills-mastery-the-lessons-of-obamas-oratory-skills/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 29 Aug 2011 10:00:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Most Recent Articles]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Presentation and Public Speaking Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Public Speaking Tips]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[What Makes a Good Public Speaker]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[by Aileen Pincus
When someone makes the difficult look easy, we tend to label him or her &#8220;a natural.&#8221; President Barack Obama is no exception.
His ability to move people through soaring rhetoric and appealing rhythms of ...]]></description>
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		<title>Team Quotes: Words from Top Team Leaders</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/team-quotes-words-from-top-team-leaders/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/team-quotes-words-from-top-team-leaders/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 27 Aug 2011 10:00:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Leading Teams]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Most Recent Articles]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Successful Team Communication]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Team Building]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Quotes give big meaning in few words and the following team quotes are insightful words from some great minds.
Team Quotes by Business Leaders
A major reason capable people fail to advance is that they don’t work ...]]></description>
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		<title>Leadership Definition: What is Leadership?</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/leadership-definition-what-is-leadership/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2011 10:00:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Most Recent Articles]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[leadership skills]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[A leadership definition is an individual who has the skill to motivate a group of people or a team towards a common goal. The effective leader leads the group successfully to a common goal.
Why Does ...]]></description>
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		<title>Skills for Success: What You Need to Succeed</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/skills-for-success-what-you-need-to-succeed/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/skills-for-success-what-you-need-to-succeed/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Aug 2011 10:00:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Leadership]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Most Recent Articles]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Today's Feature Article]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Interpersonal Communication Articles]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Success Skills]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[What you&#8217;ll find on the pages of Express Yourself to Success is information, tips and techniques on how interpersonal and communication skills are essential skills for success. 
While there is a lot written on the ...]]></description>
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		<title>Setting the Climate for a Non-Confrontational Negotiation</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/setting-the-climate-for-a-non-confrontational-negotiation/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/setting-the-climate-for-a-non-confrontational-negotiation/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2011 10:00:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Conflict Resolution and Negotiation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Most Recent Articles]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Negotiating Tips]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Effective Negotiating Skills]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=6801</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[by Roger Dawson
What you say in the first few moments of a negotiation often sets the climate of the negotiation. The other person quickly gets a feel for whether you are working for a win-win ...]]></description>
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		<title>Professional Communication Skills</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/professional-communication-skills/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/professional-communication-skills/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 23 Aug 2011 10:00:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Improving Communication at Work]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Improving Leadership and Management Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Most Recent Articles]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Effective Workplace Communication]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[If you want so succeed in your career, I mean really succeed, you have to take some time to evaluate your professional communication skills. 
Determine which you have, which you don&#8217;t and which need some ...]]></description>
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		<title>How to Handle Public Speaking Anxiety</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/how-to-handle-public-speaking-anxiety/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/how-to-handle-public-speaking-anxiety/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2011 10:00:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Anxiety and Panic Attacks]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Fear of Public Speaking]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Most Recent Articles]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Presentation and Public Speaking Skills]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[One of the most difficult challenges for speakers is how to handle public speaking anxiety. 
Steps to Handle Public Speaking Anxiety
Fear of public speaking is felt by most speakers. Some experience it in the form ...]]></description>
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		<title>Leadership Classes: Are They Necessary?</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/leadership-classes-are-they-necessary/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/leadership-classes-are-they-necessary/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 19 Aug 2011 10:00:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Improving Leadership and Management Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Most Recent Articles]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Distinguish Management from Leadership]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Leadership classes teach the skills necessary to transform the average manager into a effective leader. While some people have a natural inclination towards leadership, most everyone else needs training and coaching to develop and enhance ...]]></description>
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		<title>Making Conversation: Exchange of Ideas</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/making-conversation-exchange-of-ideas/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/making-conversation-exchange-of-ideas/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 18 Aug 2011 10:00:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Making Conversation and Small Talk]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Most Recent Articles]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Conversation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Small Talk / How to Talk with People]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[One of the main focuses of Express Yourself to Success is making conversation. Exchange ideas, opinions or information with someone you don&#8217;t know or someone you don&#8217;t know that well and you&#8217;ll begin to create ...]]></description>
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		<title>How Time Pressure Affects the Outcome of a Negotiation</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/how-time-pressure-affects-the-outcome-of-a-negotiation/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/how-time-pressure-affects-the-outcome-of-a-negotiation/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2011 10:00:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Conflict Resolution and Negotiation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Negotiating Tips]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Effective Negotiating Skills]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[by Roger Dawson 
In Puerto Prince, Haiti, former President Jimmy Carter, Colin Powell, and Senator Sam Nunn were in intense negotiations with Haiti&#8217;s military commander, General Cedras. The phone rang and it was President Clinton ...]]></description>
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		<title>Communication in Workplace Situations</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/communication-in-workplace-situations/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2011 10:00:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Improving Communication at Work]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[comm]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Effective Workplace Communication]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Communication can be tricky at the best of times but communication in workplace situations can not only be tricky but also stressful.
