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By peter-murphyJan 30, 20081 topic

9 Great Solutions To Difficult Conversations

What makes difficult conversations difficult? Difficult conversations arise in our daily lives. What makes them difficult is that they tend to be the most emotional ones. Emotions make us feel awkward and out of place. They make us feel very uncomfortable. We are very conce ed with how our words will affect the person that we are speaking to. It is basically because we do not know how to approach a particular topic with someone. Realizing that helps you see the first step yo

Primary topic: Communication Skills and Training

Communication Skills and Training

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By peter-murphyJan 30, 20081 topic

10 Good Conversation Starters That Work Everytime

Good conversation starters put people at ease immediately. That is how all good conversations start - when people feel comfortable and relaxed. To start a conversation like that is a skill - and you can learn it. Starting a conversation is often the most difficult part of all. Once you are over the first few sentences, the talk usually flows. But how can you get the conversation started? Ideally, find a subject that interests the person you are talking to. That means they w

Primary topic: Communication Skills and Training

Communication Skills and Training

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By peter-murphyJan 30, 20081 topic

4 Good Topics Of Conversation People Love To Talk About

What makes for good topics of conversation? Well, this depends on why you want to have the conversation. But the basic rule is that conversations need to be a two-way process. Pick topics that everyone involved in the conversation is interested in. That way, everyone can feel comfortable and involved and the conversation should flow freely. The depth of conversation depends on how well you know the other people you are talking to. A first meeting is probably not a good time

Primary topic: Communication Skills and Training

Communication Skills and Training

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By peter-murphyJan 30, 20081 topic

How To Start A Conversation In 10 Easy Ways

So many people worry about how to start a conversation. It makes them feel anxious and afraid. Are you one of those people who keep your fingers crossed that someone will come up to you and speak because you would never make the first move in a conversation in a million years? You can put all that behind you with you a few easy steps. Starting a conversation is not difficult if you know how to do it... 1. Consider what you want from the conversatio Often this will just be

Primary topic: Communication Skills and Training

Communication Skills and Training

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By peter-murphyJan 30, 20081 topic

10 Funny Conversation Starters For Every Situation

Funny conversation starters can be a risky business, but they can also add interest and sparkle to your conversations. People like, listen to and trust people who make them laugh. Get your conversation off to a great start by making people laugh straight away. Humor is personal, though, so if you can, get an idea of the sense of humor of the person you are talking to first. Does he or she tell jokes? Do they add a funny angle to their stories? Adding humor to your conversat

Primary topic: Communication Skills and Training

Communication Skills and Training

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By peter-murphyJan 30, 20081 topic

Put Love Into It

If there was a simple yet very powerful way to get what you want in life, would you want to know the secret? In this article I reveal all. Read on to discover how to have the love, happiness and success you want - more easily and sooner than you expect. After twenty years experimenting with different self help philosophies and techniques I recently made a surprising discovery. Let me tell you how that came about. I am a reluctant healer. What I mean is that I never set out

Primary topic: Relationship Advice

Relationship Advice

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By peter-murphyJan 30, 20081 topic

A Peculiar Money Magic Secret

When it comes to making more money and doing so more easily you may be making a big mistake. In fact, this mistake is so common you may never have noticed it has been costing you money and stressing you out. The common mistake so many of us make is to over focus on the money when we want more of it! The problem with obsessing over the financials is that we then lose touch with the magic of making money. Interestingly, money magic happens when we focus on creating value for

Primary topic: Business Coach and Business Coaching

Business Coach and Business Coaching

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By peter-murphyJan 30, 20081 topic

How To Get Out Of Bed And Stop Procrastination

Having a little trouble getting out of bed in the morning can be a little difficult. But there are sometimes some things that we do on a regular basis that might make it a little more difficult. This article will show how you can stop procrastination, and do the things that you want to do. A good place to begin would be to look at why you have such a hard time getting up. Is it because you are not getting enough sleep - maybe watching those late night movies? Is there a hea

Primary topic: Motivation

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By peter-murphyJan 30, 20081 topic

