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Access POWER - by Joseph Riggio- Using Facebook for Business - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2011 from Andrew ChowUsing Facebook for Business. a. Fastest growing social network in the world with more than 400 million members b. It is a Powerful tools to engage and understand your audience: i. Brand pages ii. Custom applications iii. Targeted advertising iv. Audience insights/metrics v. Opinion ...
Views: 1467(4 votes) - Virtual Contact Center Software Filters Out All Unwanted Calls - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2013 from Walt RobertsonConsumer market has become active, and within these modifications it has become necessary for contact centers to reply promptly in order to be efficient in offering help to their clients, and to preserve them also. Contact centers are required to offer help within this structure and in agreement ...
Views: 992(2 votes) - What Are the Five Realtor Red Flags? - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from WEE DILTSIntroduction: Realtors have a National Code of Ethics. Their professional organizations, local, state and nationally all subscribe to this Code of professional behavior. Most Realtors follow and adhere to the Code; however, as in any profession there are the few who don’t. It is these few ...
Views: 1317(1 vote) - What are you really messaging? - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2010 from Joan Marie WhelanStephen Covey, renowned author of the book, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, is quoted as saying, “Seek first to understand, then to be understood.” Truer words were never spoken. In fact, it is this type of thinking that a lot of folks are not doing enough nowadays. Take social ...
Views: 1278(1 vote) - What Can They Find Out About You? - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Hassan EliwahYour IP address is sent to every web site you visit. While no one can determine your exact street address directly from your IP address, there are ways to infer this information with elaborate tracking schemes. Think of your IP address as a serial number, a unique identifier some web sites can ...
Views: 706(1 vote) - What Exactly Would You Say You Do? - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2010 from Clay ScrogginThis is a famous line from one of my favorite movies, Office Space. If you have not seen the movie, I highly encourage you do so. In the scene, an efficiency auditor asks a manager what he does for the company and the manager just can’t come up with a comprehendible answer. After a number of ...
Views: 1558(1 vote) - What is Needed to Clear a Withhold - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2012 from Robyn VogelIn relationships, resentment can often build and build. An amazing tool that can help reduce the negative feelings is ‘clearing a withhold.’ In clearing a withhold with your partner, family member, parent, child, neighbor or friend, the following elements need to be present: 1. Safety: ...
Views: 2270(1 vote) - What to Look for in Public Speaking Courses? - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2009 from Ian PriceGreat speakers are not born but made. You too can become a good orator by taking up the public speaking courses. The art of public speaking must be practiced by everybody who wants to reach great heights in their career. Those who are incapable of speaking infront of the public cannot come up in ...
Views: 2246(2 votes) - Why am I Talking? Saying too Much at Work - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2010 from Jane CranstonI learned the W-A-I-T acronym in my graduate school training. I’ve always posted a small note on my wall, out of the client’s view, as a reminder. The letters stand for “Why Am I Talking?” Why do people talk too much in business situations? They’re anxious. Maybe the gathering is about a ...
Views: 5689(1 vote) - With Relationships Come a Few Responsibilities - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2011 from Kimberly MitchellWhen you get involved in any kind of a relationship, that connection comes with a few responsibilities. In fact, in many connections there are loads of responsibilities. Trouble presents itself when someone engages with another person with the intention that the interaction is all about ...
Views: 4942(1 vote) - Write A Newsletter As An Authentic Marketing Tool to Get More Paying Clients! - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2010 from Iona MeadeA Newsletter can be an easy and effective authentic marketing tool to keep in touch with your past clients and turn potential clients into paying clients! The best thing is, it is a no or very low cost authentic marketing strategy. You can use on or offline formats. If you combine a well ...
Views: 1091(1 vote) - Writing Thank You - 6 Easy, Foolproof Steps To The Perfect Thank You Card Wording - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2007 from Christy MurphyWriting thank you to that special someone is easy. Just follow these six, foolproof steps and you will discover you are able to write thank you notes for any occasion. Step One - Date and Salutation Date the note at the top and write Dear Aunt Sally or Dear Elizabeth. Dear is the most common ...
