When You Make a Toast Keep it Short and Not About You

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Holidays mean celebrations.

Thanksgiving, Chanukah, Christmas, New Years and Kwanzaa all mean parties.

Parties frequently mean toasts.  So what if you’re asked to make a toast to celebrate any occasion?

It’s Not About You

A toast is a mini speech, so prepare for it just like you would get ready for a presentation at work. Many people avoid giving toasts because they dislike speaking in public. It’s nerve wracking to summarize your best wishes in two minutes. It will be easier if you speak from the heart.

Remember, it’s not about you. …Read more…

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When You’re Smiling, the Whole World Smiles With You

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"Smile when you're presenting"

Smile when you’re presenting

The famous lyrics from the song “When You’re Smiling” were closely identified with iconic jazz singer and trumpeter Louis Armstrong, whose own smile lit up a room.

You can learn a lot from that song about the power of smiling in your personal and business life.

If you smile during a presentation, your audience will smile with you. If you smile when meeting someone new, you’ve already started to build rapport. It’s almost impossible to feel bad when you’re smiling. …Read more…

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Overcome Your Fears and Learn to Network Like a Pro

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Even extroverts suddenly turn shy when they enter a room full of strangers. You’re not alone if you’re ill at ease when networking.Business Networking, Network Like a Pro

Most people feel uncomfortable when they find themselves with no one to talk to at a networking event. But you can present yourself in the best light by learning a few simple techniques.

Focus on Others

It’s not about you — make it about the other person when you walk up to someone. Show a sincere interest …Read more…

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How to Stand Out by Where You Sit Down

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If you didn’t think it was important before, you will change your mind after reading this post about exerting your authority and leadership skills in a meeting.

Where you sit at the conference table during a business meeting really does matter.

At the Head of the Table

Sit at the head of the table and stand out. In that way, all eyes will be focused on you.

How to stand out

How to stand out

In order to be more democratic, some managers sit in the middle of the long side of a rectangular table. …Read more…

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