“Think of fun ways you can connect with your business or social circles. When you’re with your tribe—or like-minded people—they’ll laugh and… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“For leaders, trust can make all the difference in the viability of their teams. When there is mistrust or low connectivity, teams… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Trust and rapport are listed in that order because without first building trust, healthy rapport is not possible.” — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“The Truth Can Hurt . . . “Honesty is one of your most valuable virtues, however, when used without discretion, it can reap unfavorable repercussions.” — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“When a leader nurtures an environment of trust, respect, and honesty—business soars, creativity and problem-solving are inspired, and collaboration enables people get… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Rapport allows you to create a friendly compatibility and easy companionship which feels comfortable and enjoyable.” — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Be a Discovery Expert. Be inquisitive. A wonderful way to get to know someone is simply by asking questions. The more you… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Discretion & Good Judgment . . . The flagrant lack of decorum, reckless behavior, and poor judgment exhibited in our world today… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Humor lightens our spirits, comforts us through the challenge, brings people together, and helps us to remember the positive sides of life.… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“How's your humor? What can you do to have more humorous lines to use in the right place at the right time?… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Follow your heart, but take your brain with you!" After buying an armload of funny books filled with clean jokes, one-liners, and… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Sometimes we break people's trust accidentally. An infraction such as not returning a phone call, missing a deadline, being late for an… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Humor can heal the heart, instill hope, bring people together, and remind them that life isn’t meant to be so doggone serious.… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“I’ve Got to Trust You to Like You People want to do business with people whom they like and trust. If anything… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“These special people are genuinely warm, sincerely kind, and put people at ease with their inviting nature and light-hearted conversation. They are… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“A discreet person . . . • is strong, yet humble; • expresses genuine concern and interest; • exercises caution to avoid… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“The irony is that their enthusiasm for personal revelation can backfire badly and have the opposite effect. People become their own worst… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Use Discretion & Good Judgment. Don't share your most embarrassing moments with public exposure. Doing what is right is not always easy… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“People consider trust differently. Some approach a new relationship with a degree of skepticism and want the other person to earn their… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Let Sleeping Dogs Lie When I hear someone expressing an adamant opinion which is diametrically opposed to my own, I have a… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“When trust is broken, foundational cracks occur which weaken the entire relationship. As with concrete, no amount of filling and patching you… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Trust and rapport are the connective tissue for gaining and maintaining healthy relationships. They provide people with the comfort and reassurance that… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“The best safeguards you have are to live with dignity, love, and self-respect, and to make choices you can be proud of… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Going with Your Gut Your natural instincts are a great barometer for a person’s trustworthiness. Listen to your gut when something feels… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Know your audience! With the high level of cultural sensitivity these days, it is often better to err on the side of… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“People love to be happy, enjoy a hearty laugh, and simply have fun. When you’re happy, everything feels right in the world… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Commonality & Camaraderie. By identifying, developing, and connecting powerful points of reference to others, you will have a rich resource of information… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“What are those behaviors that make us take pause to think twice about a person’s trustworthiness? Guarded body language, lack of eye… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“The dictionary defines discretion as the quality of showing discernment, the ability to make responsible decisions, and behaving or speaking in such… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Oversharing Why do some people feel the need to share their deepest, darkest secrets with complete strangers or on social media? How… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Usually this kind of self-serving “honesty” will sabotage your success. If you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all. Realize… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Clown Around . . . Nancy Weil of The Laugh Academy gives people she meets red clown noses and shows them how… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Even if you’re not broadcasting your personal life to the universe through social media, choose your confidants wisely and with discretion. Your… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“As you rock rapport, you will open doors, earn loyalty, establish long-term relationships, and promote mutually respectful interaction. How can you break… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Having a sense of humor can be one of your greatest assets and equip you with an undeniable "attractor factor." The benefits… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Wise leaders know that being personable ad friendly is the highly-prized personality for employees who are meeting, greeting, and engaging on the… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“So, what if you are not naturally funny? Don’t get discouraged. Do your research, gather ideas, and find your fun. Seek ways… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
