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- How to Smile - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from Andre ThunaFrom the time we are children we learn the great spirit of a smile, whether it is our own creation of art work and the joy we feel, or watching the performance of a clown, we realize the satisfaction that a smile brings. A smile is one of the greatest attributes of a person and it is important ...
Views: 3065 - How to Have Presence - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from Andre ThunaHave you ever been in an atmosphere where someone enters the room and suddenly everyone in the room takes notice of them? What does that person have? You spent the entire evening rehearsing your lines, making sure that your hair was perfect, that your shoes were the most stylish they could be. ...
Views: 4007 - How to Win the Crowd with Charisma - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2012 from Andre ThunaWhether in a business meeting, or a group of singles, you can win the crowd with charisma. Charisma is that certain appeal that just seems to come naturally to some individuals while others must practice to develop charisma. Charismatic individuals have the power to capture and captivate those ...
Views: 4699(1 vote) - What We Don't Say Says - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2012 from Deone BenninghovenHave you ever observed a conversation from a distance and guessed what was happening from the body posture and gestures of the participants? A childhood friend of mine and I did that for fun. Oh the stories that we'd create. Today I still do it and I could write volumes about this topic: ...
Views: 2495 - Speed Programming Competition Enhance Your Skills - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2012 from Alex BrownSpeed Programming, most of the members might have not even heard this term particularly people not belonging to Computer Science. I listen it a lot when my brother got admission in Computer Science, indicating he was really fond of programming. At the time of my admission in university, he ...
Views: 3701 - How to Succeed at Work: Does Your FACE Send a Positive Message? - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2014 from Winifred BraggWhat does your FACE say about you? Are you wearing a face of success? Facial expressions are a part of everyday living that send vital messages to those around us. As a physician who treats many patients who are in pain, I can readily tell how patients feel by looking at their faces. ...
Views: 2846(1 vote) - Smile and Smiling Quotes and Poems - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2012 from Robert PhippsToday, give a stranger one of your smiles. It might be the only sunshine he sees all day. ~Quoted in P.S. I Love You, compiled by H. Jackson Brown, Jr. A smile confuses an approaching frown. ~Author Unknown People seldom notice old clothes if you wear a big smile. ~Lee ...
Views: 9439 - Discover Chinese Language School China - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2012 from thomas galvinPeople beginning to learn Chinese soon discover what a difficult language it is to grasp. This difficulty is compounded by Chinese letters which are so different to our own. Interestingly, the reason for this is that these are not in fact letters, but complete words. This is known as a ...
Views: 2069 - Discipline - Stand at Ease - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2012 from Ajay SeshadriWhile discipline is needed to pursue a course with dedication, it can put tremendous stress on the learner. There should not be undue effort to control the learner’s behaviour. If a teacher pushes it too far then the student will naturally lose interest in a given subject. The focus shifts from ...
Views: 2385 - Public Speaking Lessons From TED Talks - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2012 from Phil MéthotYesterday I treated myself to a couple of TED talks. For those who do not know what a TED talk is let me briefly explain. TED stands for Technology Entertainment and Design. Essentially TED talks are a series of lectures each of which lasts only 18 minutes, on subjects reflecting the name ...
Views: 3079(1 vote) - You Can Tell a lot from a Person’s Handshake - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2012 from Gil PizanoThis is probably a topic that has been beaten down so much that I’m almost embarrassed to write about it. But I can’t help it. You can tell a lot about a person from the way they shake hands with you. Whether they intend to let you know or not. How can that be? How do you know if the person ...
Views: 9205(1 vote) - Why you give your power away - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2012 from Kevin ChonyuiFear. That’s the main reason. We fear the consequences of our power. Sometimes we fear the responsibility that comes with power. You may not feel ready to wield so much power. When you realize that you can manifest your desires quickly and definitively when you go after them directly, it’s ...
Views: 2115 - Personal Image and Appearance - Creating the New and Successful You - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from Kamil KowalskiIn 2008, I researched the effect my appearance had on how people view me and how they treat me. I recognized the impact the appearance can have on anyone’s daily life, and I wanted to figure out ways to improve it. The reality is people judge you in the first few seconds of meeting you. If ...
Views: 5070(2 votes) - ***Body Language in the Workplace and Why It Matters - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Robert PhippsI’m forever seeing articles on websites, in newspapers and magazines about the body language of dating, but very little coverage is ever given up for body language in the workplace. After all, most of us spend about thirty or forty hours a week working and most of us have to do it alongside ...
Views: 4054(1 vote) - Different Types of Handshakes - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2012 from Anurag AggarwalEvery gesture we make, it tells something or the other about our personality. A handshake is also one of these gestures that depict your personality and attitude. Thus, it is important for our personality development that we should choose the right kind of hand shake. There are many opinions on ...
Views: 3806(1 vote) - Make Yourself Aware of Bullying New York - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2012 from Robert HarnickBullying is one such term that has made its presence all over in a short span of time. Are you also a victim of the bullying and is not aware how to cope with it? Bullying New York brings with it a sense of emotional and physical stress for the ones who are victims of it. Bullying is referred to ...