Views: 4311(1 vote) - You are what You Say - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from cedric riceHave you ever heard the bible verse that says that whatever a man thinks in his heart defines who he is? The same is true of the words which come out of your mouth. They give an accurate picture of just what’s inside of your spirit man because they are the essence of your spirit. If you want to ...
Views: 1099(1 vote) - Your Boss is a Jerk? 5 Top Ways to Tame the Tyrant Boss - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Karen Keller, Ph.D.When your boss is the office bully a very different picture emerges. It’s like dealing with a spoiled child who rants and raves knowing nobody will say anything for fear of risking the unemployment line. They act out because they can. They are insecure, compensating for little or no leadership, ...
Views: 1612(1 vote) - Your Personality is Written on Your Face - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2010 from M.Farouk RadwanFace reading! Is it true? Whatever you try to hide, is written on your face. Yes, it's true, it's not some kind of magic, it has always been there, but you are the one who did lack the required knowledge. Statistical studies showed that there is a strong connection between face features and ...
Views: 9587(1 vote) - 3 Steps to The Art of Conversation - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2009 from Danish AhmedDo you want to feel more love and connection in your life? One way to accomplish this is to have more conversations! It's that simple. Think about it... Have you ever been in elevator with a dozen people and nobody said a word to each other? Why do we sometimes hesitate and stop ourselves ...
Views: 5075(15 votes) - HOW TO GET HONEST FEEDBACK - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2009 from Dan O'ConnorIf you want to polish your effective communication skills, learning how to get honest feedback should be part of your training. This professional communication skill is easy to develop simply by practicing one two-step technique. Here’s a typical professional communication example of when ...
Views: 1904(8 votes) - The Power of Words (Inspiring Article & Audio) - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2009 from Danish AhmedHear a Special Audio Message about The Power of Words, right now. Click the "Play" button on the following web page. http://PlayAudioMessage.com/play.asp?m=83204&f=WFVHMV&ps=14&c=33CCFF&pm=2&h=29 Or, you can read the story here... The Power of Words "The Power of Words" was the ...
Views: 2553(24 votes) - Questions to Ask When You're Presenting - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2009 from Gilda BonannoLately, I've been hearing from a lot of people who have been asked to present at a meeting for a different department or group. Essentially, they're told (by phone or email), "be there at 1 pm to talk for a few minutes about your project." That's not enough information. If you're asked ...
Views: 1069(5 votes) - You Can Heal Yourself: Trust and Relationships - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2011 from Carol GignouxFor many of us trust is not necessarily an easy thing. It can be a big word - loaded with disappointments and few happy memories. We hesitate when we are faced with the desire or need to trust someone and are not comfortable when they trust us. We fear what may happen by making ourselves that ...
Views: 4262(5 votes) - How to Listen & Not Interrupt - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2009 from Gilda BonannoA reader emailed me with a question: "You give points on being a good listener. I try, but I find myself at times interrupting because I'm so afraid I'm going to forget what I have to say. I've been told to keep a pen and paper handy to jot down what I want to say once the speaker has finished. ...
Views: 11243(14 votes) - Be your best, not stressed: 3 entrepreneurial communication styles - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2010 from Monique MacKinnonAs the popular saying goes, “anything worth doing is worth doing well”. This is true; however, you can do something well without needing to do it perfectly. To lead a successful and satisfying life, you need to understand the difference between “doing your best” and “striving for perfection”. ...
Views: 1814(4 votes) - Everyone’s Favorite Subject – 3 Tips on How to Become a Better Communicator - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Roger SeipI believe that everyone reading this understands that no matter what business you are in- Real Estate, Financial Services, Teaching, Auto Sales, or any other profession, we are all in the PEOPLE BUSINESS. It’s been said that fully 85% of your success in life is directly related to your ability ...
Views: 4526(4 votes) - Mending Our Ways - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2010 from Eugene Yiga“Not to mend one’s ways when one has erred is to err indeed.” – Confucius We all make mistakes. What separates us is how we respond. Either we pull up our sleeves and do what we can to make things right or we throw away something beautiful and potentially lose it forever. Please don’t do the ...
Views: 1761(4 votes) - Playing GOTCHA Doesn't Work - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2010 from Marsha EganIf I could wave a magic wand, and change something about how human beings interact with each other, I would eliminate “gotcha” forever. What is “gotcha”? Before we talk about eliminating “gotcha”, it is important to clarify just what “gotcha” is! “Gotcha” can come in many forms. In the ...
