“Do you really want people to like you for something that you’re not? It takes a lot of energy to pretend to… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Trying to engage with an unapproachable person can lead to embarrassment, alienation, and resistance. Why would we set ourselves up for that… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“When you want something badly enough, it does not matter whether it is going to be easy. The passion will push you… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“As with art, first impressions are not rigid or carved in stone. Rather they are agile and adaptable, depending on the inspiration,… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Wouldn’t you like to arrive to any event or situation with a sense of confidence and ease that things are as they… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Passionate people are great about discovering what lights their fire and going for it. They might be encouraged by others who share… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Social synchronicity will help you stay open-minded regarding coincidence and serendipity. It is worth considering whether people are showing up in your… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Since non-verbal signals have five times the impact of verbal signals, paying attention to the image you are projecting is crucial to… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“As with most things in life, a healthy balance will keep us on the right path. To avoid too much eye contact… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“It can be a mean world; sadly, there is no shortage of rude people. Throughout my travels, I pleasantly discovered that if… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“A simple handshake is not always a simple handshake. The way it is delivered can take on a million meanings and interpretations.… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Growing up with well-educated parents and an older sister with her Master’s Degree in English Language and Literature, I was left with… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“The directive we have so often heard, “Change your thoughts, change your life,” is indeed based on the power of words. The… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Whoever came up with the idea that "nice guys finish last" must have been either very jaded or downright malicious. Why would… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Fine-tune your rebounding and resiliency skills. Teach yourself different ways to stay mentally in the moment by projecting a friendly and positive… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
We can help educate the individuals who are doing the things they shouldn't be doing in my opinion by understanding that there… — John Assaraf Copy Share Image
“Gracious pride is a powerful motivator and an exceptional quality. It drives a person to strive for excellence, keep promises, not give… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Be and Do what it takes to Have superb results. Nurture a mindset that works for you, rather than against you. Your… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“To remember people’s names, “Write it Down! —Whether you write their name down on the back of a card, a receipt, a… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Active listening is not only a matter of making yourself available to hear someone talk, but it is showing the sender, physically,… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“If you can establish yourself in the community as a giver, those people with whom you associate yourself will extend your branding… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
To succeed, you will soon learn, as I did, the importance of a solid foundation in the basics of education - literacy,… — Alan Greenspan Copy Share Image
“Be aware, putting on a poker face can backfire during your first impressions because it can make people uncomfortable and make you… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Your first impressions will often occur within a limited window of opportunity—and if you blow it— the opportunity may be lost forever.” — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“When you are genuinely interested, your authenticity reveals itself in your body language, attitude, facial gestures, eye contact, and overall responsiveness.” — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
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“Understanding a wide range of personalities will help improve your communication, connection, and engagement not only at work, but in your relationships… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“It can't be taught to all, but people who deliver exceptional work, merely by relaying their passion through what they say and… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Dignity is a quiet strength which reflects your deep honor and self-respect. It is a gracious pride without narcissistic projection and portrays… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“When a person is focused completely on self it is nearly impossible to be mindful of others at the same time. That… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Positive impressions have staying power, so make them great. You can transform your connections and your relationship results!” — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Do you ever sit back and wonder how and why other people are so successful, productive, or accomplished? What is the driver… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Effective communication requires an elevated level of self-awareness, and desire to understand and appreciate one another.” — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Being prepared not only reduces our stress level and keeps us from looking stupid, but it builds the confidence that other people… — 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
“Become a thought leader by taking an idea, belief, or process and turning it inside-out and upside-down. Bust beyond the box and… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“To remember people’s names, introduce a “Just-Met” to someone else—Introduce your newfound acquaintance or friend to someone else. As you share her… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“When you begin conversations with confidence and listen attentively, you will become more flexible and adaptable in most any situation.” — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
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