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- ***Smile and the world smiles with you. The influence of a smile - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Sharon SaylerNi Hao from Beijing….. As many of you know, my passion is understanding communication of all types yet, I have to admit learning languages is not a strong suit of mine! Even after two years of university level Spanish all I remember is "Donde esta el bano por favor?" Granted, good to know, ...
Views: 3779(26 votes) - Women and Change: Your Sanity Is In Danger If You Refuse To Do This One Thing - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Karen KellerWomen have choices on how they approach change. Often they pretend it isn’t happening, particularly when the change is unknown. What are the faces of change? Instability, lack of control, discomfort, loss of rights, inconvenience and, yes, that age-old monster, fear, just to name a ...
Views: 979 - ***If Your Listeners Pull Back When You Are Talking, Then You Are Too Loud - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2011 from Nancy DanielsDuring a recent 2-day workshop I was holding, one of the participants was a lovely woman by the name of Angie who had a big, nasal voice. When she got excited, not only did the pitch of her speaking voice rise, but her volume increased as well. Does that sound familiar? While speaking too ...
Views: 2576(2 votes) - ***What Is Your Soft-Spoken Voice Saying About You? - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2011 from Nancy DanielsHave you ever considered what your lack of volume is saying about you? Possibly in days of old, a soft-spoken voice was considered feminine and endearing. Today, however, with the number of women in business, a voice lacking in ‘normal’ volume is not an endearing quality. Unfortunately, it ...
Views: 2862(2 votes) - ***How to Increase Your Volume and Be Heard the 1st Time You Say It - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2011 from Nancy DanielsLack of volume in speaking is a big problem for many people. Unfortunately, this characteristic can label you incorrectly. While it is possible that your soft-spoken voice is due to a lack of confidence, it is also possible that you speak softly because you were raised to speak softly. If ...
Views: 2283(2 votes) - Smart Women Have Their Own “Hermageddon” - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2011 from Joy ChudacoffDid you hear about “Carmageddon?” Several weeks ago, the 405 freeway (noted to be one of the busiest freeways in the nation) that runs through Los Angeles closed for a weekend period of 53 hours for repairs. This created a frenzy here in Los Angeles called “Carmageddon” which forced residents to ...
Views: 1225(3 votes) - 5 Tips For Surviving A Missed Opportunity - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2011 from Karen KellerOpportunities are like buses, there’s one coming by every 10 minutes. The problem is you can’t get on every bus, and there is no magical formula for knowing which bus is the right one. So, you make the best guess, step out and grab on only to realize that a different bus would have gotten you ...
Views: 1056 - Are You on the Verge of Insanity? - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2011 from Heidi McCarthy“Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new.” “We can’t solve problems by using the same kind of thinking we used when we created them.” Albert Einstein I’ve always admired Albert Einstein – as he was a model of thinking outside the box. I know for me, I have to ...
Views: 1018 - How Business Owners Can Make The Right Buying Decision - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2011 from Cindy HartmanSmall, medium-sized and home-based businesses often state their number one concern is cash flow and solvency. Therefore, purchases – especially unexpected ones – can cause havoc on your budget. There are so many makes, models and styles (of everything!) from which to choose, it can become ...
Views: 994 - ***When Nervousness Makes Your Voice Quiver - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2011 from Nancy DanielsHas this ever happened to you? You stand to give your speech or presentation; and, when you begin speaking what comes out of your mouth is higher in pitch and quivering to boot. So what is to be done? In most cases, nervousness is the cause of the quiver. (There are some voices, however, ...
Views: 5846(2 votes) - Women Entrepreneur Academy, Resilience 101 - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Lynn ClarkeSuccessful business women no matter what industry or career path they choose, share many similar qualities and personality traits. Women entrepreneurs are able to overcome adversity and bounce back quickly. They are resilient. Resilience is defined by Merriam-Webster as " the ability to become ...
Views: 1434(1 vote) - Women Entrepreneur Academy, Independence 101 - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Lynn ClarkeSuccessful business women no matter what industry or career path they choose, share many similar qualities and personality traits. Women entrepreneurs create and value their independence. As women we collectively have been exposed to boundaries imposed upon us by social rule that impacted our ...
