Regardless of your role and rank within an organization, getting the attention of busy people can be challenging, especially via email. It’s important to utilize strategies to increase the likelihood that an email recipient will not only open your email but read your entire message. However, the only way to get a chance to have…
Whether we are talking in a team meeting, in a social setting, or in a presentation in front of an audience, we all must speak in public from time to time. The way we speak affects the way people think about us, so it is understandable that it often comes with nerves and anxiety. While…
When it comes to public speaking and presentations, most people are not excited by the thought of it. According to Forbes, only 10% of people thrive on public speaking, and 10% of people are absolutely terrified of it. That leaves 80% of people who are somewhere in between. Here are some tips to help you…
Listening is a crucial part of persuasion, influence, and good leadership in general. It’s also a basic building block of healthy personal relationships. But there are different levels of listening — from simply hearing words being said all the way to deep listening. So what’s the difference in listening and deep listening? Some refer to…
Giving a virtual presentation is quite different than giving one in person. While some elements are similar (like having solid content and an engaging delivery), there are a lot of new factors added to the mix. And it can be overwhelming if you don’t know what to expect. So here are the 7 most important…
Email has been around now for a few decades, but some people still don’t seem to know how to use it effectively. It’s a crucial skill if you want to use your time efficiently, get projects done on time, and — quite frankly — if you want people to like communicating with you. In this…
Effective Communication. It might very well be the #1 soft skill you need to succeed. Think about it. When communication is poor, wires cross, tensions rise, and initiatives fail. We communicate daily with peers, direct reports, bosses, customers, friends, and partners. Doing it well means you get along better. It means you make more money,…
Here’s the deal. Outstanding leaders are not carbon copies of one another. There is no copy-and-paste template you can use for achieving success. However, when you look at leaders who have made things happen and have done well at it, there are undoubtedly a few things they will have in common. If you’re looking to…