If you're all talk and no action, the competition will destroy you. Here's why honoring your commitments is vital. What is your "follow-up reputation" in business? Are you always prompt, or habitually late? If the latter, you'll never come out…
This interview with Sally Hogshead by Simon Mainwaring was originally published on Business 2 Community. Sally Hogshead is Hall of Fame speaker, international author, and the world’s leading expert on fascination. Sally sat down with the We First team for a Q&A…
Charisma makes you likable. Do you have it? You know the guy. He’s poised. He’s confident. And when he speaks to people, it’s in a strong measured voice, a relaxed tone and his words are well-chosen. Even his classy but…
Smart leaders know -- and researchers agree -- that they’re significantly more effective when they can solicit candid feedback. But how can you get an honest assessment of your leadership skills without employees being worried about possible negative ramifications? Well, it can…
Linda Richardson interviews best-selling author and international speaker Dr. Tony Alessandra. This is the featured cover article in the March 17, 2015 edition of Top Sales Magazine. Dr. Tony Alessandra is a best-selling author, international speaker, and entrepreneur in the field of…
Okay, friends, let’s talk. Are you… boring? Like, ugh, really boring. Instant narcolepsy. I don’t mean you, personally. I mean your social media. Here’s the BAD news: In a world with a 9-second attention span, you have to either stand…
March 20 is the International Day of Happiness! It's a time to reflect on how our emotional and social connections are more valuable to our happiness than any material goods we could buy. It's also a day that the UN asks countries to…
A personal brand can boost your reputation. It can help you spread a message, build relationships, and grow your business. BUT… not always. Your personal brand can actually work against you. In fact, it can damage people’s perception of you…
Watch this recorded webinar with Michelle Gielan, Founder, Institute for Applied Positive Research After spending years as a national CBS News anchor broadcasting to millions and receiving an advanced degree from the University of Pennsylvania in Positive Psychology, Michelle developed simple,…
We've all heard of the Golden Rule: "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you." Author, speaker and CEO of Assessments 24x7 LLC, Dr. Tony Alessandra says, "This is a great rule, especially when it comes to values,…
This article by Vaughn Rachal was originally published on Scott Klososky's blog, Technology Story. Do you receive more than your fair share of “MARKETING” on a daily basis? Over 80% of the mail I receive both physical and the “e”…
There is a lot of talk about customers and their use of social media. Data tells us customers are using it more and companies must be responsive and innovative with their use of it. However, I would like to remind…
This interview with Sally Hogshead originally appeared on The Huffington Post, by Scott Goodson. We are all hungry to know what others think of us. These days we are even more in need of feedback, though typically it's a virtual…
Use this approach to set the right tone. Imagine how happy you would be if all your interactions with others were positive and pleasant. It sounds too good to be true, but it’s actually quite easy to establish. In 2009,…
If your meetings are long, awkward and unproductive, you’re not alone in your misery. One study of 2,000 managers reported in Industry Week revealed that at least 30 percent of the time people spend in meetings is a waste of…
You fascinate them. Here’s a juicy little case study for you… Over the past two decades of research on communication, I found that there are seven different ways to communicate and add value to your listener. And I’ve built my…
Club Business International interviewed Sally Hogshead last spring to gear up for Sally's keynote address at the International Health Racquet and Sportsclub Association's (IHRSA) Annual Convention and Trade Show. CBI: The title of your IHRSA 2014 presentation, "How to Fascinate: From First…
Sally Hogshead believes the greatest value you can add is to become more of yourself. Sally Hogshead is an international Hall of Fame Speaker and New York Times best-selling author of HOW THE WORLD SEES YOU, a complete guide on how to discover what makes…
If you haven't purchased your copy of How The World Sees You - by Sally Hogshead yet, here's why you need to: You already have certain naturally fascinating qualities. Sally Hogshead will walk you through discovering what they are and…
As an entrepreneur, you’re often the face of your company, and your ability to capture attention, to fascinate others—clients, employees, strategic partners, influencers—can make or break a business. Every time you communicate, you’re doing one of two things: 1. You’re…
