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Access POWER - by Joseph Riggio- ***How to Find Your 'Real' Speaking Voice in 60 Minutes or Less - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2010 from Nancy DanielsRecently, I read an article about improving your voice in 7 days. While I do not agree with the writer’s suggestions or methodology, the truth is that you can actually find your ‘real’ voice in about 1 hour. Admittedly, your ‘real’ voice will not be a habit in only 60 minutes, but one of the ...
Views: 9993(4 votes) - Improve your English by reading Newspaper - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2014 from Byreddy Balaji ReddyIf you really want to develop your English Language Communication Skills, you will have many more interesting ways and you need to apply them sincerely. One of the interesting ways is reading English newspapers regularly for at least half an hour daily. Do not miss reading newspapers in English ...
Views: 9967 - Clarify Misunderstandings with a "Reality "Check" - by As a communicating creature, you can bet your life on the possibility that misunderstanding is the rule, not the exception.
We communicate with words and voice tone, as well as all sorts of non-verbals like time, space and body language--all of which are imprecise in conveying our unique felt ...
Views: 9737 - Inspirational Storytelling - Motivational Speech Training - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2012 from Doug StevensonDo you want to inspire people? Do you have a burning desire to share your life experiences and tell your stories so that other people can benefit? If so, there are a number of things to consider when writing an inspiring speech. This last summer I was inspired by what I witnessed at the ...
Views: 9736 - The Key to Becoming a Great Receptionist - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2010 from Arthur MarkhamWho says being a receptionist is an easy job? Well, it may be easy in a sense that the job is a routine, but contrary to popular belief, being a company’s receptionist is a crucial job. For one, you are most likely to be the first person who people talk with whenever they call or visit the ...
Views: 9642(3 votes) - 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: 9586(1 vote) - Emotionally Expressive: How Can Someone Become More Emotionally Expressive? - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to how human beings communicate with each other, there are many different aspects involved. During those moments where one is face to face with another, it is not just what comes out of their mouth that matters. If one was talking to someone through text, email or via social ...
Views: 9568 - Persuasive Communication - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2004 from Ronnie NijmehWhat makes a great communicator so persuasive? What makes the best leader motivational? How does one become a great, inspirational leader? "I wasnt a great communicator, but I communicated great things."--Reagan in his farewell address as president. Voice Their Dreams A great leader is able to ...
Views: 9423(1 vote) - Definition: Communication Tools - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2007 from Debbie MolisTo create dynamic relationships, whether personal or professional, you must first understand the importance of clear communication and build skills in this area. Steps 1. Listen: respect others' right to complete their thoughts before you interrupt to say what you want to say. 2. Take notes ...
Views: 9391 - Watch What You Say - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2005 from Eric GarnerIf you want to move up the ranks of masterful communication, you have to watch what you say to others. Not just in the showpieces of communication such as a presentation, a memo, or a meeting, but in everyday interaction. Learn these 7 rules and you can quietly and unobtrusively become a master ...
Views: 9339 - Effective Communication Strategies For Teachers: 3 Communication Strategies For Faster Learning - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Michael LeeNot all students are created equal. Some absorb the lessons right away, while others find it difficult to get past the last discussion. This is why effective communication strategies for teachers are very important. Teachers have the ability to make school more interesting for the ...
Views: 9312(2 votes) - Can You Tame Your Beast? How You Can Effectively Control Your Tongue in 10 Easy Steps - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionHere's a riddle for you: throughout the history of humankind, people have been able to tame wolves, chimpanzees, tigers, lions, dolphins, killer whales, seals, and cobras. But there is one thing--one very small thing--each of us have that we have not been able to tame. Do you know what it ...
Views: 9283(12 votes) - 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: 9250(2 votes) - 10 Tips to Overcome Communication Barriers? - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2016 from Rakesh KhushwahaToday, a lot of communication barriers are faced by all. Sometimes the message intended by the sender is not understood by the receiver in the same terms and sense, thus leading to communication breakdown. So, it is important to deal and cope up with these communication barriers so as to ensure ...
Views: 9234 - Can Team Building Increase Productivity in a Recession? - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2012 from Doug StaneartWhen the economy is slow, company managers and leaders have to be very cautious with every expense. As a result, we will often put off hiring new employees until more certainty in the marketplace develops. Although natural efficiencies will develop in a downward economy, can team building ...
Views: 9112 - Three Keys to Excellent Customer Service - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2021 from Dr Rick GoodmanIf you’re like me and I know many of you are out there, when it comes to customer service there are certain traits that stand out and can make or break a business. The three simple traits that I have noticed in businesses that deliver first-class service are the following: 1.They Listened to ...
Views: 9071(3 votes) - Three Keys to Excellent Customer Service - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2021 from Dr Rick GoodmanIf you’re like me and I know many of you are out there, when it comes to customer service there are certain traits that stand out and can make or break a business. The three simple traits that I have noticed in businesses that deliver first-class service are the following: 1.They Listened to ...
