“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
“Seek to make others feel comfortable by demonstrating respect for their individual needs as well as their cultural norms. Your consideration and… — 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
“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
“Palm Reading 101 • Palm Up— Conveys openness, service, humility, and sympathy. • Palm Down—Demonstrates authority, superiority, and control. • Palm Vertical—Shows… — 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
“When you are sitting behind a desk with a person on the other side, there is a barrier between you that becomes… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“As you navigate the various zones with people, a variety of specific physical and psychological responses is elicited from them. Until you… — 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
“Eye Contact. Direct eye contact is one of the best compliments you can give to another. You are subliminally telling them that… — 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
“ASK YOURSELF: Do you appear self-confident or unsure? Do you project a calm demeanor or scream instability? Do you come across as… — 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
“I attended a symposium to hear Shilagh Mirgain, Ph.D. speak on Mindful Leadership. Throughout her program, I made sure to make eye… — 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
“Social orientation can be used to your advantage to make a great first impression; however, it can also backfire when we violate… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“See Your Expressions Through the Eyes of Others. Take the initiative to stand in front of a mirror and practice a wide… — 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
“Proxemics is the study of human use of space and the effects that population density has on behavior, social interaction, and communication.… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Every professional voice coach worth their salt will bring you back to the importance of tone, pace, and pitch. While these concepts… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
