The mere mention of the words “public speaking” makes many people nervous. They dread the idea of standing up in front of an audience and giving a talk. But the fact remains that most of us will have to speak in public at some point in our careers. Speaking in public doesn’t have to...
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At some point in your life – - whether it’s at work, school or otherwise – - you will be faced with some form of constructive criticism. Perhaps it’s during an annual performance review, with a coworker or boss or it could even come in the form of some kind of disciplinary action, such...
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We’re now into the second week of 2013. Do you have any New Year’s Resolutions? Some people don’t believe in setting resolutions to start off the New Year, because it seems like people never keep their resolutions. They become more like “wishes” or things that people want to change in their life, but never...
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One of the biggest mistakes business leaders can make is hastily hiring employees. After all, when it comes to job interviews, the person conducting the interview has just as much riding on their shoulders as the candidate they are interviewing. Businesses rely on a leader’s ability to choose candidates that fit seamlessly into their...
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The first thing that pops into most people’s mind when informed of an upcoming meeting is, “Ugh…not another meeting!” Come on…you know you’re guilty of it, too! But let’s face it—meetings are a necessary part of your work life. Meetings shape our professional lives by typically bringing people together for some kind of collaborative...
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At Dale Carnegie Training Alabama, we say, “Practice makes permanent.” Before an employee or employees take on a new project or task, it is important that they practice. As a leader, it is important that you coach them through the practice sessions. Here are some practice techniques that can help you coach your employees...
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When it comes to tips for giving a successful business presentation, you probably see more tips about the things that you should do to give a good presentation. You should practice. You should add a little humor. You should know your audience. You should keep your presentation relevant. But, what about the things that...
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During the summer months, it can be harder than normal to keep employees focused and motivated on their job. From the kids being out of school to beautiful weather and summer vacation plans at bay, keeping employees motivated during summer months can be another job in of itself for some managers. According to this...
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Whether you’re an entry-level employee, manager, supervisor or some level of upper-management, most people will always experience the superior/subordinate type of relationship with someone at the workplace. For some, this relationship can be enjoyable. However, for many, it can also be stressful. The good news is that there are some things that you can...
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Giving presentations is a big part of the business world and, for some, in their every day lives. But, why does public speaking come so naturally to some people and others seem to collapse under the pressure? Some of it has to do with personality and self-confidence. But a lot of it has to...
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