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…
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.…
This post originally appeared on HowToFascinate.com. An Introvert's Guide to Feeling More Fascinating A quick introduction from Sally Hogshead: A little over a year ago, a young woman walked into our office for a job interview. She wasn’t outgoing and bubbly. In fact,…
Let’s be honest. You dread certain tasks. Really dread them. You might even wake up in the morning and experience a sinking “uuuugh” feeling when you remember it. Here’s the kicker: not only do you dislike this type of task,…
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…
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…
This article was originally published on entrepreneur.com by Laura Entis. “You don’t want to change who you are,” Sally Hogshead tells a rapt audience at the C-Suite Network conference in Dallas last week. “You just want to become more of who you…
Let’s say you think you’re funny. As far as you’re concerned, a sense of humor is one of your best traits. There’s just one problem: Nobody else thinks you’re funny. This is indeed a problem. Humor is a two-sided exchange.…
What kind of impression do you make? Do people remember you, and want to connect with you? Or will your business card become just a piece of clutter? Your influence as a professional will be measured according to your ability…
You've probably experienced that tense moment when conflict arises... when furious glances dart across the conference table, or screaming matches erupt in the hallway. (Awkward!) Yet, conflict can be a healthy part of team communication. Conflict can spark creativity. It…
Have you ever experienced love at first sight? You were enamored. You were captivated. You hung on every word, and everything about him or her was wonderful. Everyone who came before and anyone to come after was irrelevant. The only…
You are already fascinating. That's a fact. But, are you allowing your natural, authentic personality to shine through on social media? Hmm. Maybe not. A lot of fascinating people have extraordinarily boring blogs, tweets, and YouTube videos. (Yawn.) The world…
Your personality has one distinct advantage. This advantage is your highest and most unique value. It's what makes you different- and better- than everyone else in the crowd. It's the essence of your personal brand. This is what makes you,…
Fascinating ideas will instantly provoke strong and immediate emotional reactions. So do fascinating people. So does fascinating marketing. In this video, I'll show you how a simple tweet led to a impressive introduction, by creating a strong and immediate…
Powerful people have a strong point of view. They lead with clear direction. Are you powerful? If you want to be perceived as a powerful leader, you must establish a reputation as a confident and knowledgeable expert…
My daughter Azalea recently had minor surgery. Everything turned out just fine, but ahead of time she was a little nervous. Specifically, she was concerned about being wheeled away from me, into the operating room. Enter... The Bubble Parade! To…