Beat Procrastination In 5 Simple Ways With Smart Goal Getting

The setting of goals is a step in the right direction toward achieving anything. It clearly shows that there are some good things present; such as, a purpose and some determination. But as horrible as it may sound, it achieves very little until the next step begins to be taken. This article will show how you can go from setting your goals to achieving those same goals. It will provide a way to beat procrastination. What was just implied may come as a little shock to some. T

Primary topic: Motivation

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By peter-murphyJan 30, 20081 topic

Beating The Procrastinators Creed To Achieve Your Goals

Oftentimes, we can get to the place where we begin to look to others to help us, when we know very well, that that is not where the answer lies. To ask how we get the motivation to do something that we very well know that we ought to do, and wait for that answer, is evidence that it doesn't take much of an excuse to not do it. The procrastinators creed is still around - having its effect. If you were to be asked, "Where do you get the motivation to go to work every day?", wo

Primary topic: Motivation

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By peter-murphyJan 30, 20081 topic

What Procrastination Is And How To Beat Distractions

Staying motivated enough to be able to see things through to completion is something that is needed more and more today. In an age of instant food, instant movies, instant cash from ATM's, and instant messaging, it is almost no wonder that we get distracted so easily. Satisfaction comes, so often, from the quick delivery of what we desire; dissatisfaction can often come if we do not achieve, get, or complete things as quickly as we'd like. Then we lose interest. Let's take

Primary topic: Motivation

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By peter-murphyJan 29, 20081 topic

How To Get Fired From Procrastinators Anonymous

Welcome to the procrastinator's anonymous club! This club will accept anyone who is willing to make an excuse. It only takes one - that will do. Quitting even before you get started will put you in the leadership positions of the procrastinators anonymous club - guaranteed a promotion! Now, before you think I'm just being sarcastic (maybe a little), it's time to do a little reality check - before we go any further. These three questions need to be asked to get you thinking..

Primary topic: Motivation

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By peter-murphyJan 29, 20081 topic

How To Have Confidence By Adopting A Realistic Attitude

If you are struggling with how to have confidence in your life, you are not alone. Most people think that self-confidence is something that lucky people have, people who can do anything and everything. Part of the problem with confidence is we think we have to have tons and tons of it and all the time. The reality is, that not everyone knows how to have confidence in all situations. Self-confidence is really an attitude a person has, that allows them to have a positive view

Primary topic: Self-Esteem and Self Confidence

Self-Esteem and Self Confidence

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By peter-murphyJan 29, 20081 topic

Gain Confidence And Boost Self Esteem In 5 Simple Steps

We all want to become more confident and feel good about ourselves so we can live our very best life. Here are some ways to gain confidence and raise self-esteem: 1. Do something that requires a decision and a follow-through. Have you been putting off writing that letter to aunt Martha? Is there a friend you’ve been meaning to call? Wash the car, tidy the garden or clean the house. You’ll gain confidence by setting goals (even small ones) and following through on them. 2.

Primary topic: Self-Esteem and Self Confidence

Self-Esteem and Self Confidence

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By peter-murphyJan 29, 20081 topic

How To Be Confident In 4 Easy Steps

Some people just seem to naturally know how to be confident in any given situation. Let’s face it; learning how to be more confident can seem like a daunting task. However, if you want to have the courage to go after your dreams, you owe it to yourself to learn the secrets to being a more confident person. 1. Think yourself confident. There is a part of your mind that can work wonders in changing your life. It’s your subconscious mind. The remarkable thing about this part

Primary topic: Self-Esteem and Self Confidence

Self-Esteem and Self Confidence

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By peter-murphyJan 29, 20081 topic

Be Confident Even In The Face Of Confidence Killers

You can be confident! All you have to do is rid yourself of confidence killers. Confidence killers are self-defeating thought patterns. Many of us walk through life with these harmful assumptions. See if you’ve got any of these evildoers in your thoughts: 1. The All or Nothing Sniper: This way of thinking is the reason you can’t seem to enjoy even the small wins you’ve been getting in life. I’ll bet you were the kid in school who went home crying when you got one wrong on

Primary topic: Communication Skills and Training

Communication Skills and Training

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By peter-murphyJan 29, 20081 topic

