Communication Skills and Training Articles

"We hold these truths to be self-evident."n--Thomas Jefferso When we celebrate Independence Day in the U.S., we commemorate our struggle to free ourselves from tyranny, and celebrate victory in the quest for Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness. We remember the freedoms we normally take ...

Where did I put my Rudder? This is Application #2 for Creating Champions in the workplace, part of a series of blog articles with the overall theme of “When your staff succeeds, so do you.” Application #2 -- Develop and Communicate Goals rn"A man without a purpose is like a ship without a rudder."rn-Thomas Carlyle rnThomas Carlyle, born in 1795, was a Scottish philosopher, satirical writer, essayist, historian and teacher. Considered one of the most important social comme

1. Begin to notice your self-talk and how it impacts your communication. 2. Follow the 6 steps to changing your negative self-talk described earlier in the book. They are: • Increase awareness of your self-talkn • Ask yourself, “Whose voice is this?”n • Challenge or dispute these beliefs or ...

Despite what makes logical sense, men and women are with the one they’re with not because of the others’ pedigree or resume or the number of zeros in their bank account, but because of the emotional attachment - the way they FEEL around that person. Valentines Day stirs up a lot ...

Given his reputation within the party, it wasn’t surprising to see Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal selected to give his party’s response to President Obama’s first appearance before a joint session of Congress. What was surprising was Jindal’s delivery which came across as totally disconnected ...

Many Professional Speakers out-perform others in giving speeches or taking their stage. But does their public speaking predict their vocational success? Does it all come down to the power of the voice or possessing the authority over your own convictions, thoughts and opinions? Public speaking might be much more. The key elements to Public speaking success are not just the power of your voice. rnGreat verbal authority, great practical intelligence and a very good social conne

If you are actively looking for a job you are probably aware that one of the things that every potential employer would like to get from you is a letter of recommendation. As a matter of fact, this document is very vital as it determines whether you should get the job or continue with your job search. Writing a letter of recommendation is usually difficult task for many people because they are charged with the responsibility of presenting the person they are recommending to a

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Everyone wants to shine and be accepted by people. If your goal is to achieve a successful life, personal and career, you will need the help of others. And, to feel accepted and get along well with others, you need to focus on developing your social skills to win more attention. For someone who is just starting to develop his or her social skills, here are some tips to consider: 1. Have a ready smile always A person with an approachable outlook is likely to draw people who

Sometimes a theme will just show up organically, and since last week I was talking about the fabulous power of a good testimonial I thought, why not continue the theme of free (or nearly free) video marketing ideas for your business that you can do right now? Today I want you to share the information that you know like the back of your hand. Pretty easy, huh? I would venture to guess that no matter what your field of expertise, you have the same questions asked of you over and over. Yep, I am referring to the "frequently asked questions."

My good friend and colleague, Thomas Crum, taught me a lot of what I know about having hard conversations. A method he uses with children - the BLT - is so simple and easy to remember, I often use it with adults, too. Breathe, Learn, Talk. So when a mom asked me about how to help her 10-year-old daughter Becky solve a problem with her teasing friend, Tom's BLT method was a perfect solution. Becky's friend was making jokes at her expense, and Becky wanted her to stop. Conflict Resolution for Kids: Breathe, Learn, Talkr Dear Becky,r

"You need to be aware of what others are doing, applaud their efforts, acknowledge their successes, and encourage them in their pursuits. When we all help one another, everybody wins." - Jim StovallnnEncouragement is one of the easiest ways we can help out our friends. Just by noticing and positively acknowledging what it is they're doing boosts their self-esteem and self-confidence. You'll notice that the more you encourage others, the more they'll want to be around you beca

You may not FEEL a physical spanking but you can feel a disconnect: things are not okay. A singe not to pray, an avoidance and yes…you may begin to live a noisy life so that you cannot hear God. Admit it: Your on the “outs” with God. When your in trouble with God you know it. You feel a disconnect you cannot necessarily explain. Take practical steps toward healing your relationship with God, whether its been one day or several years. ~~~~~ A.