Views: 3981(4 votes) - Preparing For Your Next Job Interview - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Leon EdwardWhen you're in search of a new job, the first thing to do is to check out the job listings available in your area. You can look for job listings in your local daily and weekly newspapers, employment centers and of course, increasingly the web is a good resource for finding a job. However, ...
Views: 3062(4 votes) - Selling is a Mind Game that Starts on Home Turf - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2010 from Clive MillerSelf sabotage stems from unconscious interference. We desire a certain outcome yet sometimes, a part of us refuses to cooperate. Yet if we could train our unconscious mind to work in harmony with our purpose, almost anything ought to be possible. How can we train our unconscious mind to ...
Views: 2360(4 votes) - Six Super Simple Guidelines for Developing Your Communication Skills By Improving Your Ability to Listen - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 from Peggy FergusonBuilding a solid foundation for the development of good communication skills involves learning how to listen effectively. There are several elements of effective listening. These elements include attention, reflection, ability to tolerate tension, and ability to challenge the assumptions that ...
Views: 3845(4 votes) - Sperm or Egg? How do You Create Success? - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2009 from Steve SisgoldDuring the 2008 presidential debates, the Wall Street Journal reported that Michelle Obama told Barack to get out of his head and into his body-to sit back and let his feelings flow. In the language of Whole Body Consciousness (WBC) that I have sketched out in my book, What's Your Body Telling ...
Views: 2325(4 votes) - The 5 Principles Of C.L.E.A.R. Communication - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2011 from Dwayne KlassenA key "Essential" to Showing Up in one's life is that of communication. How we communicate with others, and perhaps more importantly, with ourselves requires a vital understanding of how powerfully it impacts our lives. Your success in all areas of your life is contingent on your ability to ...
Views: 6748(4 votes) - The Art of Critique - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2010 from Eugene Yiga“Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so.” – Douglas Adams We all make mistakes. What matters most is how we respond to them. But what often stands in the way of this is ...
Views: 2377(4 votes) - Tips for Communicating More Effectively - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Chris MusselwhiteWhen our communications are good, our relationships are strengthened. Once you improve your communications, you will find others to be more open to communications with you. To communicate effectively, you must be able to do two things: Listen and Sell. When Listening… Listen with a true ...
Views: 740(4 votes) - 4 Tips to Take the Terror Out of Giving Presentations - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2009 from Roger SeipWhat’s scarier to most Americans than spiders, heights, or even death? There hasn’t been a horror movie made about it yet, but more than 75% of Americans surveyed report that they suffer from “glossophobia,” a debilitating fear of public speaking. Statistically, far more of us claim that we ...
Views: 2626(7 votes) - "Authentic Marketing," Part 3: I Can Read Your Mind - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Christopher EdgarIt’s not just a line from the Alan Parsons Project — it’s the truth. I know how you’re feeling and what your intentions are. What’s more, everyone else does too. Human beings are extremely empathic creatures. I’m exaggerating a little — sometimes you can trick people into buying your ...
Views: 990(3 votes) - ***The Best Team Building Idea Secret is to Create Lots of Energy and Enthusiasm - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Doug StaneartIf you are looking for a fantastic team building idea or a secret to conducting a great team building event, the best piece of wisdom I have ever come across is the importance of energy and enthusiasm. Often times, event planners or people who are organizing a convention or annual event will ...
Views: 10650(3 votes) - 3 Easy Ways To Having A Meaningful Relationship - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from Lisa PhillipsDo you want to know how to take charge and stay in a loving relationship? In today’s world everything is so fast paced that we tend to have short and shallow relationships with others. It can be very difficult to stay in a dedicated relationship when most people have such short attention spans. ...
Views: 1683(3 votes) - 3 Lessons to Becoming a Better Speaker - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from Stephanie ScottiAuthenticity. You've seen it preached here countless times as a vital component to a home-run presentation. But what if the material you're delivering isn't your own? A colleague recently auditioned to become a certified trainer for a well-known sales guru, delivering customized versions of ...
