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February Newsletter

How to Think on Your Feet®: 3 Steps to Success

How many times have you been asked a question that causes 'brain fog' even if you know the answer?

Maybe your audience is intimidating. Perhaps the topic is sensitive or emotional.

Suddenly, you find yourself stammering or rambling. And after the damage is done you remember what you should have said.

Many of us believe that a select few are born with the ability to skillfully handle impromptu situations.

The reality is that there are three practical tips anyone can apply to respond effectively when caught off guard.

Promoting Yourself Internally

You're doing the job well. Everyone knows you do a good job. That's enough, right? Unfortunately not. You need to self-promote.

One of my first jobs was as Assistant Editor on a trade magazine. I was squirreling away thinking I was doing well. One day, my boss pulled me in and said, "Roger, you're doing a good job here but you're making one big mistake. I'm the only person who knows you're doing well. You've got to figure out how to promote yourself to the rest of the company."

8 Methods to Master Your Communications

1) Know the simple secret of small talk: Ask questions! It's also one of the secrets to good communications.

2) You can't complain if you don't explain! Being upfront in your communications is a gift to those who want to listen.

3) Insisting on a fast decision from others may be seen as disrespectful. Give everyone time to reflect.

4) Hearing what you don't want to hear is more valuable than hearing nothing.

Twitter Tips @CommunicateGuru

How to influence analytical minds: Circulate agenda in writing well in advance.

The Roller-Coaster Trap. Here you trouble listeners by talking fast & furiously. You hope speed will make up for lack of meaningful ideas.