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Why is Public Speaking More Feared than Death?
Speaking in public is still one of man’s (and women’s) greatest fears. Surveys even suggest it is feared more than death. Comedienne, Seinfeld has a line which stresses this and the fact that if these statistics are correct, most people would rather be in the coffin...
The #1 Reason Why You Aren’t Making Sales
So, do you know the #1 reason you aren't making sales? Chances are you there are times when you have felt anxious about persuading prospects to become customers. Am I right? You might be afraid of coming off too pushy. Maybe you’re concerned that you won’t be able to...
Learn Why Telling Stories Can Make You Wealthy
There is no doubt about it. Knowing how to tell a story well can make you wealthy. The world's top speakers know the power of storytelling. They have observed how compelling a well-constructed narrative can be to connect with their audiences. Stories are best...
Life Tip #2 – Why You Should Celebrate Your Life
I’ve plenty to celebrate in my life. My husband likes to spend time alone in his shed. My son’s don’t bother me for money…well not that often anyway. My grandchildren are annoying to their parents just enough to feel validated for the grief they caused us. 🙂 I don’t...
How to Write Achievable Goals in 6 Steps
Setting goals provides direction and gives you a destination to work towards ensuring a clear focus to avoid distractions that may lead you away from the objectives you want to achieve. The skill is though, to know how to write your goals in a way they are achievable...
What is Procrastination Costing You?
You will be pleased to know everyone procrastinates. But what exactly is procrastination costing you and your business? A 2012 report noted 'Procrastination is the most expensive invisible cost in business today. The study of 10,000...
Business Tip #6 – Dare To Dream!
Have you given yourself permission to dream? So many people fail to give themselves the go-ahead to dream in case they fail. One of the most powerful gifts you can give yourself is the opportunity to dream of what could be. A dream isn’t the same as a goal. When...
Business Tip #1 – Why Setting Goals Will Strengthen Your Confidence Muscle
Three questions for you… What do you want to have achieved by the end of 2018? How will that change your life for the better? How will it make you feel when you achieve this goal? Goal setting is all about moving you to a more preferred position. It needs conscious...
Business Tip #5 – The Top 5 Reasons Procrastinating is Jeopardising Your Business
The statistics are telling. According to researchers, procrastination has quadrupled over the past 30 years. An investigation has found that 40% of people have experienced financial loss due to procrastination. Ouch! The definition of procrastination is the practice...
Life Tip #1 – Three Habits To Be Happy For No Reason
Are you guilty of waiting to be happy instead of realising you can be happy…right here…right now? Do you ever think, I’ll be happy when the weather gets warmer? Or, you will be happy when you retire or you win the lotto? Always wishing for something to change in your...
Presenting Tip #2 – How to Tell a Story When Speaking
I want to know about you. I do. And so does your audience. Oh no…I can hear you cringing from here. If you are a professional speaker or you want to become a speaker, it is vital you know how to share your story. When you speak in public, a narrative is a...
Sales Tip #15 – Is Cold-Calling a Thing of the Past in Your Market?
For most of my clients, the thought of cold-calling makes them want to run for the hills. And, they do everything else to ensure they are “too busy” to cold-call. Recognise the scenario? Don’t be concerned as you aren’t alone. Cold-calling can be...
Presenting Tip #1 – The 3 Things that are a Must in a Every Presentation
One of the downsides to being a speaker’s coach is that I’ve had to train myself to just sit back and enjoy what a speaker is saying rather than analysing their presentation. A tough ask but I’m working on it. I used to be the same watching netball games. Having...
Sales Tip #14 – Who Said Business Success was as Simple Just Thinking Differently?
Tony Robbins was spot on (as he is most of the time) when he proclaimed. “Beliefs have the power to create and the power to destroy.” I work with people every day who are being held back from the star I see in them because of their unsupported beliefs. And...
Presenting Tip #9 – Practice Won’t Make You Perfect.
Practice makes perfect. Well, that is what we are constantly told isn’t it? But is it correct? This idea was probably best publicised as Malcolm Gladwell’s “10,000-hour rule”, which says that it takes 10,000 hours of practice to become an expert at any...
SAYING YES TO NEW EXPERIENCES WILL EXPAND YOUR OPPORTUNITIES
Saying yes to new experiences will expand your opportunities. Read this blog contribution to SMALLVILLE - Business Owners Who Think Big
Sales Tip #13 – Four simple Techniques to Create the Perfect Pitch
You either love it or you hate it. What is the first thought that goes through your mind when you are asked to stand and provide a one minute pitch about who you are and what you do? Excitement or dread? As my clients are mostly micro & small business owners, I...
Why You Shouldn’t Fear The Pulpit More Than The Casket
Can you relate to this? You have been asked to present your ideas to the entire staff at your workplace and instead of feeling joy at the prospect, you want to run for the hills. Or, you receive a promotion which now involves running regular staff training but even...
Why You Should Dream Big?
Have you given yourself permission to dream? So many people fail to give themselves the go-ahead to dream in case they fail. One of the most powerful gifts you can give yourself is the opportunity to dream of what could be. A dream isn’t the same as a goal. When you...
Why procrastinating is okay until it affects your bottom line?
The statistics are telling. According to researchers, procrastination has quadrupled over the past 30 years. Investigations have found that 40% of people have experienced financial loss due to procrastination. Ouch! The definition of procrastination is the practice...
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