Published on September 27, 2012 by Annetta Wilson
When you create interesting presentations, you greatly improve your chances of capturing your audience and walking away with valuable connections or a perhaps a business deal. Because many people look at meetings and presentations as events to be endured, it’s important that your presentations break that mold.
One secret ingredient…
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Published on September 25, 2012 by Annetta Wilson
Effective communication is critical to your personal and business success. Harvard Business Review says, ‘Communication is the new leadership skill.’ Fortunately, it’s a skill that can be developed with time and a few simple tweaks. Contrary to what some people believe, it has very little to do with your…
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Published on September 20, 2012 by Annetta Wilson
Before you collect information on how to improve public speaking, you need to know a little secret: Almost everyone – with few exceptions – is afraid of public speaking on some level. There is something scary about feeling judged by a huge mass of people. The key is working…
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Published on September 18, 2012 by Annetta Wilson
Creating effective presentations that hit the mark is a little like putting together a puzzle. The majority of professionals in the business world rely on presentations at some point during negotiations. Yet, the results are sometimes inconsistent. Some presentations clearly demonstrate the intended idea, while others leave people confused…
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Published on February 16, 2012 by Annetta Wilson
When was the last time you ‘acted’? I’m not talking about ‘taking’ action or ‘doing’ something. I’m talking about not being authentic.
There’s a quote by writer Jean Giraudoux that has always made me laugh: “The secret of success is sincerity. Once you can fake that you’ve got it made.” …
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Published on February 9, 2012 by Annetta Wilson
I’m a mom. Sometimes that means I want more for my kids than they want for themselves. Often, that means I am more attached to their outcomes than they are.
That’s when I get into trouble.
Hey, I’m all about transparency. I’m also a firm believer that we often teach what…
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Published on February 8, 2012 by Annetta Wilson
Fifteen seconds:
- The average length of time a reviewer looks at your resume
- The number of seconds it takes to break through your computer’s security system
- The length of time you should wash your hands to prevent the spread of infection (source: Centers for Disease Control)
- The maximum time it takes for someone…
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Published on February 1, 2012 by Annetta Wilson
Not quite the headline you expected in an article about communication, is it? Okay, it’s a little misleading. Sometimes, though, when we’re in a conversation that’s going in circles and getting nowhere, it can feel like we’re going crazy. Rest assured that you’re not losing your mind (unless,…
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Published on January 26, 2012 by Annetta Wilson
What in the world does THAT mean? Well, it doesn’t mean that I’m calling you names. Nor does it mean you’ll have to take a challenging quiz. It’s about your communication, specifically, your tone of voice. So, what is the stupid test? It’s the quickest way to make…
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Published on February 22, 2011 by Annetta Wilson
New Year’s resolutions: Promises we chain ourselves to, no matter what; choices we make that become inescapable bonds …
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