Views: 1771 - Giving Engaging Presentations: How to Read Your Audience - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2012 from Rita RockerIn Part 1, “Is that really ME giving that confident presentation?”, I covered some of the more physical and emotional characteristics for giving a confident presentation. Let’s talk about those silent, yet very loud, signals from your audience. These are indicators that tell you if they are ...
Views: 2064 - How to Measure Potential Clients - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2012 from Laura Roman LopezIt's hard to build the right kind of business with the wrong clientele. Maybe you're like many salespeople I know who are unhappy with their present client base, but who don't know how to change the situation. They'd like to upgrade, but they're not sure what upgrading means for them. They'd ...
Views: 3869 - The power of a Smile - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2012 from Lais StephanA new year has started. And what better way to start it than with a big and welcoming smile? This article is entirely devoted to “smiles”. :-) You will be surprised to read about the many health benefits of a simple smile! So let’s dive right into it: The Health Factor: The number 1 ...
Views: 3612(3 votes) - English Learning Tips for Different People - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2011 from barra znaggMany people are willing to live or travel in a foreign country where you can have lots of foreign friends. There are also many people who are willing to become a diplomat which owns good eloquence and a prominent status. In fact, you can completely make your dreams come true through some effort ...
Views: 1843 - Jacqueline Kennedy, Timeless Style Icon - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2011 from Diane CraigLast month, a series of conversations recorded in 1964 between Jacqueline Kennedy and Arthur Schlesinger Jr., a former Kennedy aide, was published into the latest book on the legendary first lady – and one of my favourite 20th-century style icons – titled Jacqueline Kennedy: Historic ...
Views: 2144 - Language Learning Software Helps You Learn Korean - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2011 from jenkin sonulAs time flies, we have entered a new century, what the world changes like? We often hear a word which is spoken by many individuals that the world becomes smaller than ever before, not only because the traffic develops very fast, but also because the communication between different people also ...
Views: 1626 - Difficult Words to Spell for English Learners - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2011 from rongfat chettOne of the corner stone for most language learners is the word spelling. Maybe you have learned this language for a while and at this time, you can be able to pronounce the English words fluently, but you till can not be able to remember the spelling of words especially the difficult ones which ...
Views: 2515 - New York Mesothelioma Lawyer is in High Demand - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2011 from Dean McDurmontGetting hold of for your complicated lawful conditions is a hard nut to crack because lawyers have various stages of experience in unlike areas, are certified to practice in different jurisdictions, and impeach different levels of eventuality fees. One possibility to make out responsible lawyers ...
Views: 1615 - Stand up and SMILE - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Charmaine HammondSmiling is a great stress buster and it can also change the environment around you. I have noticed the power of a smile when visiting workplaces for consulting or training projects. When the team is in their “serious mode”, it is obvious through their facial expressions (or lack of expression) ...
Views: 2147 - Persona - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Beth DargisI believe in authenticity. It’s a great gift to the world to be yourself. I also think that sometimes a persona is helpful. The dictionary defines a persona: 1. A voice or character representing the speaker in a literary work. 2. The characters in a dramatic or literary work. 3. ...
Views: 1476 - Eager To Be Taller Fast? Check These Growing Taller Secrets - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2011 from Walter ConnorAdding on some inches will extremely boost your self-confidence. Perhaps you've got seen some sales person, companies or stores selling pills that are said to feature inches instantly onto your height. Perhaps you have also seen many add giving a surgery for your body to seem taller. If you look ...
Views: 2691 - People will always remember how you make them feel - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Andrew HortonWe all want to make a difference during our lifetimes, to leave a legacy after we have completed our time on this planet. Making a difference is not just about volunteering to assist people that come from a less advantaged background than you do. You should shift your thinking away from seeing ...
Views: 2735(1 vote) - W.O.A. - Woman Of Action! - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2011 from Ungenita Katrina PrevostI picked up my favorite “Haute Couture” Magazine! The headlines read news from the fashion world and buzz from New York, Los Angeles, Milan, and Paris fashion weeks. I am always inspired by the runway and the fashion show that I went to in Los Angeles last weekend was no exception. Now, before ...
Views: 1600 - For your car repairs in Guildford - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2011 from Glyn htht Jones hgFinding the car repairs Guildford can sometime become the very crucial task. Sometimes an individual gets entrapped in tow boxes at any given time. On one hand he needs to attend all the daily routine works and find insufficient time to obtain your vehicle repaired. Additionally there is ...
Views: 1354 - 7 Secrets Of Irresistible Body Language - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Milly SonnemanWhat’s the real secret to body language that will appeal to crazy-busy customers? How can you show your frazzled client that meeting with you is the very best use of their time? These 7-secrets reveal exactly what to do. While searching for a master plan for gestures, movement and body ...
Views: 3529 - ***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: 3747(26 votes) - Tickled Pink - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2011 from Ungenita Katrina PrevostPink is in this season! What’s your favorite shade? If you were to look in my closet you’d see that I was “Tickled Pink”. It’s one of my favorite colors and from the looks of the runways it’s more fashionable now than ever. Flip through any magazine and you will see hot pink dresses, magenta ...
