“I just want to speak to a real human!” Customers dread that long moment of silence as a distant representative tries to solve their problems while they wait. A little small talk may go a long way to building bridges…
“I just want to speak to a real human!” Customers dread that long moment of silence as a distant representative tries to solve their problems while they wait. A little small talk may go a long way to building bridges…
Networking can be challenging at the best of times, especially when it comes to networking with senior executives. It’s quite natural to feel a bit apprehensive about approaching senior executives at your company and trying to forge relationships with them.…
As the old saying goes, “More hands are better than one.” Teamwork has become a buzzword in the workplace, and for good reason. Collaboration, more often than not, yields far better results than solo work. Team members have different strengths…
Everyone has a job to do in your office, but sometimes you find it difficult with a coworker always asking for help. They can distract you, add stress to your day and leave you feeling uncooperative when you are busy. You…
In the workplace, it’s important to be polite and use proper language. One phrase I have always found confusing is “Yes will do.” This phrase can have multiple meanings, such as “I agree to do this” or “I will do…
Everyone understands the importance of maintaining a good relationship with your boss at work. Sometimes if you’ve been working for your boss for a long time or something happens at work, you might think “My boss has changed towards me”…
There is so much more to succeeding in business than just being good at what you do. The key to success in your career is learning how to build strategic relationships. The relationships you form throughout your career will be…
Are you a shy person? If so, you’re not alone. According to Psych Central, more than 40 percent of people deal with a certain level of shyness. The level of their shyness varies from a slight lack of public comfortability…
If you’ve ever been in the position of dealing with a difficult boss, you are not alone. Employee surveys show that more than 75 percent of employees say they have a bad boss. And 50 percent of employees with problem…
Have you ever thought, “I feel like I make everyone feel awkward?” Here are five reasons behind social awkwardness (there are many more!) Don’t worry, you’ll get some tips on how to make people feel more comfortable. If you feel…