“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
“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
“I disagree with the adage, “The road to hell is paved with good intentions.” Good intentions are powerful mindsets which will drive… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Although it may serve you well, any strength or skill which is overused can become a limitation when it forces you to… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“To cultivate bravery and courage, may the Force be with you. Whether you fortify yourself with a positive mental attitude, affirmations, faith… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“When you are fully present and engaged in your workplace, you will demonstrate that you care about the success of your organization,… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Communicating negatively (gossiping, bragging, bullying, and criticizing) can be disastrous to your reputation, cause you to lose the respect of others, and… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“When my son Nick was five years old, he was sitting at the kitchen bar while I prepared dinner. In typical busy… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Be the "Liker" “If you want to be liked, BE THE LIKER!” This was some of the best advice my enlightened mother… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“I love acronyms, don’t you? They are quick and easy tools for remembering important lessons that are too good to forget. The… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“At a Chamber of Commerce networking breakfast, two of my friends and I were standing in a circle talking. A stranger approached,… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“17 Ways to Just Be Nice “No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.” ―Aesop 1. Be sincere. 2.… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“For more than forty years, Judith Martin has inspired the world with advice on etiquette excellence, proper behavior, and codes of conduct… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“I remember hearing years ago about a centenarian being interviewed on her birthday. She was asked, “Throughout your life, you have witnessed… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Why is this disengagement epidemic becoming the new norm? A few reasons I have witnessed in speaking with companies across the country… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Stepping out and stepping up can be an intimidating experience, especially in social situations where the outcomes are unpredictable and uncertain. Have… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“To Polish the Gold & Help Others Shine . . . Be complimentary: Find something positive to say to compliment another person.… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Whether your awareness is focused on your own emotions and perceptions or directed toward the preferences, needs, and feelings of others, being… — 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
“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
“Mix, Mingle, Glow. Stretch beyond your own comfort zone to speak with, sit with, and start conversations with people whom you do… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“To Move from Woe to Wow with an Unhappy Customer. . . Solve the Problem! • Take action quickly and effectively. •… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Introduce Yourself. Being confident and outgoing will empower you to approach new people who might be reluctant to take the first step.… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“To gain greater understanding, clarity, and awareness, you must become aware of your values and beliefs. Think of a triangle or an… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Polishing the gold in others will not only make them feel better about themselves, but it will also elevate you in their… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“To cultivate bravery and courage, practice, practice, practice. Each time you test your bravery you grow your self-assurance and increase your comfort… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“To cultivate bravery and courage, reduce uncertainty by being prepared. As Zig Ziglar once said, “Success happens when opportunity meets preparation.” Preparing… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“A lack of engagement sends the message that you may not care, are not interested, are too busy, or that the other… — 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
“To Move from Woe to Wow with an Unhappy Customer. . . Apologize • Thank your customer for raising the issue. •… — 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
“When you are mindfully focused, the person with whom you are communicating feels that you are making them a priority—that you value… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“All compliments are not created equal. Some may change the trajectory of a person’s life, while others fall on deaf ears. Is… — 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
“Add a fresh twist of creativity to make a stellar impression which people won’t soon forget. Granted, your venue will determine how… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“It is crucial to understand that there are myriad interpretations of behavior. When you subscribe only to yours, you may begin to… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“The first step in getting unstuck and moving forward is to examine what is holding you back from taking action. The power… — 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
“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