Confidence Building Secrets Of True Winners

We all need some confidence building from time to time. Part of feeling confident has a lot to do with how we feel about ourselves. Feeling like we can accomplish things we set out to do is important to feeling confident. Remember that we all have talents and gifts. Whether we feel confident in these skills is very much part of thinking like a winner. Here is an easy way you can train yourself to think like a winner. Make yourself a ‘to do’ list. Before you start complainin

Primary topic: Communication Skills and Training

Communication Skills and Training

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By peter-murphyJan 29, 20081 topic

How To Improve Communication Skills And Your Personal Style

Here are six tips for improving your communication style: 1. Knowing how to improve communication skills will come easier once you become aware of your own communication style. Each person has a unique way of communicating. Listen to your own speech. What sorts of words do you use? Which sort of body language and what tone of voice are you using? Now, think of someone who, in your opinion, is a good communicator. Compare your style to theirs. You’ve just taken an important

Primary topic: Communication Skills and Training

Communication Skills and Training

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By peter-murphyJan 29, 20081 topic

How To Communicate Better With Body Language Secrets

"I don't let my mouth say nothin' my head can't stand." Louis Armstrong Since the 1970's, learning how to communicate better has had a lot to do with understanding body language. Julius Fast wrote a book entitled, Body Language in 1970. He talked about a new science called Kinesics. It opened the way to more studies and books on the subjects. Today, the term Body Language is very common and understood as an important element of communication. In fact, experts in the field

Primary topic: Communication Skills and Training

Communication Skills and Training

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By peter-murphyJan 29, 20081 topic

People Skill And The 4 Basic Types

Do you have the people skill needed to handle difficult people? Best selling author, Peter Urs Bender has come up with four basic personality types. Based on the fact that you really can’t understand someone who’s being difficult, until you can see the world through his or her eyes, here are the four basic types: 1. The Analytical person: Give this person details, statistics and a stack of ‘how-to’ books. This person wants exact numbers and answers. Usually introverted; in

Primary topic: Communication Skills and Training

Communication Skills and Training

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By peter-murphyJan 29, 20081 topic

Good Conversation Every Time When You Avoid 6 Common Mistakes

There are six common ways that people ruin a good conversation. You need to be aware of them to ensure you avoid these common mistakes: 1. Blah, Blah, Blah. The Blabbermouth is the number one enemy of the good conversation. The other party soon tunes out. Never letting the other person get a word in, the word hog just continues talking. People who get paid to give talks run the risk of becoming a blabbermouth. It’s an occupational hazard of becoming a good speaker, to forg

Primary topic: Communication Skills and Training

Communication Skills and Training

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By peter-murphyJan 29, 20081 topic

Work Motivation Tips For Greater Productivity

Enter any child’s classroom and you are likely to find at least a few boys and girls who are motivated to write the best story, draw the best picture, do the most interesting dramatization in the class play. Classroom motivation seems so easy compared to work motivation. With work motivation you are dealing with adults. Money isn’t always enough of a motivator for some adults. What is motivation? Think of motivation as an empty box. It sits in the corner, day after day, no

Primary topic: Motivation

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By peter-murphyJan 28, 20081 topic

Stop Procrastinating By Understanding Your Personal Procrastination Style

Procrastinating is a very common problem in our society today. It seems to be more of a problem especially in the workplace. There are many factors that play a part in procrastination and why humans do it. So how do we stop procrastinating? We need to realize that we are doing it in the first place. Human nature allows us to do things and then disguise them as other issues. We tend to make excuses for our bad habits and usually end up blaming them onto other things or peopl

Primary topic: Motivation

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By peter-murphyJan 28, 20081 topic

Self-Motivation Strategies For Greater Achievement

The key to self-motivation is setting goals. Without goals, it really doesn't matter how self motivated a person tries to be. They have to know what it is that they are motivated for. There must be a reward or benefit for it to be motivation. That is what drives us as humans. Without this factor, there will not likely be success in self-motivation. That is the reason why it is very important to make a list of goals. This first step will get you started in the right directio

Primary topic: Motivation

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By peter-murphyJan 28, 20081 topic

