“Strive to be a possibility thinker rather than an impossibility thinker.” — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Become a ‘good finder’ and seek to acknowledge the best you see in others.” — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“A positive attitude will help you edge out cynicism and pessimism to restore hope and optimism.” — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“It is easier to do business and work with people who are most like ourselves.” — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Is YOUR brand consistent and congruent with your desired outcomes?” — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Strive to be active rather than lethargic—determined rather than wavering or lazy.” — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“ASK YOURSELF: Are your facial expressions in alignment with your true personality? Are they working on your behalf to project the best… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Teddy Roosevelt has been credited with saying, “People don't care how much you know until they know how much you care.” Think… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Orientation & Proximity. Be aware of the orientation between yourself and others so that you can be sensitive and responsive to their… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Experts agree that color can stimulate emotions which evoke different responses. Simply by changing colors, you can change moods, communication, perceptions, energy,… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“People who exude these qualities are treasures indeed—not only to the friends they make and strangers they meet, but to the companies… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“I have noticed generational humor exists as well. Since our frames of reference and cultural influences vary, there is a lot of… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Remember that your attitude towards life determines life’s attitude toward you. At any moment, you can choose to change everything for the… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“We live in a universe made up of energy. The energy that binds, as it whirls and swirls physical atoms, exists at… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“When you have scheduled an appointment, or have made a commitment, you have essentially made a promise. Keep your promises. Being punctual… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“It is unimpressive to not return what’s been borrowed. Whether you have borrowed money, folding chairs, yard tools, or a popular book,… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Voice Value. Your voice makes a first impression. Is your voice coming across as smart, friendly, and positive or ignorant, rude, and… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“The "Law of Attraction" simply states: “What you think about, you bring about.” Whatever you focus on will expand and attract more… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Just as your body has self-regulating mechanisms, like perspiring to cool you down and shivering to warm you up, you can regulate… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Beyond these universal expressions of emotion, there are hundreds of variations which are often a matter of choice, whether consciously or subconsciously.… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Too often when people hand us their cards, we quickly slip them into our pockets or purses without giving notice to what… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Your mindset brings together your attitude, perceptions, experience, interpretations, opinions, beliefs, values, and understanding to determine how you think, act, walk, talk,… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Extroverts typically . . . • Process information externally by verbalizing, collaborating, brainstorming, discussing, sharing their ideas, and communicating until they achieve… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Benefits of Being Nice • You set positive karma into motion. • What you give is what you get back in return.… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“A high-pitched voice may sound less authoritative, more youthful, and less experienced, whereas, a lower pitched voice may be perceived as being… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Exaggerating Your Gestures “Have you ever walked through a door and been jumped on by an over-enthusiastic dog with big paws who… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Instant Access “When my twins were born, I moved abruptly from being a professional career woman to a full-time, stay-at-home mom. The… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Poised Positioning • Be mindful of how you use your body to communicate. • Be fully present in the moment. • Be… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“10 Ways to Be More Personable and Friendly 1. Listen more than you speak. 2. When you do speak, ask questions of… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Be the Inviter “When I began my speaking career, I designed and delivered motivational programs for children teaching them success skills for… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“4 Times to Get Tough . . . 1. Self-Respect—You don’t have to take everything on the chin and lose the respect… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Speaking on Stage Speakers and presenters have only a few short seconds before their audience members begin forming opinions. True professionals know… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Professional Networking “The first week I lived in Madison, WI, I sought a local chapter meeting for ATD (Association for Training Development).… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“12 Ways to Improve & Project Confident Posture 1. Go people watching. Note how you interpret the different postures you observe. This… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Look for all of the possible missteps in the following scenario. My friend Amy arrived at a consultation with her Hispanic business… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“What does a solid, comfortable, impressive handshake look and feel like? To deliver a great handshake . . . • Extend your… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“8 Ways to Shine a Positive Light on Others 1. Let the other person appear smart. The person who desperately tries to… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“14 Ways to Become an Incredible Listener 1. Be present and provide your undivided attention. 2. Seek first to understand, then to… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