What You Need to Help Get Through Communication in Workplace Situations
While focus on communciation ...]]></description>
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		<title>Looking to Improve Public Speaking?</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/looking-to-improve-public-speaking/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/looking-to-improve-public-speaking/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Aug 2011 10:00:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Most Recent Articles]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Presentation and Public Speaking Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Public Speaking Tips]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Free Tips on Public Speaking]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[You&#8217;re making a good career move if you&#8217;re looking to improve public speaking. One of the best skills you can have is to be able to get in front of a group of people and ...]]></description>
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		<title>Quotes About Leadership &#8211; Zig Ziglar</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/quotes-about-leadership-zig-ziglar/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/quotes-about-leadership-zig-ziglar/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2011 10:00:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Quotes About Leadership]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Leadership Quotes]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Quotes About Leadership is a series of expressions by leaders, mostly those in business. These are easy-to-read, valuable lists that may resonate with you. Feel free to take a few to post on the bulletin ...]]></description>
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		<title>To Be a More Powerful Negotiator Never Say Yes to the First Offer</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/to-be-a-more-powerful-negotiator-never-say-yes-to-the-first-offer/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/to-be-a-more-powerful-negotiator-never-say-yes-to-the-first-offer/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 2011 10:00:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Conflict Resolution and Negotiation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Negotiating Tips]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Effective Negotiating Skills]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[by Roger Dawson 
Power Negotiators know that you should never say Yes to the first offer (or counter-offer) because it automatically triggers two thoughts in the other person&#8217;s mind.
Let&#8217;s say that you&#8217;re thinking of buying ...]]></description>
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		<title>Effective Teamwork: Creating a Well-Functioning Team</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/effective-teamwork-creating-a-well-functioning-team/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/effective-teamwork-creating-a-well-functioning-team/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 09 Aug 2011 16:00:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Improving Leadership and Management Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Leading Teams]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Teamwork Articles]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[We&#8217;ve all been part of teams where effective teamwork was a challenge. Hopefully, some of you have been part of a team where the teamwork was exceptional also.
The Making of Effective Teamwork
There are many factors ...]]></description>
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		<title>Leadership and Success: Clear Direction</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/leadership-and-success-clear-direction/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/leadership-and-success-clear-direction/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 09 Aug 2011 16:00:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Improving Leadership and Management Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Leadership]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[leadership skills]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Consider the relationship between leadership and success. When you think of various leaders you&#8217;ve come across in your life, were some more successful than others? What made them so? 
Leadership and Success
The degree to which ...]]></description>
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		<title>List of Communication Skills</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/list-of-communication-skills/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/list-of-communication-skills/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 09 Aug 2011 10:00:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Improving Communication at Work]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=7062</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The list of communication skills is a rather long one. Because of that, there is a lot to learn for the manager or leader who really wants to do a good job. We accomplish our ...]]></description>
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		<title>Why You Should Pursue Speaking Courses</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/why-you-should-pursue-speaking-courses/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/why-you-should-pursue-speaking-courses/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2011 10:00:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Fear of Public Speaking]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Presentation and Public Speaking Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Today's Feature Article]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[What Makes a Good Public Speaker]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[As professionals, we know how important it is to be able to speak well in front of a group of people so why is it that we don&#8217;t take time to participate in speaking courses? ...]]></description>
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		<title>Business Networking Groups</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/business-networking-groups-2/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/business-networking-groups-2/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 06 Aug 2011 10:00:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Business Networking]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Networking Tips]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=6948</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[There are dozens of business networking groups for you to choose from but not every one is best suited to your needs. Take some time to evaluate the various networking groups to determine where you&#8217;ll ...]]></description>
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		<title>Good Conversation Starters</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/good-conversation-starters/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/good-conversation-starters/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 05 Aug 2011 10:00:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Making Conversation and Small Talk]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Conversation]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=6927</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[From time to time we&#8217;re all stuck for some good conversation starters. Here are some ideas to keep in the back of your mind to help you the next time you want to approach someone ...]]></description>
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		<title>Leadership Skills Training</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/leadership-skills-training/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/leadership-skills-training/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Aug 2011 10:00:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Improving Leadership and Management Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[leadership skills]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Looking for some leadership skills training? There are plenty of leadership courses available and here is some advice on finding the right training for you.
