What’s the one thing that turns a genius into a leader? Communication skills. Think about it: the ability to give epic presentations is what inspires and motivates people to trust in and follow you. A sales professional or business development manager isn’t going to do many deals unless he can engage and persuade with his sales pitch. A mid-level worker isn’t …
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The other day, I met up with an old friend of mine. She’s the General Manager of a “think tank”. I hadn’t seen her for a few years and we got to talking about work. In fact, she asked me for some advice. “Things are very different now,” she said. “We’ve shifted to a matrix …
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Being able to speak well in public is not just an essential skill for aspiring TEDx talkers, it’s a huge asset for any ambitious professional. From speaking confidently in meetings to presenting to potential clients and investors, public speaking creeps into the daily lives of most department heads. And it’s often accompanied by anxiety — or glossophobia (fear of public …
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Who do you trust? Your partner, your parents, your best friend? For most of us, trust is not something that comes easily. It has to build over time. It has to be earned. When nurturing workplace skills and strong business teams, research shows it’s one of the most valued attributes in an organisation. Brené Brown says she …
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A team leader or business owner without good communication skills can lead to a slump in employee productivity. Ideas may not be clearly defined and as a consequence projects may fail to meet deadlines. By making small and simple adjustments you can turn this around, not just for the leader but for the whole team. …
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