Staff Motivation Strategies - 6 Great Distinctions

In the workplace, it can be very difficult to obtain staff motivation. There are many factors that play against staff motivation. It really is the manager's responsibility to motivate the employees. This can be very challenging at times. There are six guidelines that a person can follow to achieve staff motivation. 1. A friendly working environment is extremely important to a positive attitude in the workplace. Socializing should be acceptable in most cases. People can work

Primary topic: Motivation

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By peter-murphyJan 28, 20081 topic

Self Confidence - T4 Power Secrets

Self confidence is something that many people struggle with. Society has built up certain guidelines on how one should look and act. If we do not live up to societies expectations then we feel a lack of self confidence. For some people this lack of self confidence effects every aspect of their life. That is why learning to build your own self confidence is important. The following section explains some reasons why someone may lack self confidence and what to do about them.

Primary topic: Communication Skills and Training

Communication Skills and Training

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By peter-murphyJan 28, 20081 topic

People Skills Magic In 7 Steps

Good people skills come naturally to some and are a struggle for others. Learning people skills is usually a matter of just being a member of society, but to truly understand the proper ways to interact sometimes involves instruction. There are some basic guidelines to cultivate good people skills. The following list explains certain qualities on should have to be considered in possession of good people skills. 1. Interact. In order to develop and use your people skills yo

Primary topic: Communication Skills and Training

Communication Skills and Training

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By peter-murphyJan 25, 20081 topic

Motivation And Personality - Which Type Are You?

The level of motivation that a person has depends a lot on the personality of that person. If a person has the personality of a quiet, shy type of person, their motivation will come from living within that personality. They are more likely to get motivated in different ways to that of a person who has a loud and bold personality. If a person has a go-getter personality then their motivation will be strong and vivacious, with a nothing can stop them type attitude. Personalit

Primary topic: Motivation

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By peter-murphyJan 25, 20081 topic

Get Motivated The Smart Way

What does a person need to do when they need to get something in their life done, but just can't seem to do it? Get motivated! How does a person go about getting motivated about something? Setting goals is the most important step in becoming motivated. Goals are extremely important. As a matter of fact, without goals, we will not achieve success. In order to be a motivated person at anything, you must have goals to reach for. The goals we set for ourselves need to be realis

Primary topic: Motivation

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By peter-murphyJan 25, 20081 topic

Daily Motivation Secrets That Really Work

Everyday life can be frustrating in today's society. It is becoming more and more difficult for people to find happiness in the world we live in today. But it is important to try to stay positive and obtain daily motivation. One reason is that it spreads onto others around us. If one person in the workplace is happy and upbeat, it is catching to others. If you are a happy positive person with daily motivation, then maybe the person sitting next to you at work will see it and

Primary topic: Motivation

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By peter-murphyJan 25, 20081 topic

Workplace Motivation Secrets

Workplace motivation is the key to a successful, happy, comfortable working environment. Achieving that is not as easy as it may seem. Workplace motivation is hard to achieve for many different reasons. Some people tend to take a job that they do not particularly want, just for the money. When people do this, they can be resentful at the workplace. Another issue is that maybe the pay doesn't seem worthy when compared to the work responsibilities. Some people resent the mana

Primary topic: Motivation

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By peter-murphyJan 25, 20081 topic

Overcoming Shyness - The 7 Simple Tricks

Many people struggle with overcoming shy. It can effect every aspect of your life, especially your interaction with other people. Being shy can cause you to miss out on friendships, fun experiences and learning new things. Shyness can cause you to have underdeveloped people skills and lacking communications skills as well. The following list explains seven great ways for overcoming shyness. 1. Practice body language. Body language is a big part of conversation and an easy

Primary topic: Self-Esteem and Self Confidence

Self-Esteem and Self Confidence

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By peter-murphyJan 25, 20081 topic

How To Overcome Shyness In 5 Simple Steps

Being shy is really just having a feeling that you lack something. Some people are shy because they feel they are not good enough for others or that they are not as smart as others. Shyness can also just be something that carries over from childhood when you were worried about being accepted so you hung out in the background. Now that you are an adult you can see that shyness holds you back and can really effect many aspects of your life. The following list teaches five eas

Primary topic: Self-Esteem and Self Confidence

Self-Esteem and Self Confidence

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By peter-murphyJan 25, 20081 topic