Leadership Skills Training: Format
This many sound obvious, but before you sign ...]]></description>
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		<title>Basic Principles Make You a Smarter Negotiator</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/basic-principles-make-you-a-smarter-negotiator/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/basic-principles-make-you-a-smarter-negotiator/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2011 10:00:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Conflict Resolution and Negotiation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Negotiating Tips]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Effective Negotiating Skills]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=6795</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[by Roger Dawson 
The way that you conduct yourself in a negotiation can dramatically affect the outcome. I&#8217;ve been teaching negotiating to business leaders throughout North America since 1982 and I&#8217;ve distilled this down to ...]]></description>
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		<title>Three Benefits of Improving Communication Skills</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/three-benefits-of-improving-communication-skills/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/three-benefits-of-improving-communication-skills/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Aug 2011 10:00:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Improve Communication Skills]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=6871</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Let's take a look at the three of the many benefits for improving communication skills.]]></description>
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		<title>The Best Public Speaking Gestures</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/the-best-public-speaking-gestures/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/the-best-public-speaking-gestures/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2011 10:00:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laurie Wilhelm</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Body Language]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Most Recent Articles]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Presentation and Public Speaking Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Body Language / Non-Verbal Skills]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[The best public speaking gestures depend on what it is you&#8217;re trying to communicate. If you want to inject drama and passion into your speech or presentation, then big and bold body gestures make sense. ...]]></description>
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		<title>Even Professional Public Speakers Make Mistakes &#8211; Here Are The Top 10</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/even-professional-public-speakers-make-mistakes-here-are-the-top-10/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/even-professional-public-speakers-make-mistakes-here-are-the-top-10/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 29 Jul 2011 14:26:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Presentation and Public Speaking Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Presentation Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Public Speaking Tips]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[What Makes a Good Public Speaker]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=6395</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[by Heather A. Hansen
Have you ever been really excited about going to a conference just to be unpleasantly surprised by the quality of the speakers? There are some really high caliber speakers in the world, ...]]></description>
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		<title>People Management  &#8211; Ten Steps to Success!</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/people-management-ten-steps-to-success/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/people-management-ten-steps-to-success/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2011 14:21:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Improving Leadership and Management Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Leadership]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Leading Teams]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Skills Necessary for Effective Management]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=6387</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[by Martin Haworth
People management skills are vital for managers &#8211; it may sound simple, yet some managers find it so challenging. But there are just a few simple ideas that you can start to incorporate. ...]]></description>
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		<title>Speak to Your Audience &#8211; The Top 8 Ways to Make Your Listeners Love You</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/speak-to-your-audience-the-top-8-ways-to-make-your-listeners-love-you/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/speak-to-your-audience-the-top-8-ways-to-make-your-listeners-love-you/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2011 14:28:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Presentation and Public Speaking Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Public Speaking Tips]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Free Tips on Public Speaking]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=6397</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[by Heather A. Hansen
The key to a powerful presentation is to connect with members of your audience individually. This &#8220;human element&#8221; is what makes the difference between an average presentation with some good information, and ...]]></description>
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		<title>Making Time for Team Building Relationships</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/making-time-for-team-building-relationships/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/making-time-for-team-building-relationships/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2011 14:16:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Good Social Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Listening Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Articles on Listening Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Good Social Skills / People Skills]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=6385</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[by Martin Haworth
Whatever else you are doing &#8211; STOP! &#8211; whenever you engage with someone in conversation. Ignore pagers. Put off interruptions. At the very least make sure that you &#8216;honour&#8217; the space that you ...]]></description>
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		<title>Presenting in Public: Ten Golden Rules</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/presenting-in-public-ten-golden-rules/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/presenting-in-public-ten-golden-rules/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 20 Jul 2011 14:25:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Presentation and Public Speaking Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Public Speaking Tips]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[How to Give a Good Presentation]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=6393</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[by Shaun Parker
&#8220;The human brain starts working the moment you are born and never stops until you stand up to speak in public.&#8221;
When Sir George Jessel uttered these words, he touched not only on a ...]]></description>
