3 Steps to Actively Listen to Increase Your Influence

3 Steps to Actively Listen to Increase Your Influence   Drop me a note to share the action steps you will commit to this month to make sure you’re NOT just listening but ACTIVELY listening.  Tag me on my Facebook page. If you missed one of Stacey’s previous blogs...

’Tis the Season to Be Kind!

What has happened to saying “thank you” when someone holds the door for you? What has happened to respecting others’ time by showing up on time, coming prepared or showing up at all? What has happened to being kind, respectful and willing to go the extra step to help...

You May Not Be as Influential as You Think You Are If…

Your listeners are active on their electronic devices while you are talking. Do you find yourself competing with technical gadgets? When you and your message are not interesting or when you’re not directly connecting with your audience, you in effect give your...

Virtual Excuses -5 Surefire Ways to Increase Your Influence

The No. 1 challenge our participants share during virtual conversations is thinking, “I don’t know if my listeners are with me or checking their emails.” There are steps you can take today to increase interaction and your influence during all virtual conversations. 1....

The Opposite of Influence – Unbecoming Conduct

Have you ever questioned your behavior or exited a meeting questioning why you came on too strong? Did you wish you could take back what you said?  Even worse, you realize that your behavior left your listeners questioning you, your message and their trust in you....