So You Never Know What to Say!
So You Never Know What to Say! One key to small talk is listening. Use what the other person is saying as the natural guide. The person who is talking is always giving ideas and cues about what you might say or ask. Here’s a rule of thumb from Larry King, long standing popular talk […]
English communication skills- Networking Is Communicating and Connecting
English communication skills- Networking is Communicating and Connecting It is all about relationships, connecting. Networking is another term for that lifelong process of meeting people, making contacts, developing friendships and building professional relationships. It is in the communicating where networking happens. The skill of networking involves learning how and when to approach people, how and […]
The Power of Small Talk
The Power of Small Talk Just as it is little things that build strong relationships, it is small talk that develops the rapport which leads to information, opening opportunities and strong connection. Small talk is not insignificant. Instead, it is the gateway to business referrals, job opportunities, and new friends. During small talk people are […]
Networking and the Power of Conversations
Networking and the Power of Conversations No matter what your career path or role in life, your ability to build a strong support system will be key in your success and well being. Networking is a lifelong process of meeting people, making contacts, developing friendships, and building professional relationships. How do you network? Herein lies […]
Communication Skills Training : Space Comfort Zone in the U.S.
Communication Skills Training : Space Comfort Zone in the U.S. In all countries, people need a certain amount of space to feel comfortable in different situations. The size of these zones is determined by culture—Japanese feel comfortable with closer contact than Latinos or North Americans. Here is what communication scientists have identified for the United […]
English Communication: How Are You? More Angles of View–In Person & On the Phone
English Communication: How Are You? More Angles of View–In Person & On the Phone It’s not what you say, but how you say it. “How are you?” is a ritual greeting in the United States. But how you say it can move it from ritual to relationship. Here are a few more angles of view: Angle […]
English Communication: How Are You? Two Angles of View
English Communication: How Are You? Two Angles of View “How are you?” Simple little phrase, yes? But it drives international people a little crazy in the U.S. That’s because in their home country, if people say, “How are you?”, they really do want to know how you are doing or what is happening in your […]
Sending A Message with Facial Expressions
Sending A Message with Facial Expressions The single most important facial expression is the smile. Create instant rapport anywhere in the world by simply smiling at the audience.
Tips for Great Meetings
Tips for Great Meetings People who attend face-to-face meetings build relationships by arriving early or staying late and chatting with each other. You can create rapport by beginning or ending with meeting attendees talking about non-work related items.
English Speaking Skills: How to Write an Elevator Speech
English Speaking Skills: How to Write an Elevator Speech The term “elevator speech” first became popular during the early days of the internet explosion, when companies that won cash from venture capitalists were often those with a simple pitch. The best could explain a business proposition in the time it took occupants to arrive […]