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		<title>The Leader Next Door Needs Written Goals</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/the-leader-next-door-needs-written-goals/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/the-leader-next-door-needs-written-goals/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 18 Jul 2011 14:34:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Improving Leadership and Management Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Advanced Skills Management]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=6401</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[by Rick Hubbard
You&#8217;re the leader next door and have heard over and over that you need to set goals and write them down. You sit down in front of the computer to make a list ...]]></description>
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		<title>How to Implement Change in the Workplace Without Sending Your Staff to a Psychiatrist</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/how-to-implement-change-in-the-workplace-without-sending-your-staff-to-a-psychiatrist/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/how-to-implement-change-in-the-workplace-without-sending-your-staff-to-a-psychiatrist/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 15 Jul 2011 14:13:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Improving Leadership and Management Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Leadership]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Good Management Skills]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=6381</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[by Mike Moore
It seem that the only time people are open to change is when what they have always done no longer works for them. In other words when our needs are no longer being ...]]></description>
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		<title>Six Tips for Introducing Yourself at the Start of Your Presentation</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/six-tips-for-introducing-yourself-at-the-start-of-your-presentation/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/six-tips-for-introducing-yourself-at-the-start-of-your-presentation/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jul 2011 09:00:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Introducing a Speaker]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Presentation and Public Speaking Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Public Speaking Tips]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Free Tips on Public Speaking]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=6207</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[by Gilda Bonanno
In a presentation skills program a few weeks ago, someone asked me, &#8220;Gilda, how do I introduce myself at the start of my presentation to warm up the audience and establish credibility?&#8221; Contrary ...]]></description>
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		<title>10 Ways To Be Perceived As The Expert With Any Audience</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/10-ways-to-be-perceived-as-the-expert-with-any-audience-2/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/10-ways-to-be-perceived-as-the-expert-with-any-audience-2/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2011 14:23:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Presentation and Public Speaking Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Presentation Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Public Speaking Tips]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[How to Give a Good Presentation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[What Makes a Good Public Speaker]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=6391</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[by Bob Sommers
Public speaking is an excellent way to position yourself as the expert in your field. It&#8217;s also a great way to show your audience that you&#8217;re likable, caring and funny. The focus of ...]]></description>
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		<title>Stress in the Workplace &#8211; A Management Responsibility</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/stress-in-the-workplace-a-management-responsibility/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/stress-in-the-workplace-a-management-responsibility/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2011 14:11:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Improving Leadership and Management Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Leadership]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Motivating Staff and Employees]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Advanced Skills Management]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=6379</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[by  Leslie Hardy
Stress is considered to be the main cause of many medical conditions, including heart problems. At the same time, the nature of stress is multifaceted and difficult to define, and the reasons ...]]></description>
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		<title>Making The Most Of Questions At A Presentation</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/making-the-most-of-questions-at-a-presentation-2/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/making-the-most-of-questions-at-a-presentation-2/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 06 Jul 2011 14:22:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Presentation and Public Speaking Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Presentation Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[How to Give a Good Presentation]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=6389</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[by Kevin Sinclair
People usually prepare sufficiently for a presentation, but not many of them are as equally well geared up for the questions raised during and upon completion of the presentation. Making sure you are ...]]></description>
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		<title>Is Every Manager a Leader?</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/is-every-manager-a-leader/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/is-every-manager-a-leader/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 04 Jul 2011 14:15:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Improving Leadership and Management Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Effective Management Skills]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[by Marcia Granger
Top management sometimes plans extensively for strategic changes in an organization, but places very little emphasis on how to handle the transition from the old way to the new. When this happens, the ...]]></description>
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		<title>Eight Simple Rules&#8230;To Resolving Conflict and Improving Work Relationships</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/eight-simple-rules-to-resolving-conflict-and-improving-work-relationships/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/eight-simple-rules-to-resolving-conflict-and-improving-work-relationships/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 01 Jul 2011 14:10:16 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Conflict Resolution and Negotiation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Conflict Resolution Tips]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Resolving Conflict]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[by Greg Giesen
Managing conflict with coworkers doesn&#8217;t have to be difficult. In this article are eight simple rules that should both help you deal with conflict and improve your relationships at work.
