As you build your public speaking prowess, people will come to take for granted how much time, effort, and preparation goes into your presentations. They’ll assume that you’re constantly ready to wow an audience at the drop of a hat, and are likely to call on you to do so. All of a sudden, you’re…
Category: Communication Skills
Breakthrough to Become Your Very Best this Spring
At Dale Carnegie Training of Colorado, we are passionate about helping individuals reach their ultimate personal and professional potential! Spring has finally arrived and while everything will soon be abloom, how about you? Now is an ideal time to self-reflect and consider where you want to grow and go this year. If you’re hoping to…
Every Day Should Be National Employee Appreciation Day
Each first Friday in March is Employee Appreciation Day. While not all companies observe it, some reserve it as an official day on which to honor and celebrate their employees. Whether on the official day or any other, here are four reasons to show employees appreciation. Appreciation matters as much as money to some employees. Dale…
Three Responses Worth Adopting to Show You’re Actively Listening
When it comes to listening, most people are only proficient at half of Merriam-Webster’s definition which is, “to hear what someone has said and understand that it is serious, important, or true.” I know my colleagues and family members can hear me, however I often discover that they weren’t really listening after the conversation has…