How to Keep Answers Short and Effective Did you know that not only can long-winded answers be hard for the audience to follow, but they can actually cause your interview to go off track? Concise answers can keep you in control, and THAT’S where you want to be! Brevity is the key word here. Think of the quotes and sound bites you would like to have associated with your image and try to incorporate them as your answers when appropriate.

So, there I was alone in a hotel room in Poughkeepsie, NY, instead of attending my college reunion festivities. I’d been looking forward to meeting up with past classmates, going to lectures and, most of all, walking the campus. The Vassar campus is unbelievably beautiful in June. Trees are centuries old, architecture is varied and grand, gardens abundant; and walking the well-known paths is a silent meditation. But the first thing I did after breakfast was to fall and sprain my ankle. It took approximately ten minutes to blow up like a balloon, and it hurt – a lot.

How many times a day do you check your email? Have you ever stopped mid conversation while speaking with someone to check and see who just sent you a message on your Blackberry? Not only is this rude, but it may be making you stupid. The average person checks their email 5-6 times a day. Opinion polls have indicated that many Blackberry users cannot go more tha 5 minutes without checking their email. The 2006 New World College dictionary word of the year, “Crackberry“, rightf

A client was struggling with how to manage her stress level during the Q&A period after a presentation when she doesn't have an immediate answer. The simple solution might be to say, "I don't know." But it's not that simple. Sometimes she does know the answer but can't come up with it, because ...

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HTC Sensation White is the incredible handset designed by the Taiwan based firm. The phone boasts of the great design together with features which are exciting! With so many smartphones available in the market including the likes of Samsung Galaxy S2 and LG Optimus 2X the competition in the market is very fierce. HTC is one such company which has been continuously applauded for its range of smartphones which are not only loaded with features but also boasts of perfect build.

For every professional and personal relationship to flourish, effective communication is important and utterly necessary. Your expressions and gestures help in re-enforcing the words you speak. Expressions provide meaning to your words. Communication is thus, one of the most important tools of handling customers and other stake-holders of a business. Communication has to be strategically designed and executed through proper channels and gestures. Expressions in Communication

When you are engaged in a conversation with one or more people, you have to essentially take turns at speaking. If one person is doing all the talking, that is a lecture, not a chat. So, one very common mistake people will make is that they monopolize the conversation and end up doing all of the talking. People will often get very tired of just being talked to; so try to avoid that. Next, stay on subject. If everyone is talking about how much they loved the latest production

The United States has always been a nation of immigrants and with the global economy, many of us deal with more non-native speakers of English than ever before. These relationships are valuable and to make them work we need not only good communication skills but also mutual respect.nn1. CULTIVATE RAPPORTnI have lived abroad and know how difficult it can be to express yourself in a language other than your own. Non-native speakers may be sensitive about their accent. They may

nDid you ever do something that everyone says is excellent, except for one person? But you find yourself focusing on that one negative response?nnIt’s like this large white paper with a small black dot on it. 99%of the paper is clean and this 1% is what you focus on. nnWe’ve been teaching executive speaking for many years. People leave with usable skills and good feelings of a shared team-building, learning experience.nnRecently, we facilitated a workshop with 18

Samsung galaxy II is one of the most successful Smartphone of the Galaxy series. It is soon going to be available in the market in a very novel look. The handset is ready to come up in full white color. This brand new Samsung Galaxy II is listed on Expansys as EU model and by some other website as Clove, as UK model. The contender apple will face a rugged competition as the white galaxy phone S II can overtake over their iPhone market. Already iPhone have several issues for b

Your boss is pressing you to meet a challenging deadline. You have a presentation to give that you haven’t had time to prepare. Your finances have taken a dive and you don’t have enough to pay the mortgage. Your partner is threatening to leave you because you spend too much time at work. In case these pressures aren’t enough, the one person you depend on for support at work has just gone off sick. If this was your situation, do you think you might feel stressed? Most would, some wouldn’t.

