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Category Archives: Life Skills
Answering, ‘So, What Do You Do?’
When we meet new people, we’re often faced with the question, “So, what do you do?” Most people respond with what’s printed on their business card. “I’m the Chief Talent Officer at Acme Industries,” or “I’m a Managing Director at … Continue reading
Posted in Coaching, Communication Skills, Life Skills, Meeting Skills
3 Habits That Detract From Your Credibility And How To Avoid Them
Most communication skills are not about “right” and “wrong.” The overall impression you make on others is a combination of many factors, and the frequency of certain behaviors. Here are three language habits that undermine your authority. Qualifying Language Sometimes, … Continue reading
6 Steps For A Successful Apology
We all make mistakes, and at some point in our careers, we’ll have to apologize to someone. Working remotely makes it more difficult and more important to quickly deliver an apology. Time and distance can damage relationships, while the well-executed … Continue reading
Posted in Communication Skills, Leadership Skills, Life Skills, Meeting Skills
Executive Presence At Every Age
When Facilitator Komal Pandya-Singh was in college, she encountered a young girl crossing a busy street in Astoria, Queens. This young girl embodied a strong executive presence at an early age. Hear her story below.
Posted in Coaching, Executive Presence, Life Skills, Uncategorized
Your Virtual Executive Presence
Executive Presence sets you apart in business, both in person and online. We demonstrate presence through subtle cues – the combination of how you present yourself and communicate. When working in a virtual world, it’s even harder to demonstrate presence, … Continue reading
Craft Your Elevator Pitch
What do you say when you have just 30 seconds to make a lasting impression? Don’t get caught tongue-tied. Be brief, specific, and memorable. Craft an elevator pitch with these tips from Ching Valdezco:
3 Ways The U.S. Women’s Soccer Team Uses Mindfulness To Be At The Top Of Their Game
Addressing Mental Well-Being “Head First” MLS partners with Headspace, a leading meditation,concentration and stress-management app. Most of us feel that competition in our industry is fierce. We’re always on. If we blink, we risk losing territory or a chance to … Continue reading
Posted in Innovation, Life Skills, Uncategorized, Women in Business
Crafting An Interesting Story From A Boring Game
Good morning! Did you watch the Super Bowl Sunday night? While the pundits predicted it would be a close game, they didn’t predict a defensive struggle between two high-powered offenses. Translation? The game was “meh” – the lowest scoring Super … Continue reading
Take Your Storytelling Game From Good To Great: Lessons From The Super Bowl
This NFL post-season is already full of stories – just look at the two overtime victories in the conference finals leading up to the Super Bowl. Exultant victors! Crushed losers!! Unfair calls!!! That’s why people tune in – the sriracha … Continue reading
Take The Dumpling
I was sitting next to Manohar, aka Manny, best man from my wedding at a dinner recently. Earlier he toasted my husband for his “great choice in restaurants.” Feeling underappreciated, I quipped, “I chose the restaurant.” And then I immediately … Continue reading