Whether you’re talking with prospective clients, a new business partner, or your coworkers, business conversations are full of potential. If we have strong communication and conversational skills, we can harness that potential and maximize the interactions. On the other hand, subpar conversations can lead to countless missed opportunities. If you want to bring the value…
What makes some people great networkers while others seem to struggle? They may be going to the same events, even meeting the same people, but one gets more positive results than the other. Often, the difference isn’t so much in what they’re doing but in what they’re thinking. Our mindsets about networking can significantly impact…
This week, I wanted to dive into an often-overlooked area of communication. When we talk about communication skills, we tend to focus on what we say and how we say it. We think about things like clarity, tone, and brevity. These things are absolutely important, but if we don’t balance them with other important aspects,…
We’ve been focusing on time-management and productivity strategies in this blog for a while now, and this week, we want to shift gears a bit to an equally important subject area — communication skills. Going forward, we’ll be sharing thoughts on all things communication, and this week, we wanted to dive into why these skills…
Social media and digital marketing are undeniably essential for any business to thrive and compete. It has truly become the fastest form of advertising; everything is constantly being updated and changed. As a social media manager, no matter the time of the day or week, there is always more that can be accomplished. Social media moves…
When striving towards ambitious goals, time management is a key part of your strategy. Especially when it comes to long-term goals, staying in control of your time is essential. With countless distractions, work pressures, and other priorities, it’s too easy to let a goal fall by the wayside. We may procrastinate, hoping to get to…
If you’re striving to increase productivity, it’s worth looking at the challenge from all angles. Today, I want to explore the skills that support our time-management efforts. Our skills don’t exist in a vacuum. While time management is a skill in itself, there are several other skills professionals can develop to support it. Looking at…
For many professionals, the summer can feel a lot like that afternoon slump when the caffeine wears off and productivity drains. The beautiful weather (or sweltering heat) can make it difficult to maintain focus and keep efficiency high. Several months of this can start to take a real toll on our work. Whether summer is…
The quest to be more productive at work doesn’t start and end with the workday. To make significant changes in productivity, we often need to make lifestyle adjustments as well. One of the most powerful ways to give your productivity a boost is to look at your mornings and evenings. I talked about some great…
You’ve likely heard of the circadian rhythm that influences our sleep and wake cycles, but the ultradian rhythm hasn’t gotten the same level of attention. Recent research into this bodily cycle has found it has powerful implications for productivity. If you’re striving to improve your efficiency, it’s wise to take a look at the things…