“Become a ‘good finder’ and seek to acknowledge the best you see in others.” — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Active listening requires being fully present and engaged in the moment.” — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“A genuine smile is your best fashion accessory and the most important thing you can wear.” — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Active listening is one of the best services a company can provide.” — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“What can you do to ensure that your voice value translates into impression value?” — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Sometimes you must earn the right to be included. Otherwise, you may appear awkward or pushy.” — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Polite people tend to be more respected, admired, and appreciated than their rude counterparts.” — 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
“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
“How do you minimize the awkwardness in that moment? What are some of the conversations starters you've used to open, encourage, and… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Without civilized social graces, not only is life more difficult, but a positive first impression can be destroyed as fast as it… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Sometimes it is better to refrain from engaging in conversation because making no impression is better than making a bad impression.” — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“It is generally believed that nearly 40 percent of your first impression will be set from the tone of your voice. Your… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“When you see people smiling, does it give you a sense of connection with them? The law of reciprocity illustrates it is… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Just be Nice. Nice—this little word has a big meaning. Use it generously. Being nice helps people feel emotionally safe, allowing for… — 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
“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
“Being “appropriate” means being suitable, fitting, relevant, or proper in a situation. What may be appropriate in one circumstance can be terribly… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“In America, when a man walks in front of a woman it may imply that they are not equals and he is… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“If you like the relationship results you have been getting and don’t see any need for improvement, your status quo may actually… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Meeting someone for the first time has significance, but for some people, the awkwardness can be so great that they avoid a… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Situational awareness enables you to observe your periphery with a clear vision and emotional foresight, which may inevitably keep you socially, physically,… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Have you ever had a friend in need whose only request was the gift of your presence? When major life changes happen… — 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
“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
“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
“Employee Engagement “Employee Engagement” has become a very hot topic in recent years. The escalating statistics for disengagement are alarming. In 2015,… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“However, if your agenda is truly to serve, your ROI (return on investment) will substantially expand. As we know from the "Law… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Ignoring his advice, I got up, walked over, gently rested my hands on two of their shoulders and said, “Ladies, I have… — 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
“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
“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
“ASK YOURSELF: How can you utilize active listening to provide sensational customer service? How will this help resolve complaints from unhappy customers?… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“In 1966, American anthropologist Edward T. Hall specified four distinct distance zones to describe the perception of physical space around us. Understanding… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
