Skype Like a Pro: Avoid Five Pitfalls That Can Jeopardize Your Image

Many of us take for granted our image and reputation, which can be built up or jeopardized through technology.  Participating in a Skype call is just as important as presenting live to a group. By avoiding the following five pitfalls, you improve your relationship...

Trust Your Competence

The majority of us get caught up in our own head, getting trapped in the negative talk that takes control of our conversations. “What if I don’t know what to say?” “What if I forget what to say?” “What if I say something wrong?” Overcome your “what ifs?” Trust your...

Words that Influence

Our words will either impact or distract our listeners from taking action on what we have to say. Having influence Monday to Monday requires more than simply showing up and having a conversation. The level of influence my team and I teach requires one to be strategic...

What Does Your Response Time Say About You?

Three Steps for Following Through Even When You Don’t Have Time “I don’t have time to respond.” “We are in the midst of a demanding project.” “Your email message must have gotten trapped in my spam file.” Whatever your excuses are, others’ trust, confidence and...

Hang Up the Email & Pick Up the Phone

We are all guilty. We shoot off email after email when a face-to-face or phone conversation in some situations would save time and have greater influence. Think about how many times you hit “reply” or “forward” today. Now calculate how much time was wasted going back...