“An Unapproachable person may be exhibiting behaviors which are . . . • Tense and prickly. • Remote and preoccupied. • Cold… — 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
“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
“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
“At networking events, I am a heat-seeking missile for happy, vibrant people. With experience and practice, you can develop a sixth sense… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“It is through these facial expressions that we write and feel our life story, create lifelong social habits—through which we are received… — 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
“Unfortunately, while people may be considerate with their illness, they often lack the same consideration with their bad attitudes, not thinking twice… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Smiling Bloopers • Insincere smiling can backfire! (Different from a shy smile that just beckons a friendly "hello.") • Transitioning from a… — 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
“Wise leaders know that being personable ad friendly is the highly-prized personality for employees who are meeting, greeting, and engaging on the… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Who are we the most comfortable with? People who are the most like us! The “Similarity-Attraction Hypothesis” (Newcomb, 1956) found that similar… — 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
“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
“High fives and fist bumps have become the popular alternatives to traditional handshakes, especially among the younger generations. As a new social… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“A discreet person . . . • is strong, yet humble; • expresses genuine concern and interest; • exercises caution to avoid… — 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
“Smiling is truly one of the most generous gifts you can give to another. You never know when your smile may inspire… — 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
“To Move from Woe to Wow with an Unhappy Customer. . . Apologize • Thank your customer for raising the issue. •… — 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
“We've all been in the middle of a conversation and the person with whom we are speaking breaks eye contact, appears distracted,… — 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
“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
“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
“Well Hello Halo! It is human nature for us to make generalized judgments about a person using only a couple of traits.… — 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
“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
“Being culturally aware and respectful of others’ cultures will help you to keep the habit of making eye contact in context. As… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“The Art of First Impressions for Positive Impact is based on the premise that when you become self-aware and learn how to… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“When my son was a teenager, he would use the ‘poker face’ tactic when I was lecturing, nagging, or suggesting. As a… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Living in the age of the Internet and being a part of the information generation, we have unlimited access to an unprecedented… — 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
“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
“Wearing Nametags- On Yourself The purpose of wearing nametags in the first place is for people to see your name. Otherwise, why… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Whether it is in a sales situation, love at first sight, a husband and wife having an important conversation, a parent disciplining… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“How you accessorize your wardrobe can transform the plainest outfit into a dazzling, unforgettable impression. It can be the mark of your… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Doing your research ahead of time shows that you care about your client and your reputation. Referencing this information will better enable… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Along with the "Law of Attraction" there is also an "Attractor Factor" for easily building camaraderie and commonality for making a positive… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
