It’s human nature to judge, both consciously and unconsciously. As much as we like to believe that we are in complete control of our thoughts, we all make snap assessments of others in a matter of ...

When you’re new to the neighborhood, getting off on the right foot with your new community is key. “A positive first impression can go a long way in establishing a cordial relationship with a neighbor ...

How we present ourselves to people for the first time doesn't necessarily make or break us, but it leaves a memory that is either favorable or one that is difficult to erase. How you introduce ...

There you are, in front of the person or audience that you want to impress with your killer idea. You know they are going to love it, but you are so preoccupied with pulling off your pitch that you ...

Fresh starts are mostly full of excitement, but with major shifts in life come nervous jitters. No matter how old you get, the first day of a new semester or a job interview can still give you sweaty ...

Pick up an old job-search advice book and you will probably come across a chapter on creating an elevator speech. The idea was to prepare a 90-second monologue that highlighted your key qualifications ...

I have trained in communication for over twenty years. Most people want to become a great speaker, and that is wonderful. However, being a great speaker is not the most useful communication skill in ...

In about 4 weeks I'll be starting a new position as a manufacturing plant General Manager. This is very exciting for me as I've always been excited about leading. It's a bit rattling also as I've ...

In an era of short attention spans, call screening, and email that automatically filters to the spam file, salespeople have only seconds to capture a prospect’s attention. The way they attempt to ...

Moving into a new home comes with many exciting opportunities and stresses alike. From DIY projects and repairs to getting settled into a new school system, there's so many tasks to balance right when ...

Meeting new people — whether in a formal networking event, at a party, or even in the cabin on a long airplane flight — can be an opportunity for your business. Such new people could become valued ...