Interpersonal Communication Secrets That Work Every Time

Interpersonal communication is something most of us do on a daily basis, although we may not be aware that is what it is called. Interpersonal communication differs from other forms of communication in various ways. It is also very important in development. The following list outlines what interpersonal communication is and what some of the characterizes are. It also explains why we need it. 1. What is it? Interpersonal communication involves a close group of participants

Primary topic: Communication Skills and Training

Communication Skills and Training

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By peter-murphyJan 25, 20081 topic

How To Start A Conversation In Unusual Circumstances

Starting a conversation can sometimes seem difficult. Certain circumstances can make this process even more difficult. Knowing how to start a conversation in a variety of tricky circumstances will help you become more confident in your abilities to communicate effectively. Circumstances can range from co-workers to complete strangers. Learning the best ways to start a conversation with many different people will allow you to become a master of communication. 1. Coworker - W

Primary topic: Communication Skills and Training

Communication Skills and Training

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By peter-murphyJan 25, 20081 topic

How To Start A Conversation With 3 Super Body Language Tips

Using body language to enhance how you start a conversation can lead to great conversation. You do not have to say much just a look or a movement can speak volumes for you. This is especially useful in situations where you can not seem to get a word in or where you are unsure of how to start a conversation. Body language is a way to communicate without putting yourself at risk of saying something wrong. You probably already use body language, but do not even notice it. The

Primary topic: Communication Skills and Training

Communication Skills and Training

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By peter-murphyJan 25, 20081 topic

Good Conversation Secrets That Work Every Time

Once you have a conversation started keeping it going is sometimes the hardest part. Good conversation can sometimes be hard to come by. People have a way of turning a great start into a horrible exchange that leaves everyone wanting to run away. Learning a little bit about what to avoid and how to bring everyone into a good conversation can help you to avoid horrible situations. The following guidelines will outline some things you should and should not do during a convers

Primary topic: Communication Skills and Training

Communication Skills and Training

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By peter-murphyJan 24, 20081 topic

Conversation Starters For Successful Daters

Dating can seem hard. It is hard to find someone that shares your same interests. It is hard to find someone you connect with. Looking for love is definitely a hard road to travel. Dating conversation can be the most awkward situation a person can ever find themselves in. Stating a dating conversation is frustrating. For many people just the anticipation is enough to make them not even try to find conversation starters. In starting a conversation while dating you are actual

Primary topic: Communication Skills and Training

Communication Skills and Training

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By peter-murphyJan 24, 20081 topic

Communication Skills - The 4 Powerful Secrets That Win People Over

Having a conversation seems very natural to some people, but to others it is a struggle every time. There is no need to feel frustrated or upset every time you are faced with a situation where you must be involved with a conversation. Conversation is essential and important to every day life. If you avoid conversation with others they may see you as stuck up. Thinking you do not value what they have to say or think they are not worth your time. You can gain a horrible social

Primary topic: Communication Skills and Training

Communication Skills and Training

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By peter-murphyJan 24, 20081 topic

Art Of Conversaton Made Easy

The art of conversation comes so easily to some, but for others it is a real struggle. Learning how to get past those things that stand in your way are the first step to learning the art of communication. There are three common reasons why people tend to feel uncomfortable about conversation. The following list explains these reasons and how to overcome them so you can be a master of conversation. 1. Fear. Many people fear others will think they are not intelligent or that

Primary topic: Communication Skills and Training

Communication Skills and Training

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By peter-murphyJan 24, 20081 topic

First Impressions - Turn Fear Into Courage

The top business people all say the same thing – first impressions count. Sounds easy, and it is easy for those few who can start a conversation with just about anyone but how many people do you know who are like that? On the other hand when you’re shy it’s easy to avoid other people, shyness automatically comes with a PhD in how to creatively avoid people, especially strangers! However this tendency can prove detrimental to your business especially when you consider that y

Primary topic: Communication Skills and Training

Communication Skills and Training

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By peter-murphyJan 24, 20081 topic

