Category: Speaking

Little words leave big impressions

July 1, 2003 Categorized in: Featured Article, Speaking

In new situations, the first words out of your mouth (like, you know) can leave a lasting first impression. While you don’t want to come across as overly formal or stilted in your speech, you do want to be professional and well-spoken. (And the little words you “say” online can leave an even longer lasting first impression.)

From the boss: ‘Don’t interrupt, but keep me in the loop!’

February 1, 2003 Categorized in: Advancement, Featured Article, Managing the Boss, Speaking

Do you get the feeling your boss doesn’t want to be interrupted, but then gets annoyed that he’s out of the loop? One boss, Claudia Noble, president of Philadelphia-based Noble-Roberts Associates says, “One of the best ways to communicate with your boss is through …”