Views: 1265(3 votes) - 7 Steps to Coach Your Staff and stop Running like the White Rabbit. - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Juliette RobertsonI recently had coffee with a client who was looking for advice to improve the efficiency of her department. There had been some upheavals, maternity leave, skills shortages and things had begun to fall off the rails. She felt she needed someone to step in and “just get the work done.” ...
Views: 1299(3 votes) - An Overview of Nonverbal Communication - by Submitted on May 22, 2009 from Alan FreemanNonverbal communication is as important as verbal communication. The process of communication does not complete without its nonverbal components. In order to truly express yourself and convey the message properly to your target audience, the expressions, gestures, tone and pauses in the speech ...
Views: 2912(3 votes) - Are you the best motivational speaker? - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2013 from Jef MenguinHave you dated someone who knows only one topic. Nothing but himself? A fellow trainer said that Anthony Robbins is so full of himself. That is my friend’s opinion. Tonny Robbins is a motivational speaker not because he is a very good public speaker. He is a motivational speaker because he ...
Views: 3147(3 votes) - Be a Powerful Voice! - by Submitted on May 28, 2009 from Suzann RyeI believe that anything is possible, that anything you set your heart and mind to achieve, you can. And I believe that we are all born with infinite wisdom. If we don’t get too distracted, if we don’t forget what we know and intuitively feel to be true, we will instinctively understand what to ...
Views: 1645(3 votes) - Become Self Aware - The Arts of Communication - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from Herb HunterBecoming self aware and the arts of communication is extremely important. Have you had a conversation, where someone tells you "I'm not fond of it", "not the way I would do it", "That concerns me...", etc. Regardless of the tone they use, our human instinct is to immediately defend, fight or ...
Views: 1699(3 votes) - Conversational Leadership: A way to enhance your leadership and relationships - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2010 from Raymond JorgensenEvery successful group venture, whether in the business world, the family home, an educational setting or a community campaign, is the result of effective leadership. Simply put, leaders accomplish desired results by influencing others. The most significant contribution a leader can make is to ...
Views: 4756(6 votes) - Cut Out Your Filler Words - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Gilda BonannoFiller words include "um," "ah," and words such as "like," "so," and "ok," which are used as a verbal bridge to the next word. These words just fill in space while you remember or think of something to say next. Rather than being effective bridges, they are roadblocks, distracting the ...
Views: 3207(3 votes) - Does Delivery Really Matter? - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Stephanie ScottiImagine facing a room full of skittish investors and analysts to present your company’s management plan for the next quarter. Talk about high stakes! That was exactly the scenario recently faced by a client’s company. While they brought me in to rehearse with them the day before, in this ...
Views: 1597(3 votes) - Exemplary Success - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2010 from Lyndsey ShafferWhat example have you set? What is your legacy? Will others who stand where you once stood be able to follow your path to success? The chronicle of you is more important than you could ever imagine. To give the gift of hope and inspiration to another is priceless. To empower another person ...
Views: 2153(6 votes) - How to establish a powerful personal branding online by Article Marketing? - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2011 from Andrew ChowOne of the many challenges to achieve respectable google ranking is in the area of backlinks to your blog. While the idea of having links exchanged is good, the quality of the incoming sites comes into play as far as Google is concerned. If you are someone who is a thought leader or ...
Views: 2358(3 votes) - How to Speak Up in a Crowd - by Submitted on May 11, 2009 from Gilda BonannoA class participant recently emailed me with a question: "What if you find yourself in a discussion with quite a few people at a social gathering and you have an important point to make, but feel intimated by those around you? I find I get all tongue twisted and the words do not come out the way ...
Views: 2276(3 votes) - Importance of Communication - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2009 from Majlinda PrikuMany definitions and theories speak to the importance of communication in business. When managing a business team there are multiple factors that determine its success. What is the overall company strategy? Are you able to foresee obstacles and successfully maneuver around them? Managing is an ...
Views: 4028(6 votes) - Increase Productivity on a Dime - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Jan BolickProductivity and morale - so important these days. But we get set in our ways. So when someone tries to change things (hence, us) in the name of greater productivity, we often dig in our heels, drag our heels, mope around and/or engage in catty water cooler conversations. So a bit of ...
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