ON SIX WAYS TO CREATE RAVING FANS

Dale Carnegie, in his book, “How to Win Friends & Influence People,reveals six traits kind people of the world share:Become interested in other people. In business, it's critical that we learn to see prospects as people rather than as sales. Smile. Have you noticed how positive and contagious a si

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ON WINNING IN 2009

Coach, Rich Gee, has a few tips for winning in a bad economy. .Contact both present and past clients. Listen to how they are and offer to help; don’t sell. .Ask for referrals. .Remember that 80% of your business comes from 20% of your best clients. .Focus on what you do best- what is and what is n

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ON A GREAT SPEECH

Here are a few points to keep in mind when you are delivering a speech , whether you are trying to inspire or persuade an audience to take some action.Always have someone introduce you - include your credentials, your experience in this area, why you were selected to speak vs. someone elseGrab the a

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ON SPEAKING WITH SIGNIFICANCE

Jim Collins, in his book, From Good to Great, found the most important ingredient that brought their organizations from good to great was humility. They were servant leaders. Professional speakers learn quickly to use their talent (gifts and strengths) to drive their passion for what excites and i

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