If you’ve ever presented an idea, concept, or suggestion and received a less-than-positive reaction in return, then you’ve probably wondered where your message went wrong and what you could have done differently. At times, your choice of words is all that stands between you and the positive response you desire. The English language is rich with choices. You can use multiple [...]
Here’s a familiar scenario: you walk into a room full of strangers (or, maybe you know only a few people), manage to introduce yourself to some other guests, and everything is going smoothly until…it’s your turn to talk. If you’re like many people, you’re unsure of how to start a conversation that can keep on [...]
As a business owner, it’s highly likely that you own a cell phone – maybe even a smart phone or Personal Digital Assistant (PDA for short). These little mobile devices make it convenient for us to place phone calls, send texts and emails, surf, browse, and post from wherever we are. However, all good things [...]
We must communicate using the same channels—the same send-and-receive technology—whether we are using electronic devices, or as human beings. Our senses are our human communications channels. Each of us has our own primary channel through which we best receive and internalize messages. To communicate more clearly, determine the primary channel – visual (sight; eyes), auditory (sound; ears), or kinesthetic (touch; motion) – through which your message receiver processes messages. In this article, Sylvia Henderson tells you how.
Workplace changes include considering and implementing better use of social networking rather than just asking, “Should we use these tools?” One of the primary advantages of social network tools is the expanded “social” aspect.
Social is different for someone born in 1990 than for someone born in 1950, yet it is the same. Too many articles and blogs note the negatives of social media and social networks. Let’s look at the positives of “social” in social networks.
A well-prepared presentation is possible at the last minute. Be the envy of your organization and become the go-to person with the strong communication skills by taking initiative and being willing to make impromptu presentations. It only takes a little practice. You can apply these on-the-spot presentation principles whether you speak informally to five people or give a formal speech to fifth. The more you prepare yourself ahead of time to give impromptu presentations, the more you will be the one looked to to keep everyone else informed.
Mark your calendar. The Village Connector has scheduled another Free Marketing System Program Presentation, a unique marketing system designed specifically for local businesses looking to reach local consumers. We believe it offers an excellent value for your business and a great way to build our local community. The founder of the program will do a special presentation [...]
