“To cultivate bravery and courage, change your attitude toward failure. Many successful people will tell you that if you aren’t failing, you… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“To Move from Woe to Wow with an Unhappy Customer. . . Thank the Customer! • Thank them for bringing his or… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“This method enabled me to expand my territory and create a strong network of loyal customers for referrals and repeat business. Make… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“It is no mystery why nice people are well-liked and get along harmoniously with others. Being nice makes people feel emotionally safe,… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“As you read in The Art of Being, having a heart of service and generosity is a powerful state of being and… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“To cultivate bravery and courage, interview brave people and learn their secrets. Whom do you know that displays courage and confidence? Ask… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Navigating relationships within our own culture can be challenging enough. When diverse cultures are involved, however, a huge potential for misunderstanding, disrespect,… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“When you are "off somewhere else" people notice. Have you found yourself in conversations in which you’re so concerned about what you… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Take the initiative with deliberate steps to be a polite person: 1. Say please when you are making a request or asking… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Mix • Be situationally aware and pay attention to the people in the room. • Introduce guests or help strike up a… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“The actor, writer, and director Woody Allen once said, “80% of success is just showing up!” You Can Show Up By .… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Just Show Up. Guess what? Being in the right place at the right time can’t happen without your first showing up. Companies… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“To Polish the Gold & Help Others Shine . . . Focus on the Positives: Focusing on the positives will get you… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“As our society has become more casual, the line between a person’s personal life and professional life has become blurred, especially with… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Extend Invitations "How many times have you sat at home alone feeling jealous or sad that you were not invited to a… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“What is the motive behind your services? If it is self-centered, self-serving, and lacking consideration for others, then earning people’s trust, rapport,… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Conversation starters. Icebreakers. Openers. However you choose to label them, that moment when the first words come out of your mouth can… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“The elegance of etiquette is a timeless expression of class which transcends social status, demographics, educational level, and ethnicity. Good manners say… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Fear is the number one reason why people do not take action. The divine irony is that most of the fears we… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Decide today to take a stand, make a plan, and get. No one ever said it was going to be easy and… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Active listening is the ultimate "Golden Rule" for sensational customer service. Just as the important people in your life will feel more… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Prepare yourself well by learning how to be more mindful in each interaction. The effort you put forth to gain insight will… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“And as is often the case, the people who would benefit the most from reading a book like this are the ones… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“BE HERE NOW Do you feel fully present and engaged in the way you live your life? Do you immerse yourself in… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Think about the people in your life with whom you have the most engaging dialogue—the ones who will listen to you and… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Heed Your Speed. Are you a fast or a slow talker? Be mindful towards the person with whom you are speaking to… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Have you ever paid notice to the full sound range of your voice? If you have ever been in a chorus or… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Take the Initiative. Be proactive. If you want to rock your relationship results, it is going to take action, effort, initiative, and… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Mindfulness is a quiet strength and deeply rooted value which many other cultures understand and often practice better than we do. It… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“A man worth his salt will treat a lady like a lady and make the effort to be a gentleman. While independent… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“What is easy for one person may be terrifying for another. Not all people have developed an unshakable confidence to kick butt… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Being Present Years ago, I attended a conference where the keynote speaker encouraged everyone to BE HERE NOW! It grabbed people's attention… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Graciously Accepting a Compliment. How many times have you offered someone a sincere compliment only to have it thrown back in your… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Our cultural lens is so much a part of us that we are not even aware of how obvious it is to… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“To cultivate bravery and courage, Do It Scared. Being scared is a precursor to bravery, otherwise, it wouldn’t be bravery, would it?… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“On a recent business trip, I reunited with a friend I had not seen in twenty years. After having a lovely lunch… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“4 Steps for Understanding Each Other 1. Identify your beliefs and core values; ask how they determine your behaviors and habits. 2.… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“To cultivate bravery and courage, build upon your strengths and talents. What are you good at? What makes you feel confident and… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“To cultivate bravery and courage, borrow courage. There is inspiration all around you in the form of people who are living your… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Where my previous motivation had been a self-serving ambition, my new service mindset was dedicated to serving a vision greater than myself.… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