Views: 9071(3 votes) - 3 Basic Steps to Conflict Resolution - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2012 from Kealah ParkinsonAre you afraid of conflict? You're not alone. It's human nature to avoid situations that make us uncomfortable. And today, as jobs become more precious and tensions rise in the work place, conflict creates an even bigger stress load (at best) and irreparable damage to our jobs and relationships ...
Views: 9060(9 votes) - How Long Does It Take To Build a Friendship? - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Eduard EzeanuYour friendships influence the fulfillment in your life more than most other factors. One key thing that can help you build friendships effectively is to understand right how long this takes. It is common for people to wonder: how long does it take to form a friendship? We want to understand ...
Views: 9009(1 vote) - Teasing, Sarcasm and Emotional Scarring in Adults - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Lianda LudwigTeasing, as either a teaser or target is a universal experience that all persons participate in, or are exposed to at some level. The childhood rhyme says “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can never harm me”. This is probably one of the biggest lies we try to convince ourselves, ...
Views: 8970(3 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: 8892 - Positive Intent - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2009 from Christiane TurnerThere is a very important principle, called the “Positive Intent“. Positive Intent means, that there is always a positive function or purpose for what is currently happening in our lives. For example a behavior we don't like about ourselves, like getting angry when our kid whines, or getting all ...
Views: 8832(2 votes) - Spa & Beauty Salon customer service and client management training! - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2009 from Scotty FerrellSpa/ Salon Training #1 -Customer Service is a key focus to make your Beauty Business succeed. But, What does customer service really mean for your business? Think about Customer Service. Q & A Goals to develop customer service. a.) Are all of your employees truly on the same page ...
Views: 8816(4 votes) - CAREER COMPETENCIES: Effective Communication Skills - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2012 from Sharon AugusteCore Career Competencies Series One: Benefits of Effective Communication Why is effective communication important? The most essential skill to achieving anything in life or navigating through life, and especially in the workplace, is the ability to communicate effectively. An essential ...
Views: 8747 - Visual Aids: Graphs And Charts, Tables And Illustrations Reinforce Your Message - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2008 from George KopsStudies have been established that prove:* • The human brain processes visuals 400,000 times faster than it does text. • Visual aids have been found to improve learning by up to 400%. Other important facts about visual aids:** • Retention of information is six times greater when information ...
Views: 8718 - The 3Cs of Communication: Clear, Concise, and Correct - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2010 from Jane CranstonBob Sheppard, the announcer for the New York Yankees, for more than almost six decades, applied three simple principles to his extraordinary delivery. Surely his beautiful baritone made him highly listenable and memorable; however, it was his discipline that made him a lifetime member of the ...
Views: 8690(4 votes) - Our Words Define Us More Than Our Actions - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Greg BakerWe think that our actions define us more than our words. But the reality is exactly the opposite. Our actions are important, but our actions are psychologically used to verify the truth of our words and not the other way around. Be careful what you say. This article attempts to prove that your ...
Views: 8301(1 vote) - ***3 Possible Reasons Why You Are Asked to Repeat Yourself (a Lot!) - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2010 from Nancy DanielsAre you frustrated because others constantly ask you to repeat yourself? Especially because you think they should have heard or understood you the 1st time? If you frequently hear, “What did you say?” then maybe it is time for you to discover exactly why your message is not being ...
Views: 8131(2 votes) - All types of Communication Styles - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2008 from Peter HalidayCommunication can be classified into a number of types such as oral, written, intentional, non-verbal and symbolic. The article highlights various communication styles by keeping the human context at the axis. In all the communication forms, the people involved in the process form the most ...
Views: 8041 - Dealing with pink elephants: Confronting another person - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2003 from Judy TsoAha Solutions Unlimited There is a pink elephant between you and another person. You know what I mean. There is something left unsaid. There is some issue hanging in the air. It is like there's a big pink elephant hanging in the space between you and the other person. Perhaps the other person ...
Views: 7874(2 votes) - The Five "Musts" of Intentional Listening - by According to Webster, "to intend" means to stretch out for, to aim at. An intent is a purpose, object or aim.
"Communicate" means to exchange information, ideas or messages in any way, as by talk, gestures, writing, etc. It also means to have a sympathetic or meaningful relationship and to be ...
Views: 7812 - Real Behavior Change: What does it take to break a habit? - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2007 from Shelle Rose CharvetMotivation, Reinforcement, Support and Accountability Behavior change is not merely a matter of knowledge or skill. If that were true, then all the information campaigns on how to improve your health would have made behavior-related illnesses a thing of the past. And birth control information ...
Views: 7753(1 vote) - Four Barriers To Effective Communication - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2008 from Timothy ThomasWhy does communication so often go wrong? Here are the top four reasons for breakdowns in communication: 1. Poor Listening Skills. Poor listening skills top the list when it comes to barriers to communication. Poor listening skills can result from: * Lack of involvement with the other person ...
Views: 7749 - Learn Face Reading - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2009 from Carole FriesenGive me 5 minutes with anyone and I can tell you more about their character than a 10-page résumé. I have “read” thousands of people who tell me I know more about them in a few minutes than their spouse, family or friends ever have. Am I the only one who has access to this ancient secret? No, ...
