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- 5 Powerful Ways To Express Your Ideas And Opinions Clearly - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2008 from Peter MurphyAre you fed up with struggling to express your thoughts and opinions? These days, people want to talk and not listen! No one wants to be a shadow in the crowd. Having your thoughts and opinions heard is a priority. The very achievement of being able to express yourself, and more importantly, ...
Views: 33495(1 vote) - 10 Essential Elements Of Good Communication Skill - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2007 from Peter MurphyGood communication skill means the ability to be understood, but it also means more than that. Have you ever noticed how good conversationalists have the ability to light up a conversation and inspire others to join in? You can learn to be like that too. Remember - any good conversation is a ...
Views: 29611 - Interesting Topics of Conversation People Love To Talk About - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2008 from Peter MurphyHuman conversation is the most important part of any society. Without it a society can't prosper, or for that matter even functionally exist. All of us, as human beings, need to have conversation with another human being, no matter who you are. Conversation is a fundamental part of our human ...
Views: 9259(2 votes) - 6 Ways To Avoid Getting Stuck For Words - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2008 from Peter MurphyHave you ever been faced with that tongue tied feeling of hopelessness? You most certainly are not alone. Most of the human race will have at some time become stuck for words. How can you help to stop this from happening? Simply follow the easy steps below. This will help to ensure that this ...
Views: 8898 - How To Ensure Effective Communication In The Workplace - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2007 from Peter MurphyCommunication sounds easy, doesn’t it? However, it can be very difficult, especially when we are dealing with people we don’t know very well. Not knowing someone well can mean you don’t always know how to speak with them. This can be the main problem in effective communication ...
Views: 6555 - Why Needing To Be Liked Causes People To Not Like You - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2008 from Peter MurphyMany people seem to think that they need people to like them. The truth is that you don’t. All you need to is to like yourself. When you like yourself, and are comfortable in your own skin, it doesn’t matter if people like you or not. When you like yourself you are secure within ...
Views: 6045 - 5 Powerful Effective Communication Skill Secrets - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2007 from Peter MurphyPossibly the most important skill you could ever learn is how to communicate effectively with other people; having the right type of effective communication skill will help you in all areas of your life; that could be in your work, with your partner or spouse, with your friends, or anyone that ...
Views: 4986 - How To Keep A Conversation Going - The 10 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2008 from Peter MurphyThe art of conversation really is a wonderful skill; the simple skills to keep a conversation alive can be the deciding factor to how successful you are going to be. Starting a conversation and maintaining a conversation really are two separate factors. As with anything there is a start, ...
Views: 4968 - Great Conversation Starter Questions For Every Situation - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2008 from Peter MurphyAre you comfortable with walking up to someone and starting a conversation? Can you get people talking again when they have descended into eerie silence? If you answered ‘no’ to either of these questions, you might benefit from learning a few more conversation starter ...
Views: 4286 - 4 Simple Cures For Shyness - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2008 from Peter MurphyIf you think that shyness is a 'normal' condition that you just need to endure, think again. People who are painfully shy miss out on a lot of things in life - from personal relationships, to job opportunities, to self-development. In extreme cases, shyness can manifest on the outside, making a ...
Views: 3831 - 10 Good Conversation Starters That Work Everytime - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2008 from Peter MurphyGood conversation starters put people at ease immediately. That is how all good conversations start - when people feel comfortable and relaxed. To start a conversation like that is a skill - and you can learn it. Starting a conversation is often the most difficult part of all. Once you are over ...
Views: 3672(1 vote) - 10 Funny Conversation Starters For Every Situation - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2008 from Peter MurphyFunny conversation starters can be a risky business, but they can also add interest and sparkle to your conversations. People like, listen to and trust people who make them laugh. Get your conversation off to a great start by making people laugh straight away. Humor is personal, though, so if ...
Views: 3291 - Common Listening Mistakes That Cause People Problems - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2008 from Peter MurphyIt is no secret that people often need to be involved in a conversation of some sort as part of their work, and/or family and social life. So, that means talking part of the time, and then listening to what they have to say. For most people, being able to talk and hold up their end of the ...