There are two distinct ways to use employee communication; one is to inform employees about what is happening in an organization, the other is to engage employees in the process of change. In this article we are going to highlight 3 case studies that demonstrate clearly the different techniques and approaches to ensure that your employee communication strategies bring about transformation in your organization.n n Employee Communication Case Study 1: At this telecommunications

Most people have decided before they graduate from high school whether or not they are cut out to be A Speaker. If your early experience in front of audience was successful, odds are you continued to seek out opportunities to speak, continued to get positive feedback, continued to improve. On ...

The volatility in the stock market during the past few weeks—along with the pundits on TV—reminds me of the Chicken Little fable. Just in case you’ve forgotten this classic, let me refresh you: One day, Chicken Little is walking in the woods when an acorn falls on her head. “Oh, my goodness!” she says, “The sky is falling! I must go tell the king.” On the way to the palace, she meets Henny Penny going into the woods to hunt for berries. “Oh no, don’t go!”

By Karla Brandau, CSPrnCEO of Workplace Power Institute Organizational camaraderie and productivity involve relating to others across a chasm of significant behavioral differences. Improving your "people skills" helps you figure out how to bridge the gap between yourself and others thereby making the organizational climate more supportive and collaborative. Now is a perfect time to assess the office atmosphere in your organization. (Why wait another second?) Is it often tense

Yes, I know what you're thinking. Borowski’s lost his marbles. How could he possibly tie Thomas Magnum and Dirty Harry together with Sales Professionals? Let’s check out both characters. Dirty Harry Callahan, Clint Eastwood’s character in five highly successful films, portrayed a renegade ...

There’s a saying in Aikido: “There are many lessons on the mat.” It means that when we’re practicing Aikido we’re not just learning Aikido, we’re also learning about life. For example, when someone grabs my wrist too hard and I get angry but don’t say anything, I eventually learn that it would be more useful to ask him not to grab so hard. I may also notice that it’s difficult for me to ask for what I want in other places in my life, that I suffer needlessly because of it, and that I blame others and justify my blaming instead of taking action. Many lessons...r

Social evidence is a vast marketing Tip of professional speakers.It is one of our core requirements because human beings to have security and one of the main ways we do this is through the safety provided by social evidence. We are a much safer when I saw that what was winning and we do suppose that other people have been made.The old statement “Nothing Succeeds like Success” positively applies here. Testimonials: As marketing Professional Speaker of their own,it can be a

According to UK Government statistics less than 20% of all companies achieve sustainable growth. Why is the number so low? What stops the majority of companies achieving growth? Roderic Michelson from Aralex Consulting, says, that in his experience working with companies, there are five key barriers to growth. By ignoring these key areas you can be sure you will be in the 80% that fail to grow; Here are Roderic’s top five: 1. Unclear Value Proposition.

When you are working on self-improvement, there are two booby traps that can confront you as you move forward. Understanding these booby traps will help you significantly on your path. Booby Trap #1: Fear of Happiness Booby trap number one is what Nathaniel Branden has referred to as ...

I am always on the lookout for great customer experiences. Whether in a restaurant, my bank, or any retail environment, I look for individuals who make a difference. A new Mariano’s grocery store moved into my neighborhood in April of 2014. I like Mariano’s. It is where Whole Foods meets Jewel. The one near my house features fresh produce, delicious prepared foods and even boasts a wine, oyster and sushi bar. Oh yes, and there’s fresh flowers and a gelato bar downstairs

Is there a language that mankind could develop so that we have a common form of communication? Just think of the possibilities. But wait! Man does, indeed have a common language. The amazing and remarkable thing about this common language it and does go beyond the separate languages we now speak. This common language expresses emotion in a way that is easier to dispatch then you might think. Our physical movement in cooperation with this common language expresses or affirms