Letting Go Of Wanting Your Own Approval

Ever had a time in your life when those closest to you disapproved of your behavior? It is very uncomfortable is it not? In a moment, peace of mind can vanish in a puff of smoke and you crave approval more than anything else. This time in the wilde ess seems to last forever and when it is finally over the newly earned approval of your peers feels just great. This wanting approval can get out of control though. We can easily extend this need for approval to all people we come

Primary topic: Self-Esteem and Self Confidence

Self-Esteem and Self Confidence

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By peter-murphyJan 24, 20081 topic

Magnificent Meetings - 5 Tips For Success

Your impact at meetings will determine in a big way how well you do in your career. In other words you will rise as high as your communication skills will let you. Ability and competence in your position is expected - how well you get your point accross will make the difference between your opinion being valued and your input getting forgotten one more time. Look at any business leader, politician or community spokesperson. What do they all have in common? The ability to spe

Primary topic: Business Coach and Business Coaching

Business Coach and Business Coaching

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By peter-murphyJan 24, 20081 topic

Getting What You Want Most From Other People

Very often in relationships we do not seem to be able to get the one thing we want more than anything else - the approval of other people. In fact the more we want it the more difficult it can be to turn the situation around. Typical approaches include withdrawing from other people so that only those who are really interested in you will make the effort to get to know you. The other person takes on all the risk of rejection and you risk not having someone make the effort to

Primary topic: Communication Skills and Training

Communication Skills and Training

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By peter-murphyJan 24, 20081 topic

Reframing Rejection

So people will reject us no matter how good we look, no matter how successful we are, and no matter how giving we are. If we were to become even nicer, and even more spiritually aware they would still reject us so it is a pointless battle trying to win over everyone. However we can change how we think about rejection. If we change the meaning of rejection it can become our ally instead of our enemy. Next time someone rejects you why not take it as feedback instead. That is,

Primary topic: Motivation

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By peter-murphyJan 24, 20081 topic

Leverage Avoidance Values For Irresistible Selling

What are values? Values are filters that everyone uses to help make sense of all the information we must process before we make a decision. When you appeal to a person's values you speak directly to their decision-making criteria. Values: In simple terms, values are what is most important to us. If you ask yourself: what is most important to me about having a new car? You will discover the key issues that you consider when buying a car. Your prospects will also pay attentio

Primary topic: Business Coach and Business Coaching

Business Coach and Business Coaching

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By peter-murphyJan 24, 20081 topic

Mind Your Mind

Three Secrets to Effective Affirmations: 1 Drive your Physiology - by this I mean get yourself into a dynamic state of mine by moving your body energetically. I find walking quickly, cycling or jumping around the house while listening to loud music, all very effective for me. When you feel energized you will put more enthusiasm and emotion into your affirmations and you will make a bigger impression on your mind. Then say your short positive statement out loud if it is appr

Primary topic: Personal Development

Personal Development

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By peter-murphyJan 24, 20081 topic

The Mirror Man

Lady Twilight felt angry. It was one of those days when she was doing her best to be nice to everyone but nobody was being nice to her. What if people could be friendlier she thought to herself as she wandered through the open air market. It was a warm, sunny day so there was no use blaming the weather. In that case it must mean that people just do not like me, she decided. The chatter of voices was all around while she sat at a table by the side of the shopping crowd. She

Primary topic: Success Coaching

Success Coaching

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By peter-murphyJan 23, 20081 topic

3 Great Ways To Beat Procrastination At Work

As more tasks become automated due to advances in technology there is a general expectation, whether it is realistic or not, that productivity should increase as well. Everyone seems to have more work than can possibly be done in a day and this pressure can result in feelings of being overwhelmed which in turn leads to procrastination at work which can actually decrease productivity if not properly managed. Although there are hundreds of reasons why we procrastinate and put

Primary topic: Motivation

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By peter-murphyJan 23, 20081 topic

5 Forgotten Secrets To Beating Procrastination At Home

It's not easy to stay motivated and beat procrastination while being at home. Too many distractions and feeling that tasks can always be delayed until tomorrow or the next day can cause procrastination at home to set in. The phone rings, you check your e-mail, watch a little TV and before you know it procrastination at home has stolen your day and what have you accomplished? Then the guilt sets in and you promise yourself that tomorrow will be better, but will it? It can b

Primary topic: Motivation

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