Views: 3238 - Easy Ways To Overcome Self-Consciousness - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2008 from Peter MurphyA great many people have trouble with nervousness, shyness, and a host of other "issues" that make it difficult for them to interact with others. Well, there are a number of ways you can relieve yourself of that problem, and we are going to go over them now. First off, you want to become ...
Views: 2940 - Listening Is As Important As Speaking - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2008 from Peter MurphyWhile engaging in conversations with friends and co-workers, how often do you feel that the other person has truly heard what you've said? If you want to succeed in social settings, relationships, and business, one way to ensure your success is to be a great listener. There are a few simple ...
Views: 2923(1 vote) - 6 Powerful Ways To Solve Communication Problems At Work - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2008 from Peter MurphyIs your organization suffering from severe communication problems? Someone once said that "communication is the lifeblood of an organization" - and it truly is. An organization that is experiencing a breakdown in communication will not live for very long because many problems will crop up and ...
Views: 2776 - 10 Great Questions For Conversation Fun - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2008 from Peter MurphyEven with the right questions conversation may not flow quite as freely as you may hope. That’s because you need to really listen actively to the answers that you get. A conversation is like a tennis match, with words flowing back and forth like the tennis ball. Carefully listening to the ...
Views: 2730 - 6 Verbal Communication Skills Everyone Needs To Have - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2008 from Peter MurphyAlmost everyone can talk from a young age; it is quite a different matter altogether to be able to communicate well. Especially if you are trying to communicate in a work setting or with people you do not know well. You will really need to develop a few more advanced verbal communication ...
Views: 2637 - How To Master Basic Communication Skills - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2008 from Peter MurphyI have a problem with the term ‘basic communication skills’; my problem is that this term implies that these skills are very simple and that you are somehow lacking and weak if you don’t have them. Certain communication skills are certainly ‘basic’ to the extent ...
Views: 2599 - How To Confidently Assert Yourself At Work - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2008 from Peter MurphyTo assert yourself means to confidently express what you feel, what you need, and what you expect from others in a non-threatening manner. However, in the workplace sometimes asserting oneself can be easier said than done. Often the work environment can be highly demanding and stressful and, ...
Views: 2579 - How to Stay Motivated After Setbacks - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2008 from Peter MurphyLife is full of problems. There is a saying that says something about for every two steps you move forward, you inevitably take one step back. It is a simple fact of life that not everything in your life is going to go perfectly, according to plan, and turn out the way you expect it to. So, the ...
Views: 2540 - How To Get Out Of Bed And Stop Procrastination - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2008 from Peter MurphyHaving a little trouble getting out of bed in the morning can be a little difficult. But there are sometimes some things that we do on a regular basis that might make it a little more difficult. This article will show how you can stop procrastination, and do the things that you want to do. A ...
Views: 2525 - How To Get Your Man To Express His Feelings - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2008 from Peter MurphyThese days, we often talk about wanting people to be more expressive about their feelings, about “telling it like it is” so we can have some open and honest dialog. If we could manage that, maybe we’d be happier, marriages would last longer, and maybe even a few other problems ...
Views: 2518 - Easy Conversation Starters That Work Great With Family and Friends - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2008 from Peter MurphyQuality conversations are a necessary part of relationships, especially between family and friends. Conversations with those we care about can help us learn more about them and their lives. It also gives them a chance to get to know us better. Moreover, conversations with our loved ones can ...
Views: 2423 - Conversation Starters Success Made Easy - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2008 from Peter MurphyWe have all probably been in a situation where we do not know what to say. Once we have broken the ice and began speaking things usually get a lot easier, but whatever situation you are in, whether it be a conversation in a bus line with a complete stranger, talking with your siblings at a ...