Views: 7643(1 vote) - Interrupting A Conversation Politely: How To Interrupt Without Being Rude - by Submitted on May 22, 2011 from Michael LeeIt is never easy finding yourself in a situation where you need to interrupt the conversation. Sometimes, your friends are talking among themselves and there is something you can't wait to tell them. Sometimes, others are dominating the conversation and you can't get a word in. Whatever it ...
Views: 7620 - Using Emotional Intelligence to Deal with Bullies, Back Stabbers and Sycophants in the workplace - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2011 from Harvey DeutschendorfThey're found in every work place. Regardless of how fortunate you are to be working with a great group of supportive caring coworkers, there always seems to be at least one that makes your work life less than ideal. They always seem to be looking for opportunities to impress the boss and spend ...
Views: 7612(2 votes) - 6 Anger Management Techniques to Manage Your Boss - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2010 from Joe JamesOne of the most important people to use anger management techniques with is that person in your life that you struggle getting along with that you warmly refer to as your boss. You're tired. You're discouraged. You're dejected. You're unmotivated. You may feel that your boss is intimidating, ...
Views: 7534(2 votes) - ***2 Crucial Tips for Creating a Quality Conversation - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2020 from Vivian HarteDid you know that we’re physically and mentally healthier when we have meaningful and fulfilling relationships? People who are ill get better more quickly when they have a loving support system. People who are broken-hearted from a romantic breakup get back to normal more quickly if they have ...
Views: 7464(2 votes) - Three Awesome Ways to Avoid an Argument - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2005 from Fran BriggsAvoiding arguments doesn't have to be an arduous task! "Three Awesome Ways to Avoid Arguments," offers innovative and effective strategies to introduce calm to even the most argumentative discussion. Listen - Listening to your speaker during a heated argument is one of the most challenging ...
Views: 7459(1 vote) - How to End a Toxic Friendship - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Eduard EzeanuSometimes, the best thing you can do with a friendship is to end it. Unfortunately, most toxic friendships are not easy to end, and you need the proper tools to fruitfully do so. Every once in a while you may realize that you’re in a toxic relationships with another person. The relationship ...
Views: 7383(1 vote) - How to give a compelling speech and make a lasting impression - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2011 from chima ebeniroSpeaking in front of a group of people or an audience, whether big or small, is both an opportunity and a privilege, so those fortunate enough to be in this situation should best know how to give a compelling speech that will make a positive impact. There are public speakers who fail to ...
Views: 7380 - Guilt Feelings - by I guess there isn't one person who hasn't experienced feelings of guilt and some people carry a constant, deep engraved guilt feelings regarding this aspect of their life or another. Guilt feelings are often related to as a negative emotion - but what are they, why do we breed them in ourselves ...
Views: 7352(1 vote) - Accurate Communication: Communication takes a Life of its own - by We know that interpersonal communication involves interaction between at least two people. But do we know that a higher and more sophisticated level of communications exists? I term this “Accurate Communication.” The benefits of Accurate Communication are many. When used by sales people, it ...
Views: 7303 - Personality Temperaments Effect Communication - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2012 from Richard HighsmithBackground: Personality temperaments theory was originally devised in medieval times for understanding human nature. People were looking for simple ways to understand themselves and others. It was believed that everyone had various characteristics, which made up their basic temperament. The ...
Views: 7237 - ***Proper Etiquette Toward the Differently-abled - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2013 from Cynthia LettMore and more people with physical, mental and emotional impairments are joining the workforce, and business people who become disabled are returning to work like never before. The basic etiquette with the differently-abled persons is the Golden Rule: Treat others as you would want to be ...
Views: 7228(2 votes) - Train the Trainer Tips - training difficult people - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2009 from Heather BuckleyTeaching the person who doesn't want to be there. Sometimes when delegates on your training course are negative, disinterested or even disruptive it is often because they have been sent by their employers but are not interested in learning.Also having confided in you, you have begun to earn ...
Views: 7140(2 votes) - ***Eliminate Your Passive Language - Tag Questions and Qualifiers - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2020 from Vivian HartePassive people give away their passivity with the type of language they use. Their words tell others that they don’t think very highly of themselves and that they need others’ approval. This type of language takes away their power. De-emphasizers are methods of using speech so that passive ...
Views: 6876 - Honesty in Relationships: Is It Really the Best Policy? - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2010 from Gail BarkerFor this article I'm going to do things a little differently and just start with the bottom line. The answer to the title question is, "yes, honesty is the best policy when it comes to relationships." There. Now that you know, for those of you who are in a bit of a rush, you can move on ...
Views: 6818 - 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: 6745(4 votes) - Active Listening: Turning Customer Service into customer satisfaction - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2010 from Angela SmytheTypically, communication skills training is focused around improving our speaking and presentation skills, but improving how we listen to information is just as important. Listening plays a major part in effective communication, how we listen and what we choose to listen to has a big impact on ...
Views: 6705(1 vote) - 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 ...
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