Views: 987(1 vote) - ***Do You Speak with Enough Volume? - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Nancy DanielsUnless you live along the Boston-Washington corridor, chances are good that you if you have a problem with volume it is probably that you speak with too little of it. We, in the Northeast region of America, tend to use too much of it – we drive fast, we talk fast, and we are loud. Volume ...
Views: 3464(2 votes) - ***Voice Training Is the Only Answer for Vocal Abuse - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Nancy DanielsI just received an email from a nurse telling me that she has been suffering from hoarseness for a long time, unable to sing high notes any more, shouting at her deaf patients to be heard and always clearing her dry throat. Do any of these symptoms sound familiar? Possibly not the shouting ...
Views: 2832(1 vote) - ***Those Who Teach Voice and Those Who Think They Teach Voice - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Nancy DanielsI recently read an article by a man who teaches presentation skills. He was discussing the fact that most people hate their voice on recording equipment because it is unfamiliar to their ear. What 'floored me' about his message was that he was suggesting you accept it and live with it. ...
Views: 2935(2 votes) - 5 Resolutions To Help You Get Ahead At Work: Are You Ready To Commit? - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2011 from Karen Keller, Ph.D.Making well-defined resolutions is the cornerstone in getting ahead. The quality and success of your resolutions depend on your willingness to stay committed to them. How is a resolution related to getting ahead? A resolution is defined as a formal expression or intention to make a decision ...
Views: 909 - 5 Hot Tips to Build Your Perfect Business During the Summer Slowdown - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2011 from Lisa FraserSummer is finally here and in full swing! It is also the slow season in business as the kids are out of school, we have trips planned, it is too hard to stay indoors...sound familiar? While these are certainly valid points, why not take the opportunity to use summer downtime to freshen up your ...
Views: 1206 - 3 Boundaries You Must Set Before Working With a New Client - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2011 from Lisa FraserWhen you are first starting out, it is easy to fall into the trap of working with any client who wants to work with you. This may be a quick boost to your bottom line, but it can cost you so much in the long run. Having a client test your boundaries before even signing on is a sure fire clue ...
Views: 760(2 votes) - In Pursuit of Perfection. - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2011 from Joyce K ReynoldsAh, yes. Many of us seek it. Need it. Crave it. Demand it of ourselves and others. Perfection. Not to mention that it is ever-changing and strictly in the eye of the beholder, it can seem like a reasonable if not appropriate thing to reach for. So what could be wrong with seeking ...
Views: 1122 - Quick Shift Marketing Mindset Tip, Does M'oney Make You Less Spiritual? - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2011 from Michele McGrewIn the interview Elizabeth and I were talking about some of the common business myths that can keep spiritual entrepreneurs stuck at frustrating low income levels. The first myth that Elizabeth wanted to dispel was the idea that if a person makes too much money they're no longer ...
Views: 1128 - Smart Women, Niche Marketing and Yoga Johnny - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2011 from Joy ChudacoffIn my work with women, a frequent question is, "How important is it for me to finely niche my marketing message?" My answer is always, "Extremely important." The reason is 3-fold: 1. You save more time because you know exactly who you're looking for. 2. You save more money because you ...
Views: 1165(4 votes) - 3 Tips To Help You Harness The Moon's Energy With Your Sacred Marketing Message - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2011 from Michele McGrewOne of the ways that I'm able to stay in the flow of my personal and professional energy and stay out of overwhelm (well, at least most of the time ;) is by staying in rhythm with the phases of the moon. In fact, I strategically create my business schedule with the intention of harnessing the ...
Views: 1302 - Are You Ready To Heal Your Relationship With Money? - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2011 from Michele McGrewHow would you describe your relationship with money? Are you a wanton lover, chasing money around and tossing it about with little regard? Are you a neglectful partner, ignoring money most of the time and then expecting it to be there for you when you need it most? Or are you a ...
Views: 1052 - Top 3 Marketing Traps Spiritual Practitioners Fall Into - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2011 from Michele McGrewAre you a rock star spiritual practitioner who gets stellar results for you clients... but you're still struggling with a feast or famine business model? If so, I'm willing to bet that more than once you've asked yourself, "Can I really make a living doing what I love?" Well the answer is ...
Views: 3397 - 7 False Descriptions of Female Entrepreneurial Excellence - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2011 from Karen KellerBusiness women are often misunderstood – mainly due to the unique traits they possess as women. These qualities that make them successful can be misread or misinterpreted. Nonetheless, today’s business woman is strong, focused and determined. Being a successful female entrepreneur requires ...