Views: 2377 - The 3 Steps To Communication Mastery - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2008 from Peter MurphyAlthough you know better, you do not apply all that you have learned when it comes to making the most of yourself. If this is true for you, then how are you going to improve? Awareness is key. Until you spot what you are doing you will not know where to make changes to how you talk to people. ...
Views: 2303 - 4 Conversation Topics People Love To Talk About - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2008 from Peter MurphyPossibly the most common question people have when they seek help for their communication skills is what makes good conversation topics. So many times people worry about what to talk about, even when they are in the middle of a conversation on the abyss of an embarrassing silence. The important ...
Views: 2295 - Great People Skills Are The Secret To Happiness - by Submitted on May 15, 2008 from Peter MurphyHaving and developing great people skills will bring you happiness in work and in your social and private life. Great people skills tend to attract people. People with great people skills are generally the first to get promoted at work; they are the ones who have good relations with the opposite ...
Views: 2236 - 6 Easy Ways To Overcome Inertia And Enjoy More Success - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2008 from Peter MurphyInertia is a feeling of not wanting to act. It usually stems from poor time management skills and poor organization skills. Usually when a person makes sure they are aiming for a goal which is good for them which they are committed to and they learn how to properly manage their time and ...
Views: 2083 - What To Do When She Won't Stop Talking - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2008 from Peter MurphyWhen you are dealing with a woman who is a constant chatterbox, the first thing you have to consider it: what is her age? After all, a two year old who talks a mile a minute is a far cry from a twenty-two year old who does the same; and much different from a ninety-two year old. In the case of ...
Views: 2065 - Interpersonal Communication Skill Success Tips - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2007 from Peter MurphyHaving good interpersonal communication skill is a combination of being able to say what you mean clearly and concisely, and being able to take on board other people’s opinions and adapt what you say accordingly, as well as making them feel they can speak freely. To do that, you’ve ...
Views: 2023(2 votes) - Easy Ways To Make Friends With A Stranger - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2008 from Peter MurphyMaking friends with people we just met is not easy for many of us. For those of us who have difficulty making friends with strangers we often find ourselves feeling uncomfortable and uncertain about making casual conversation when we meet someone new. Some of us think we need to say something ...
Views: 2018 - 7 Fast Ways To Overcome Laziness - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2008 from Peter MurphySo many times we are pestered by a lack of confidence in the things that we can do, hindering us from moving forward and accomplishing our goals. Those feelings may come from things like losing your job, settling into your routine or simply boredom. Other times, distractions and just a ...
Views: 1962 - How To Overcome Shyness In 5 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2008 from Peter MurphyBeing shy is really just having a feeling that you lack something. Some people are shy because they feel they are not good enough for others or that they are not as smart as others. Shyness can also just be something that carries over from childhood when you were worried about being accepted so ...
Views: 1917 - How To Transform Apathy Into Motivation - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2008 from Peter MurphyIn today’s modern world apathy is becoming increasingly prevalent. We are constantly and consistently bombarded with all sorts of bad news, leaving many of us with a feeling of indifference and the thinking, “I can’t make a difference” or “I can’t change ...
Views: 1896 - How To Build Lasting Self-Confidence - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2008 from Peter MurphySelf-confidence is having the belief in our ability to do or accomplish something, or to succeed. It largely involves our past learning experiences, successes, and achievements. For many of us self-confidence can fluctuate up and down, depending on the daily challenges we face in comparison ...
Views: 1813 - 5 Easy Ways To Drop Self-Doubt And The Fear Of Making Mistakes - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2008 from Peter MurphyEach of us is bombarded with many decision-making opportunities each and every day. Some of those decisions we can make quickly without much thought. However complex decisions are sometimes difficult to make. Many factors can become involved in the decision-making process. Sometimes one of ...
Views: 1707 - Stuck For Words? How To Rejoin The Conversation - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2008 from Peter MurphyIt is a common problem; you are at a party or maybe some sort of formal or informal gathering, and you do not know what to say. People chat and carry on all manner of conversations; yet you seem to be left on the and are little more than an audience to others. Well, there are some ways to get ...