Views: 1509 - The 4 Grim Facts Of Life About Body Language: Don’t Go Into Your Next Meeting Until You Memorize Them - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2011 from Milly SonnemanWhat’s the story about body language? Nonverbal expressions of the human body are silent signals that say a lot. The important thing to know about body language is this: It is louder than you think! Presentation skills training would not be complete without addressing effective body ...
Views: 1974 - Chinese Language Translators, a bridge between two great nations, China and India - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from Language TranslationLanguage translation and language translators are very necessary for the most international convention or meetings to take place. Today, thanks to the opening up of many economies, the prospects of business have also grown on a large-scale. Many international investors from countries such as ...
Views: 1307 - 3 Ways to Build Rapport and Ace the Interview - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Don GoodmanPeople hire people they like. So while your skills and experience are important elements to securing a job offer, just as important is your ability to build rapport that is natural and engaging with your interviewer. The rapport you establish during an interview can greatly impact the impression ...
Views: 1998 - Diary of a coach June 2011 - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Rebecca DaviesThe Diary of a Coach Tuesday the 8th June, 2011 After the disappointment of having 'the big" training day cancelled next week with the "big and very important" client, the coach takes herself off to the hairdressers. Something that was planned just in time for the big training day anyway, ...
Views: 2286 - English language studies in England and Ireland - by Submitted on May 31, 2011 from Esl LanguageEngland, Scotland and Northern Ireland are all part of the United Kingdom. Ireland, known as the Republic of Ireland is situated next to the United Kingdom. ESL Languages in partnership with its various associate English language schools offers English language studies in England, Scotland, ...
Views: 1518(1 vote) - What Is the Advantages Of the Online Outsourcing Data Entry Services? - by Submitted on May 26, 2011 from Rita ThomsonEyes outsourcing as a cost-effective means for business cycle runs. Market a lot of buyers who heartened online data entry service providers by compensating an insignificant amount of outsourcing has enjoyed the fruits "are. They felt that they sum to serve the great work they do so with full ...
Views: 2287 - 5 Ways to Knock Out the Performance Jitters - by Submitted on May 03, 2011 from Sandra Dee RobinsonFeel like you’re never going to stop those shaky knees and pre-performance nerves? Here are a few ideas to help you get past the debilitating effects of the jitters: 1. Appreciate them. I know it sounds crazy, but acknowledge the nerves as though they are an old friend, and know they are ...
Views: 1647 - Headhunters services in UK by Rightinternational - by Submitted on May 01, 2011 from william denzelHeadhunters are firstly known as common cannibals.Some people still view them that way,but executive recruiters are a vital link in a chain that keeps major enterprises functioning well. The top positions at any organization dictate the fortunes of the company,the shareholders and the ...
Views: 1428 - The Human Brain and Language - by Submitted on May 01, 2011 from Nisar NikzadThe art of being able to express one’s self in more than one language is a rare and wonderful gift that often requires a lifetime of learning. At a very young age, the human brain is exposed to a series of sounds that begin to create associations in the brain as the young child begins to ...
Views: 1527 - Why Girls Ignore You - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from Eduard EzeanuDo you feel that girls ignore you and it’s hard to get them to notice you? If you want to get this handled and have more success with girls, it’s important to know why it’s happening. Some guys seem to get all the attention from girls, and some seem to get ignored completely. If you believe ...
Views: 8251 - Effective Personal Presentation Skills : How to Be More Confident and Charismatic - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2011 from Rebecca MillsPersonal presentation skills include correct, method of portraying oneself in public or a social surrounding. It is basically the ability to enhance our communication skills in an appropriate manner. Whether in a completely official set up or while dealing with situations in our daily life, ...
Views: 3664 - Posturing for Maximum Effectiveness - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Judy RingerAikidoists know the importance of posture. Head over shoulders over hips, weight balanced over both feet, which are about shoulder width apart. Bowing posture, Seiza (seated) posture, Hanmi (standing) posture. Body and mind are connected. When our posture is upright and ready, everything is. ...
Views: 1497 - The Five C's of Body Language - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Samantha JohnsonFor our ancestors, split-second decisions made on the basis of subtle visual clues could be a matter of life or death. Today, first impressions still evoke automatic responses, which may or may not be accurate. Those automatic responses must be analyzed and filtered to ensure survival in a ...
Views: 4542 - Body Langauge & Dating: How to Send Signals that Support You - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2011 from Charly EmeryIs your body language aligned with the message you want to send? On The Today Show with Kathie Lee and Hoda, body language expert Janine Driver weighed on the silent yet significant signals speed daters were sending each other at a Professionals in the City speed dating event. As you’ve probably ...
Views: 1989 - Listen To the Hand - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Lavinia PlonkaListen To the Hand Whether you were taught to fold your hands on your lap, hold your hands behind your back, or shove them in your pockets, you won’t be able to avoid the fact that your hands are communicating all the time. After many years of debate, researchers have finally agreed with ...
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