Views: 925(1 vote) - Women in Business: Beware the Best Friend Syndrome - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2011 from Karen KellerWomen in business have business relationships with clients, colleagues, partners, employees, and vendors. Relationships are an essential part of their work, and in order to keep their businesses on an even keel, it is important to know when and how to manage the blurry line between personal and ...
Views: 1259(1 vote) - Turn Excitement into Success - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2011 from Jo Anne WhiteRemember when you had a brilliant idea for your business? The initial excitement spilled over into everything. You couldn't stop thinking about it or talking about it with your partner or colleague. It gave you bursts of energy that carried over into your attitude, your response to others and ...
Views: 1335 - Is Your Monkey Mind Throwing A Wrench Into Your Business Plan? - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2011 from Michele McGrewTo truly step into the role of the divine feminine leader of your own business you have to be willing to tame your monkey mind. Monkey mind is a term Buddhists use to describe the unsettled, confused, indecisive thoughts that jump through your consciousness like a monkey jumps from tree to ...
Views: 1187 - ***Do You Know the 5 Most Important Benefits of Voice Training? - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2011 from Nancy DanielsWhile you may think that voice training is just for politicians and actors, today, people in business are becoming much more aware of its value. Courses are offered by means of books, CDs, and even video, as well as workshops and private consultations. Originally, recording the speaking ...
Views: 2594(1 vote) - ***One of the Best Kept Secrets of Dynamic Public Speaking - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2011 from Nancy DanielsDo you know what one of the best kept secrets is in public speaking? It has nothing to do with your material but is vital in your delivery. All the great speakers do it while many novices do not. It is easy to do and natural. In fact, you do it in normal conversation with your family, ...
Views: 2676(1 vote) - Stuck In a Rut? Recognize and Change These 6 Business Potholes - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from Karen KellerMany women are finding themselves in the rut of old patterns of behavior that are causing barriers to their business success. These bad habits are hurting their bottom line, their business relationships and giving them a false sense of security. Women have so many wonderful characteristics. ...
Views: 1063 - Patron saint medals are a very popular thing to wear - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from bob mikePatron saint medals are a very popular thing to wear as a necklace, or to keep on your person at all times. People feel like the saint protects them, helps them through their day, or is simply there to comfort them when they have their medal on them. Some people simply wear patron saint medals ...
Views: 898 - Ladies Who Lead: A WSJ Closer Look at Women in the Economy - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2011 from Sheila KoohpaiThe Wall Street Journal’s Women In the Economy Conference, held April 4-6, brought together almost 200 top academic, political, and business leaders—from Indra Nooyi, international CEO of PespsiCo, to Geena Davis, actress and founder of her Institute on Gender in Media, to Supreme Court Justice ...
Views: 709 - ***If You Are Soft-Spoken, Try These 5 Steps for Being Heard the 1st Time You Say It - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2011 from Nancy DanielsDo others ask you to repeat yourself a lot? If so, do you realize how much time and energy you waste saying your message a 2nd or 3rd time? In today’s fast-paced world, being heard the 1st time you say it is vital to your success. If others continually ask you to repeat yourself, eventually ...
Views: 2990(3 votes) - ***Want More Color and Life in Your Voice? - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2011 from Nancy DanielsWhen I teach my clients or my students how to speak with emotion, I emphasize that there is no right or wrong answer with color. Color is the life, the emotion, the animation you express in speaking. Color is determined by your topic as well as your mood or attitude. The only thing that would ...
Views: 2886(2 votes) - Earn £75 in an Hour. Work as an Online Psychic - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2012 from Rosemary PriceIt is rare I come across a woman who actually earns as much as £75 an hour (or more) yet the chance to do so is there for just about every woman that lives and breaths! Maybe the problem is that we get into a rut and play safe. We get a job where we are filing for someone all day, at a low ...
Views: 761 - J.K. Rowling's World Famous Writings - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2011 from Amy DyslexWriting Life of J.K. Rowling The writing life of J.K. Rowling began in 1995 when Rowling finished her first manuscript for Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone on an old manual typewriter. The book was then passed on to12 publishing houses and got rejected by all 12 of them. However, ...
