“Communication is the soul of all relationships. More than any other skill, it is the heartbeat of success in sales, marketing, marriage,… — Susan C.Young Copy Share Image
“ASK YOURSELF: Have you found that being nice to some people is simply not effective? When might it be wise to throw… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Service Beyond Self. Value others; have a heart of service and generosity. Rise above self-interest. Ask what you can do for others,… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Becoming more socially aware involves greater understanding of the dynamics of social interactions to assure you achieve harmonious outcomes.” — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Active listening is key to all healthy and effective communication, however, it doesn't necessarily come easily.” — 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
“Polish the Gold. Be an optimist; look for the best in others, the best in situations, and focus on what is working… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Developing your eloquence and enunciation will reduce the likelihood of misinterpretation and misunderstanding, making your delivery more powerful.” — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“To cultivate bravery and courage, try something new for the first time. Take a chance. Stretch beyond your familiar limits by taking… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“To cultivate bravery and courage, start small. Taking small, consistent steps for calculated risks will help you test your footing. Once you… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“How do you know when to advance the conversation or when there's something still unresolved? When you are situationally aware, you watch… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“The process of attentive listening makes the other person feel important, valued, and heard. For Nick, listening was, and still is, love.… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Polishing the gold in others is easy to do and a valuable habit to develop to transform your relationship results. People will… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“To Polish the Gold & Help Others Shine . . . Acknowledge their achievements: Great achievements require great effort and usually come… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“To Polish the Gold & Help Others Shine . . . take the time to mine the gold. Actively seek the goodness… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“How a person treats wait staff speaks volumes about their character and values. If they misbehave in this scenario, you can likely… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“What are the key elements for a fabulous, well-delivered compliment? You . . . • are sincere and genuine. • give it… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“You can have the perfect message, but it may fall on deaf ears when the listener is not prepared or open to… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“To Move from Woe to Wow . . . Listen Attentively • Be fully present and give your customer your full attention.… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“I was once hired by an organization to deliver a workshop on networking. The goal was to provide their engineers with tools… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Through the years, I have heard that the average person speaks at about 150-160 words per minute, but can listen at a… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Some people not only burn their bridges, but they also torch the town! With all their deeds of drama and destruction, they… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“14 Awesome Conversation Starters 1. What do you do for fun? Hobbies, recreation . . . 2. What are your super powers?… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Mingle • Be the connector—introduce people to each other who may not otherwise connect. • Be a conversation fire starter; point out… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“When you enter a room, a social situation, or a business meeting, be mindful of cues; read between the lines to better… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Manners Matter. Courteous behavior is the hallmark of healthy relations and human interaction. Manners ensure you will be more respected, admired, and… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“All manners are not created equal and can conjure different interpretations based on the environment in which they are being displayed.” — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“With your mind alert and your eyes wide open, you will be better able to assess your space and your place for… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Listening actively confirms for people that you are positively receiving and thoroughly understanding the message they are conveying.” — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“This deliberate focus and sensitivity allow you to "put yourself in another person’s shoes and walk around a while" to better understand… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Mindfulness means paying attention to what is happening at this very moment and being keenly aware of your surroundings and the people… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“ASK YOURSELF: Are you presenting yourself in the best of all lights, online and off, and demonstrating the dignity of good manners?… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Initiative is The Start of All Good Things. Your ship will never come in if you don’t send any out. Have you… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“ASK YOURSELF: Do you remember a gracious hostess, an engaging guest, or someone who worked the room like a honey bee in… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Does your tone match your intention? Is your tone of voice confusing or clarifying? Are you coming across to others as you… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Listening is one of the finest ways to demonstrate our love for another human being. How many marriages could be saved, friendships… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Being Nice Has Its Limitations. While you will certainly attract more bees with honey, there are times when being nice can backfire.… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“To cultivate bravery and courage, get involved in a cause you are passionate about. Serving a vision bigger than yourself changes your… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“The space between meeting a stranger and making a new friend can be a short distance or a gaping chasm. By understanding… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“To make matters even more complicated, research has shown that we remember only 25-50 percent of what we hear. This inclination not… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image