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Understanding Others Doesn’t Mean Talking About Ourselves

Understanding Others Doesn’t Mean Talking About Ourselves
This is an odd title, I know. But let me explain…
There are times when we’re in conversation with a colleague, friend or family member and, as we’re listening, we …

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Improve Self Confidence – 10 Powerful Confidence Boosters
Improve Self Confidence – 10 Powerful Confidence Boosters

by Jeff Smith
If there is one underlying factor that prevents us from having the friends we want, getting the things we wish, attracting the partners we desire, impressing our peers, or achieving fulfillment and happiness …

Set to Impress
Set to Impress

by Sylvia Henderson
What is the difference between a suited-up business executive who carries a high-quality leather portfolio into a networking event and a leather-clad motorcycle rider carrying a custom-painted helmet into a motorcycle rally? The …

100 Tips to Build Your Business or Personal Network
100 Tips to Build Your Business or Personal Network

by Elizabeth Sullivan
Why network? Because your net worth is equal to your network!
1. Plan networking as weekly, fortnightly or monthly marketing activity.
2. Have an action plan and write it up. Include names of companies and …

Networking Skills That Drive Success
Networking Skills That Drive Success

by Jeramy Colvin
Business networking is a great way to build your personal sphere of influence. If you do a quick Internet search or read a local business paper, you are likely to find several …

Networking is More Than Handing Out Business Cards
Networking is More Than Handing Out Business Cards

by Kathleen O’Brien
Use these nine steps to begin reaping benefit from your network activities.
1. Have a positive attitude
When attending a network function — any function where two or more people meet — keep in mind …

First Impressions…Can you close a sale in 10 seconds or less?
First Impressions…Can you close a sale in 10 seconds or less?

by liz wendling
Actually, great sales people can do it even faster IF they make a great first impression!
Less than 10 seconds is the time it takes to make your customer connect with you and it …

Workplace Communication – Deciphering the True Messages
Workplace Communication – Deciphering the True Messages

by Bobbi Linkemer
This article is based on chapter four of Bobbi Linkemer’s book Words to Live By.
There are two levels of communication: official, spoken messages and unofficial, true messages. Survival in most business settings …

Improving Communication Skills With Voice Tonality
Improving Communication Skills With Voice Tonality

by Chris Farmer
There is a famous proverb that states, ‘Judge not, lest you be judged.” But the truth is you will be judged by others. People must make judgements about you. And they will make …

A Quicker Route To Promotion
A Quicker Route To Promotion

by Bob Malloney
What’s a great way for influencing colleagues, improving their impression of you and getting promoted at work? Read on to find out what are the essential skills for success.
If you are ambitious and …

Social Skills: How to Stand Out from the Crowd
Social Skills: How to Stand Out from the Crowd

by Laurie Wilhelm
OK – maybe not “stand out” from the crowd but certainly be noticed and liked by the people you’re with. The easiest way to do this is to be attentive. On a tactical …