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Let’s talk about Bill, one of my clients who came to me extremely frustrated. Even though Bill is a top thinker in his field, with years of technical experience and the unwavering trust of his...
What you do in the first five minutes of meeting someone matters — big time. For better or worse, humans are hardwired to automatically make assumptions about the people we meet. Maybe it’s a primal...
As a CEO or other manager in your business, you know the power of networking. Half of getting to where you are today was pure skill, but the other half (maybe even more than half)...
Remember our previous post about how to build rapport effectively? Let’s continue that discussion and explore more strategies to master this essential skill. In this blog post, we will shed a light on how to...
Jill had remained with the same company for 10 years. She loved it there but, other opportunities awaited; opportunities that could result in pay raises and promotions. The only thing holding her back was her...
Hey there, you’re really stepping up your game at the office. You’re getting out there, making your voice heard, and maybe even making a few friends in the workplace. But let’s talk real talk for a...
It’s not an uncommon challenge that L&D directors face — you have a team member who just won’t open up, who’s terrible at building relationships with clients and who you really can’t send out into...
Ever feel like you’re spinning your wheels in your career? Stuck in a rut, unable to advance within your current company? Let me tell you, it could all come down to one thing: your...
Networking elicits interesting reactions from some businesspeople (cowering, screaming in terror, avoiding it at all costs possible). Like it or not, however, networking is vital to your career. Once you start networking within your...
Have you ever wondered what separates the wildly successful from the rest of the pack? Is it sheer talent? Boundless ambition? According to some fascinating studies, the real game-changer is something you might not expect:...
Are you pondering the idea of becoming a mentor? It’s a decision that could shape your career and personal growth journey. Let’s dive deep into the world of mentorship, the benefits of being a mentor...
For some people, there’s nothing worse than those first five minutes of an interaction with a new person. What do you say? What do you do? Especially if you’re not in a business setting, where...
Have you ever showed up late to a networking event and experienced that initial burst of panic? All of the sudden, you don’t have an upper hand. Everyone’s already paired off, talking in groups, and...
Need any easy way to take advantage of those dreaded networking events? Take this incredibly easy tip from my bestselling book, ENGAGE. Yes, I know, networking events, for some people, particularly if you’re introverted, can...
Trying to better make connections and take advantage of networking events or even social occasions? Knowing the difference between the direct and indirect approaches to social engagements can really help you get the most out...