Views: 1704 - Communication Skill Builders Explained - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2008 from Peter MurphyWhatever the level of your communication or whatever your needs are, you will find communication skill builders suitable for you. Communication skill problems are the most significant and harmful difficulties to beset relationships. That is the case whether we are talking about a relationship ...
Views: 1697 - 10 Ways To Deal With Negative Thinking, Panic, And Paralyzing Fears - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2008 from Peter MurphyI recently heard from a friend who had been laid off at the newspaper she worked at because of the faltering economy. She didn't have many job leads and her motivation was at an all-time low. She felt that there was nothing more frightening than being a writer in an uncertain job market. ...
Views: 1690 - 7 Simple Ways To Kill Self-doubt And The Fear of Making Mistakes - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2008 from Peter MurphyDuring the American Civil War, President Lincoln had trouble with General McClellan. He was a great organizer, but indecisive. Fear of making the wrong decision can lead you to make no decisions. Or, as a wise old saying says: he (or she) who deliberates fully before taking a step, will spend ...
Views: 1680 - How to Win Friends and Influence People in 4 Easy Steps - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2007 from Peter MurphyThe world is full of potential friends for you. You just have to meet them and make them feel that they like you. You’ve got to like them too, of course. Friendship is a two-way street and you have to believe that you are a likeable person that people will want to get to know. It ...
Views: 1677 - How To Brainstorm Great Ideas For Conversation Topics - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2008 from Peter MurphyEngaging into conversations with people happen everyday and with the right communication skills, you can pretty much talk about anything under the sun. If you want to become a great communicator then you have to think about great ideas for conversation. If you are a public relations manager ...
Views: 1658 - Easy Conversation Starters Anyone Can Use At Work - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2008 from Peter MurphyStarting a conversation can be difficult at times, especially if you are a new employee at work. For many of us, the first day on the job, we are nervous and anxious to get settled into our new environment as quickly as possible, which does include meeting the people around us and begin ...
Views: 1617 - Do You Make These Common Mistakes When Talking to People? - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2004 from Peter MurphyMany Moons ago. Talking to people was something I avoidedwhere possible. At the time, I did not know I was unconsciously settingmyself up for failure. I kept making the same mistakeswithout even noticing what I was doing wrong. You may be doing the same thing. Here are three common mistakes ...
Views: 1573(1 vote) - 7 Great Ways To Stay Motivated And Focused Every Single Day - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2008 from Peter MurphyYou may not find it easy to achieve your goals, and you may not achieve them as quickly as you want, but if you still really want that goal, it’s worth persevering over. That just means you’ll have to find ways to stay motivated. And here are some ways in which you can do ...
Views: 1566 - How To Stay Motivated Around Negative People - by Submitted on May 29, 2008 from Peter MurphyThe world is filled with a great deal of negativity at times. Negative people are those who see no hope for themselves and because they see none for themselves want to try to take hope from others by discouraging them. Negative people don’t want to see you succeed because they ...
Views: 1548 - Best Ways To Start A Great Conversation - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2008 from Peter MurphyOne characteristic of good communication skills is the ability to start a conversation. How are you supposed to start a conversation anyway? Starting a conversation is very interesting and it has been coined with so many names. Bachelors call it pick up lines. Salesmen call it pitches. Writers ...
Views: 1481 - 12 Secrets To Developing Self Esteem - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2008 from Peter MurphyDeveloping self esteem is a need that we all feel in varying degrees. Some people always seem to feel that they are on top of the world while others always feel kinda blue. How does one develop good self esteem? 1. The first thing you have to learn is that you should seek approval from within, ...
Views: 1474 - 9 Great Ways To Approach Someone To Start A Conversation - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2008 from Peter MurphyIf you are not confident by nature the simple task of starting a conversation is enough to start the heart racing! Yes you read it correctly! Cold sweats, heart palpitations, shaking, stuttering, are just some of the effects that the faint-hearted can be faced with whilst starting a ...
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