“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
“Leading the Witness. Know the difference! Using questions to manipulate, coerce, or lead people in directions which are not in their best… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Not everyone is going to like us or understand us. And that is okay. It may have nothing to do with us… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Top sales professionals will confirm that nurturing their “sphere of influence” is essential to their success. When trust and rapport are well… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Encourage others to talk about themselves by asking questions and listening with genuine interest. Demonstrating such mutual respect will make you all… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Choose the Happy Side of Life. Seek ways to bring humor, laughter, and joy to work. It will not only make work… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“To call certain people, such as your boss, teachers, professors, doctors, your parent’s friends, etc. by their first names might be considered… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Are you the one who strives to brighten other people’s days or are you the one waiting for others to do that… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Expand Your Repertoire . . . Professional humorists and comedians, like Jeanie Robertson, maintain joke files filled with assorted topics, anecdotes, and… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“11 Tips for Building Rapport 1. Adapt to the other person’s energy level. 2. Assume rapport. 3. Be open and friendly. 4.… — 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
“In our high-tech world today, there are unlimited ways with which you can search for people, places, and events to connect you… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Finding the right time is like discovering a social portal which opens a gate for others to receive your message and "get… — 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
“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
“Too often when people hand us their cards, we quickly slip them into our pockets or purses without giving notice to what… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Is it better to be interested or interesting? Good question. People will be more interested in you when you first demonstrate that… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“The fact that someone is different from you does not make them wrong—it just makes them different. Why would we ever want… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Trust and rapport are essential for moving a positive first impression forward to create a meaningful and lasting connection. They are the… — 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
“Variety is the Spice of Life. Voices come in all shapes, tones, and sizes. Some are compelling and effective, while others are… — 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
“Rather than using these pages for a boring English lesson, I will simply encourage you to become keenly aware and pay close… — 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
“The truth may be true, but a discreet person understands that speaking the truth isn’t always helpful. It can also be hurtful… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Think of the times that others remembered your name and used it kindly. How did it make you feel? When you use… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Communicating on the surface can be easy. But when you want to dig deeper and connect with more profound impact, you’ll need… — 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
“Active Listening. Practice this skill. You enhance communication; this confirms that the message another conveys is well received and thoroughly understood. You… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“The list below begins to illustrate how different personalities can be assigned to different vocal qualities . . . • Warm •… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Many salespeople make the mistake of talking about how great they are and what they bring to the table. If they would… — 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
“Open-ended questions open doors for new discoveries and opportunities. They encourage others to speak their truths, share their experiences, and express their… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“By becoming aware of the differences and developing an understanding of each person’s uniqueness, you will improve your interactions to make more… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Use Names. Calling a person by name makes him/her feel recognized, appreciated, and special. It shows respect and that you are genuinely… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“As if these diverse characteristics weren’t enough, bring them all into a social context where we must work, live, love, and engage… — 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
“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
“To remember people’s names, wash, rinse, repeat—Repeat a person’s name upon introduction, throughout the conversation, and as you bid farewell. Try it… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Sometimes you want to go where everybody knows your name, and they're always glad you came. You wanna be where you can… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