As for last many years we have seen that technology has been changing rapidly. Today in enterprises Voice over IP based systems are overtaking the traditional TDM based PBX systems as VoIP is cost effective and provides competitive advantages. Service providers are busy developing new innovative products that work on open standards like Session Initiation Protocol (SIP). This is new means of a signaling protocol that controls communication sessions and enables multimedia feat

You’ve all heard that on the highway speed kills. When you drive too fast you put yourself at greater risks of both being in an accident and suffering grave results if that accident happens. nnAnd yet, most people speed.nnOur world seems to thrive on speed: from microwave meals to sound bites to three-day diets to overnight vacations.nnWe drink Red Bull or espresso, watch TV on our DVRs, and talk on our cell phones while we are doing everything – all in the name of gettin

I will honour Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year.rn~ Charles Dickens At church last Sunday, our pastor invited the youth of the congregation up front for the traditional "Time for Young Disciples." Three- and four-year-olds, seven- and ten-year-olds all came forward bearing Sunday smiles and the energy of the young at heart. Since we're in the season of Advent, Pastor Dawn asked: "What do we know about Christmas?" Answers (in this order): • You get presents. • You give presents. • You get a Christmas tree. • You get presents!r

Sometimes, the life of a "mature person" must be completely shaken, shifted and reshuffled to bring them to where they were meant to be in the first place! Some events are beyond our control that make those shifts necessary: losing a job, children moving back home, a health crisis or death of a loved one. Others open up the time and opportunities to explore new adventures. Even if you are experiencing issues that have hindered your ability to do what you love, read on and think about how you can incorporate your desires into your everyday life.

Most sales reps hate prospecting by phone. Part of the reason is that they believe some of the many myths that have been perpetuated over the years about “cold” calling. Most of these are nonsense, and just plain wrong. Perhaps you’ve heard them: Cold Call Myth: “It’s just a numbers game.” Truth: It’s a quality game. It does not matter how many calls you place; what’s important is the amount with which you have success. A baseball player could swing at every pitch, but only the quality attempts have a chance of hitting the ball.

Do you find your mind wandering in long meetings? Could you do with a little more concentration and focus? In my experience most people could, and they’d benefit from a boost in this area, so I spoke to profitable growth expert Hilary Briggs from R2P Ltd and asked for her top tips to help build our concentration and focus in long meetings; 1) Prepare in advance. No secret here – but how often do you actually take the time to prepare a detailed agenda for the meeting – and think through all the points you want to raise?

Words have great power! They set the stage for our friendships, for our successes and for our happiness in life. Yet, often we are unaware of the impact we have on others by way of speaking. Have you ever noticed how some people posses the ability of making you feel so alive during a conversation? While others leave you feeling drained and depleted? What are the ingredients of a truly amazing conversation? How can we elevate people with your words? Pondering these questions t

Would you like to be able to quickly come up with new product ideas? Or train your brain to constantly scan for opportunities? According to company growth expert Roderic Michelson, from Aralex Consulting, it is easy to do this – if you ask the right questions and give yourself the space the time to answer them.

Communication is the single most important part of an relationship. So long as you can talk, so long as you can respect each other and each other’s point of view; you can overcome just about anything life throws at you. Yet, talking is like anything else in life; there is a right way and a wrong way of going out it. Like riding a bike, it is something you have to learn the finer points and subtle nuances of. So, what are some mistakes people often make when they talk to a sp

A good friend gave me a book last week, thinking I might like it. The book is "Tattoos on the Heart: The Power of Boundless Compassion" by Jesuit Priest Gregory Boyle about his work with gangs in Los Angeles, CA. Reading the first chapters in the early spring sun this morning at Beach Pea in Kittery, Maine, I feel calm and centered and blessed. The book's uplifting message, flowers budding, birds stopping for crumbs, and the melody of conversation at nearby tables open a stillness in me, a quiet place of gratitude and connection, of being lucky to be alive.