Rule 1: See conflict ...]]></description>
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		<title>A Winning Spirit Inspires Leaders and Employees to Achieve Greater Success</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/a-winning-spirit-inspires-leaders-and-employees-to-achieve-greater-success/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/a-winning-spirit-inspires-leaders-and-employees-to-achieve-greater-success/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jun 2011 14:06:42 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Improving Leadership and Management Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Leadership]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[leadership skills]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[by  dr proactive
Many employees dread going to work each day. They are miserable, spending their entire week just waiting for the weekend to arrive. Their work suffers; they don&#8217;t work up to their potential, ...]]></description>
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		<title>Top Tips to Boost Your Professional Reputation</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/top-tips-to-boost-your-professional-reputation/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/top-tips-to-boost-your-professional-reputation/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2011 14:05:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Improving Leadership and Management Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Leadership]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Improving Management Skills]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[by Tony Jacowski
Boosting your professional reputation typically depends on many professional and character traits. Below are some the tips that you can immediately implement for success:
Dependability
You are indispensable to your employer if you have problem-solving ...]]></description>
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		<title>It&#8217;s Not What You Say, It&#8217;s The Way That You Say It</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/its-not-what-you-say-its-the-way-that-you-say-it/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/its-not-what-you-say-its-the-way-that-you-say-it/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2011 13:51:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Leading Teams]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Motivating Staff and Employees]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Improving Management Skills]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[by Martin Haworth
Sometimes in business there are constructive ways you can develop your people and ways of saying things that will only contribute to their decline.
How will you do it?
&#8220;OK, so what&#8217;s happened? &#8230; Well, ...]]></description>
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		<title>4 Ways That Less Is More In A Sales Negotiation</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/4-ways-that-less-is-more-in-a-sales-negotiation/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/4-ways-that-less-is-more-in-a-sales-negotiation/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2011 13:44:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Conflict Resolution and Negotiation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Negotiating Tips]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Effective Negotiating Skills]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[by Dr. Jim Anderson
Power, power, power &#8211; sales negotiations are all about who has the most power, right? Well, no &#8211; sometimes it&#8217;s about who doesn&#8217;t have the power. A case in point is when ...]]></description>
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		<title>Good Leadership Skills Include Workplace Conflict Resolution</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/good-leadership-skills-include-workplace-conflict-resolution/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/good-leadership-skills-include-workplace-conflict-resolution/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2011 13:50:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Conflict Resolution and Negotiation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Conflict Resolution Tips]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Workplace Conflict Resolution]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[by Linda Finkle
Workplace conflict is a part of every company, regardless of its size. Good leadership skills include training for how to handle workplace conflict when it arises, and also a bit of preventive approach. ...]]></description>
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		<title>Presentation Skills &#8211; Ten Tips for Making Effective Presentations</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/presentation-skills-ten-tips-for-making-effective-presentations/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/presentation-skills-ten-tips-for-making-effective-presentations/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2011 13:45:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Presentation and Public Speaking Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Presentation Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[How to Give a Good Presentation]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[by Tony Goddard
Have you got a presentation coming up? Are you concerned about how it will go? I expect we have all been to a presentation where within minutes our mind has started to wander ...]]></description>
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		<title>The Difference Between Hard Selling and Networking</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/the-difference-between-hard-selling-and-networking/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/the-difference-between-hard-selling-and-networking/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2011 09:00:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Business Networking]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Business Networking Techniques]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[by Jan Vermeiren
For many people the word “networking” has a negative connotation. This is in part due to the fact that many salesmen abuse networking to push their products or services. So let’s take a ...]]></description>
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		<title>Don’t Be Psychologically Manipulated When Negotiating</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/dont-be-psychologically-manipulated-when-negotiating/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/dont-be-psychologically-manipulated-when-negotiating/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jun 2011 21:17:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Conflict Resolution and Negotiation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Negotiating Tips]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Effective Negotiating Skills]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[by Greg Williams
Do you become psychologically disadvantaged when negotiating? Are you aware that smart people do dumb things, because they&#8217;re psychologically manipulated when negotiating? Do you know how such psychological manipulation occurs and how to ...]]></description>
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		<title>Holistic Leadership</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/holistic-leadership/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/holistic-leadership/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Mar 2011 08:00:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Improving Leadership and Management Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Leadership]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Motivating Staff and Employees]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Distinguish Management from Leadership]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[by James Taggart
Preface
The purpose of this article is to present an integrated model of leadership. I call this Holistic Leadership, one founded upon the premise that each of us must strive throughout our lifetime to ...]]></description>
