Without saying so much as a single word, we tell the world all about us. Constantly. This is why body language is so important, in everything you do. Intimidated? There’s no need to be. Thankfully, body language is relatively simple to master, once you know four essential things: Posture We slouch. A lot. Most people … Read more
You have something important to say, but you’re worried. You’ve given presentations before, and even talked about this passion in smaller group settings, but you’ve had mixed results. Sometimes people really seem to ‘get’ you, but others don’t seem to get the right message. The problem very likely lies in your body language. Depending on … Read more
You thought everything was fine at work. Now you’re caught up in a workplace drama and have no idea how you got there. What do you do when you’ve been saying all the right things to the right people and are still up a tree? Chances are, while the words were great when talking to … Read more
Not sure your message is getting across? It might be because you’re sending mixed signals. By paying attention to your body language, you can be sure you’re always saying exactly what you intend, both verbally or non-verbally. Follow these quick tips to make sure your body language is congruent with your message: Know What You’re … Read more
Not all of us feel confident in social situations. In fact, recent polls show 2 out of 3 people have experienced some kind of social anxiety. Unfortunately, the world is full of social situations, in every aspect of your work and personal life. While you can’t always change your need to engage with the people … Read more
At one point or another, you’ve probably come across the classic interview question, “What’s your greatest weakness?” If your first inclination is to say that you don’t have any, that’s mistake #1. Mistake #2 is responding with only one weakness. Sure, you want to put your best foot forward in an interview, but admitting to … Read more
Everyone has weaknesses. We’re born with them. We grow with them. We lose them, develop them, and lose them all over again. It’s part of the growing experience. So, if you’re trying to pass off your life as one with no weaknesses, you may be having a tough time. It takes time to get to … Read more
If you’re tired of viewing yourself as weak, there’s one cold, hard fact you must acknowledge. Without change and introspection, you’ll never be able to overcome that. It’s about time you disrupt that notion. You are not weak. You can amount to more than this. It starts with these eight steps. 1. Embrace Change Sometimes, … Read more
Regret and the emotions that come along with it can eat you alive if you let them. Furthermore, regret can cause you to treat others and allow others to treat you in a way that you wouldn’t otherwise allow. This is no way to live. Regret can seem all-consuming and something you will live with … Read more
Weak is defined as liable to break or give way under pressure, easily damaged. In the context of your psyche, your attitude, and your ethos, weak is not a good thing. In most regards, “weak” is not a good thing. That’s not to say that you shouldn’t have any weaknesses at all. Weaknesses are normal; … Read more