Category Archives: communication

Count to 2 Before You Speak

Do you remember being told to count to 10 before you lose your temper with someone else? The idea being, that if you think before you speak, then you are less likely to say something you’ll regret at a later … Continue reading

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10 Ways to have a better conversation

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How to Live Longer

I have found the answer to eternal life. Well maybe not eternal, but certainly a long one. But first let me ask you; don’t you just hate it when people say ‘What’s wrong with you today, you don’t look very … Continue reading

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One Tip on How to Get Your Message Across

People will respond more to your feelings than to what you actually say Continue reading

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Did Jose Get the Balance Right

Don’t know if you’re a soccer fan or not, but it was hard to miss the news that  Jose Mourinho lost his job as Chelsea Football Club manager last week. This was just seven months after he led them to … Continue reading

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There Is No Try

People would rather know where they stand than hear the wishy-washy word. Continue reading

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How to get more sales using the motivational five factors of success

For many years I’ve been fascinated by what makes people successful in their life, whatever it is they do for a living. I’ve read biographies, watched people being interviewed on television, studied newspaper and magazine profiles and spoken to many … Continue reading

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Are you intelligent?

I am always intrigued by people who are described as ‘intelligent.’ What does this mean and why is it so valued. That’s why I was so interested in the studies of Howard Gardener, a psychologist at Harvard University. Gardner’s Theory … Continue reading

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The Truth about Body Image and Your Motivation

You may have a lot more to offer than a jar of anti wrinkle cream or a packet of cornflakes; however no one is going to pick you off the shelf if they don’t like your packaging. Continue reading

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How to Make Sales When You Don’t Like Selling

If you are a business owner, a sole trader, an established salesperson, or new to sales; then you need to find new clients and customers. This will show you how. Continue reading

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