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		<title>Effective Public Speaking – The Four C’s</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/effective-public-speaking-the-four-cs/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/effective-public-speaking-the-four-cs/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 15 Mar 2011 19:00:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Fear of Public Speaking]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Presentation and Public Speaking Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Presentation Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[How to Give a Good Presentation]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[by Adam Gropman
According to various surveys and polls, public speaking is one of the most frightening things a person will have to do in his or her life, often more feared than severe physical dangers, ...]]></description>
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		<title>Are You an Effective Team Leader?</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/are-you-an-effective-team-leader/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/are-you-an-effective-team-leader/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 03 Mar 2011 08:00:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Improving Leadership and Management Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Leadership]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Motivating Staff and Employees]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Team Leadership]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Distinguish Management from Leadership]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Teamwork Articles]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[by Anne Bachrach
Understandably, most businesses are focused on nurturing the relationships with their clients, but running a successful business is also dependent on effective management and leadership skills. If your employees aren&#8217;t functioning to the ...]]></description>
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		<title>Networking Is Not A Dirty Word</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/networking-is-not-a-dirty-word/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/networking-is-not-a-dirty-word/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Mar 2011 08:00:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Business Networking]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Networking Tips]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/?p=6209</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[by Julie Cohen
You walk into a room filled with people. You look left. You look right. All you see are dozens of people wearing &#8220;Hi, My Name is ____&#8221; badges. You panic. You want to ...]]></description>
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		<title>Managing People – Are You Frustrating or Inspiring</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/managing-people-are-you-frustrating-or-inspiring/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/managing-people-are-you-frustrating-or-inspiring/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Feb 2011 08:00:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Improving Leadership and Management Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Leadership]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Successful Team Communication]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[by Shelley Holmes
&#8220;Good management consists in showing average people how to do the work of superior people.&#8221;
~ John D. Rockefeller 
How good are you at managing people? As a leader you can be joyful and ...]]></description>
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		<title>Good Negotiators Know The Power Of Asking The Right Questions</title>
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		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/good-negotiators-know-the-power-of-asking-the-right-questions/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 19 Feb 2011 08:00:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Conflict Resolution and Negotiation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Negotiating Tips]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Effective Negotiating Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Free Negotiating Tips]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[by Dr. Jim Anderson
How are your mind reading skills? Not so good? Dang &#8211; just imagine how handy that would come in during your next sales negotiation. You could just close your eyes and you&#8217;d ...]]></description>
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		<title>The Best Kept Leadership Skill</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/the-best-kept-leadership-skill/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/the-best-kept-leadership-skill/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 18 Feb 2011 08:00:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Improving Leadership and Management Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Leadership]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Distinguish Management from Leadership]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[leadership skills]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[by Ty Boyd
What would happen if you knew and practiced the best kept secret of leadership? It would change your life for the better.
You would be able to gain cooperation for your initiatives, build rapport ...]]></description>
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		<title>8 Tips to Improve Your Workplace Communication Skills</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/8-tips-to-improve-your-workplace-communication-skills/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/8-tips-to-improve-your-workplace-communication-skills/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Feb 2011 08:00:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Improving Leadership and Management Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Interpersonal Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Articles on Listening Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Effective Management Skills]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[by Guy Farmer
Have you ever endured a long conversation where someone spent the whole time talking at you? Have you ever done the same thing? We&#8217;ve been conditioned to believe that we need to talk ...]]></description>
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		<title>Body Language – Speaking Without Words</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/body-language-speaking-without-words/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/body-language-speaking-without-words/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 15 Feb 2011 08:00:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Body Language]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Body Language / Non-Verbal Skills]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[by Dalli Simmons
One of the most influential modes of communication we utilize in our day to day interactions is our non-verbal, or body language. It is the mode of communication which ignites our &#8220;gut level&#8221; ...]]></description>
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		<title>Better Team Communication – Tips For Clearing Up the Confusion</title>
		<link>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/better-team-communication-tips-for-clearing-up-the-confusion/</link>
		<comments>http://www.expressyourselftosuccess.com/better-team-communication-tips-for-clearing-up-the-confusion/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 14 Feb 2011 08:00:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Guest Contributor</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Effective Communication Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Interpersonal Skills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Successful Team Communication]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Team Leadership]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Teamwork Articles]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[by Patty Walters
Want to improve your communication within your team? Does your team act as if they are just a group of people instead of a real team with the same purpose? Here are some ...]]></description>
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