How do you handle tough questions? communication Aug 10, 2020

It never fails. You have prepared your presentation slides. You have all the handouts, posters, and materials ready to go. You are READY!

Then it happens...halfway through your presentation...A QUESTION. But it is not just any question. It is a question you have not even considered. Oh boy! What...

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Can you find anything?! communication Aug 10, 2020

I am always impressed with people who have a “no paper” policy at work. All of their files are accessed on their electronic devices. Over the years, I have become a hybrid between paper and electronic. The advantage of going paperless is it reduces the chances of a messy desk. Even if...

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I'm a Contributor! communication Aug 10, 2020

I am so honored to be one of the contributors to Paul Smith’s newest book Sell with a Story. Paul Smith is a Speaker, Trainer and Author of three books; Lead with a Story, Parenting with a Story and Sell with a Story. In my portion of the book, Paul speaks to my use of tapping into common...

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If you don’t tell them, who will? career communication Aug 10, 2020

In the May 2017 issue of Essence magazine, there is a great article on ten bad habits to avoid to keep you from “stunting your career growth or earning potential.” As a career woman, I found these to be highly relevant and appropriate to share with you. Tip #1 is especially important...

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Think before you speak… communication Aug 10, 2020

You have probably heard the phrase “It’s not what you say. It’s how you say it.” Coming from the perspective of a person who errs on the side of “direct communication,” I believe both what you say AND how you say it are important, especially in the work...

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