A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops. Henry Adams
February Tips For Communication & Image Success
Tip for Organizations:
Question:
Our team meetings have been challenging. They often run out of time due to intense dialog and interruptions are common. How can we stay on agenda?
Answer:
Allot time for each agenda item while making sure the agenda is not overly ambitious. Establish ground rules, especially regarding interruptions.
Communication Question:
Question:
How do I stay calm during a heated conversation?
Answer:
Recently a colleague asked the same question. My advice is to avoid the cha-cha-cha (back and forth while upset). Realize that proving a point is more about being heard. When you see they cannot hear you, breathe once and suggest to table the conversation for now.
Presence Question:
Question:
How can I always look and feel sharp?
Answer:
Iris Apfel – “If you are wearing a good hair style and great shoes; nothing else matters”. The first thing someone sees is your face. Then they look down to see your shoes. Ensuring these two items work makes the rest of you to look put together.
The Art of Business and Social Interaction®
Question:
What are some good ways to warm up my voice before I speak in a meeting or present to a group?
Answer:
Find some tongue twisters on line and exercise your voice and mouth prior to speaking. Always make it a practice to use your voice before an event.