Views: 1100 - 5 Questions to Create a Heart-to-Heart Talk With Your Prospects - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2011 from Lana McAraThe most intimate communication we know is a heart-to-heart talk. When you’re in deep understanding and alignment, the conversation shifts. You move closer. You lean in. Your voices grow softer. Whenever you’re part of this kind of exchange, the topic has intense meaning to both of you. There is ...
Views: 4672 - A Woman’s Definition of Success - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2011 from Karen Keller, Ph.D.Women are redefining the meaning of success – on their terms. They’re giving it a much needed makeover. Well-defined success factors or keys to success are important to a woman’s identity, to her sense of accomplishment and to her total acceptance of her success. Women have defined success, ...
Views: 986(1 vote) - Women and the Corporate Ladder: Documenting the Journey - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2011 from Karen Keller, Ph.D.When it comes to climbing the corporate ladder, women not only need to be on top of their game but they also need to watch their backs. As we all know, there are sour grapes in every bunch of people we work with. Some of these backstabbers try to either overtly or covertly sabotage you, ...
Views: 1077(1 vote) - ***Is Your Voice Telling on You? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2011 from Nancy DanielsHaving worked with the speaking voice for more than 25 years, I have heard them all. What does your voice say about you? Does it say you are weak or strong? Does it say that you are soft-spoken or too loud? Does it say that you speak in a monotone or does it exude color, life and emotion? Do ...
Views: 2532(1 vote) - ***The 3 Factors That Determine the Quality of Your Speaking Voice - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2011 from Nancy DanielsThrough my many years as a voice coach, I have learned more from my clients than any book or theory on voice. What has been extremely fascinating is what I have discovered as to why we sound the way we do. It didn't start out as a study, rather it is the years I spent listening to my clients ...
Views: 5965(3 votes) - A Whole New Meaning to Office Repairs - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2011 from Judy WhiteAn employee’s face looks up as his iPad slowly slips from his fingers; crashing on the floor below. Scattered, plastic remnants are all that remain. Can it be fixed? A manager and an employee look across the table at each other, stunned into silence by the bitter and harsh words exchanged ...
Views: 1191 - Never Underestimate the Persuasive Power of a Woman! - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Karen Keller, Ph.D.The influential woman consists of an array of qualities that are not mistaken for anything other than influential. She is strong. She is confident. People take notice when she walks into the room. She commands the respect that she has earned. Every woman can be an influential woman. But it ...
Views: 1081 - ***Dreams and Responsibilities - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Patty SadallahIn this clip from The Fastest Indian, Burt Monroe arrives in Utah from New Zealand to accomplish his lifelong dream of beating the land speed record on his motorcycle. Based on a true story from 1960, Burt shows up without having registered for the race and is not allowed to participate. Burt ...
Views: 1383(5 votes) - ***If You Clip Your Words, Your Message Can Get Lost - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2011 from Nancy DanielsRecently I was talking to a woman on the phone and I was continually asking her to repeat herself. When our business was completed, I told her that because of the way she clipped her words, I had missed much of what she was saying. Admittedly, had I been facing her in conversation, it would ...
Views: 2688(2 votes) - ***10 Benefits of Voice Training That Have Nothing to Do with Your Voice - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2011 from Nancy DanielsWhen I first started teaching voice improvement, I had no idea how many fantastic benefits would result just by discovering your ‘real’ voice. Yes, the voice that is powered by means of your chest cavity versus your throat and vocal folds (cords) is richer, warmer, deeper and mature-sounding. ...
Views: 3392(1 vote) - HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Adrienne MarksIf you’re American – and even if you’re not – Happy Independence Day I like the idea of Independence ; Freedom - from tyranny not only in the global sense but also on a personal level. Doesn’t it make you think ? All those years ago when America declared itself independent from the ...
Views: 1090 - Smart Women Make a Difference - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Joy ChudacoffI struggled a bit this week on what I wanted to share with you. I place a high value on making sure I give you timely information that you can use right away to take your life and your business to the next level of fulfillment, happiness and success. On the one hand, I wanted to write about June ...
Views: 1193(2 votes) - 3 Things to Know About the Truth Behind Your Influence - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2011 from Karen Keller, Ph.D.Being influential can mean the difference between success and failure. Yours. Influence is touted to women as an outer or external component as a means of getting what you want. This is logical IF you accept influence as how to exert power over someone or a situation. James Ford instructs ...
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