In Dale Carnegie’s opinion, it is not possible to win an argument. In his eyes, if you lose it, well, you obviously lose it. But if you win it? Carnegie believes you’ve still lost. “Well suppose you triumph over the other man and shoot his argument full of holes and prove that he is non…
Category: Communication Skills
How To Deliver an Impromptu Speech
As you build your public speaking prowess, people will come to take for granted how much time, effort, and preparation goes into your presentations. They’ll assume that you’re constantly ready to wow an audience at the drop of a hat, and are likely to call on you to do so. All of a sudden, you’re…
Seven Steps to Success: How to Look and Sound More Confident
Whether you’re addressing a large audience or chatting one-on-one at a networking event, it’s important that you’re displaying confidence. Being poised and in control helps to ensure that you’re taken seriously by your audience, and can make the difference between closing the deal or walking away empty-handed. Here are four ways to use your body…
Every Day Should Be National Employee Appreciation Day
Each first Friday in March is Employee Appreciation Day. While not all companies observe it, some reserve it as an official day on which to honor and celebrate their employees. Whether on the official day or any other, here are four reasons to show employees appreciation. Appreciation matters as much as money to some employees. Dale…