Is walking into a room full of strangers your worst fear? You are not alone. Many individuals love to meet new people, but some would try their best to avoid networking altogether. However, this attitude can be detrimental to your success in life. Fortunately, there are ways to get more comfortable around people, and setting … Read more
Are you looking to improve your workplace skills? First of all, I commend you. Professional development benefits you greatly. It strengthens your confidence and job performance. Also, it can lead to career advancement or salary increases. Above all, it makes you better at your job, which leads to greater personal satisfaction. So if you’re searching … Read more
Do you always have a decent conversation with your child, or do you receive that one-word answer or that nasty grunt as a response? This can be utterly frustrating, especially for a parent who is looking to engage and connect with their kids. However, it all boils down to the type of conversation starters you use to … Read more
Opportunities to improve communication exist, from learning to be a better listener to being assertive in your communication. But understanding the key elements of communication is sure to help you improve communication skills. Plus, you’ll be able to see a greater impact on your relationships, than simply brushing up on those skills alone. What happens … Read more
Have you ever met someone with the gift of gab? They know how to say all the right things and have a charisma about them, as if they’ve never met a stranger. Furthermore, they appear to know how to keep a conversation going and avoid awkward silences. Not everyone is built that way naturally, but we … Read more
Are you looking for ways to improve your interpersonal skills? Interpersonal skills are a set of people skills that include communication, listening, conflict resolution, and even empathy. So it’s no surprise that they are essential for building healthy personal and professional relationships. Whether you want to work these so-called “soft skills” for personal or career … Read more
We would all agree that communication is key in any relationship… whether in a marriage, dating relationship or with our children and other family members. In addition, communication is essential on the job. We need to be open and honest with our bosses, co-workers and employees. Same goes for our neighbors and friends. Our doctors, religious … Read more
Nobody enjoys being criticized. Even when it’s meant to be what people call, “constructive criticism”, being told you need to improve upon something can sting… especially when you didn’t see it coming. Whether it’s school-related, in the workplace or your personal life… preparing yourself for how to handle criticism well is crucial when it comes … Read more
How important are interpersonal communication skills today? Quick answer: very important. The world needs more people who are attuned with others. Furthermore, people with good communication skills tend to achieve success in all areas of their lives. For example, many employers base their decision to hire someone on his or her ability to focus on … Read more