...what it would feel like if you were no longer 'allowed' to do your profession? Or perhaps particular aspects of your profession? For example, in my own work, here are my top five favorite things to do (not in any order): educating/teaching; public speaking; coaching on public speaking and … [Read more...] about Scarlett Letter #122: When you are frustrated with your career, did you ever think about….
Archives for June 2010
Expanding your services.
Lessons learned from striving to grow market share with existing clients. Published in Modern Steel Construction. What do Building Information Modeling (BIM), Leadership in Environmental and Energy Design (LEED), Integrated Project Delivery (IPD), and Private and Public Partnerships (PPP) have in … [Read more...] about Expanding your services.
Scarlett Letter #121: Keeping your cool in stressful times
Moving sucks. You know it's true; I won't hear any arguments from my readers on that point! They say moving is one of the life's most stressful experiences. For the last two months, I've been in moving mode. I am simply moving from one part of the City to another. But, after living in my condo for … [Read more...] about Scarlett Letter #121: Keeping your cool in stressful times
Scarlett Letter #120: Summer solstice~An opportunity to re-energize
Earlier this morning, this inviting announcement tantalized me to attend a meditative ceremony tonight, the longest day of the year: Summer solstice marks the middle of growing season, as plants flourish and we cultivate them to ensure an abundant harvest. It is the longest day of the year, with the … [Read more...] about Scarlett Letter #120: Summer solstice~An opportunity to re-energize
Scarlett Letter #119: Part II–Want to deliver an outstanding presentation? Consider modifying the way you build the content.
In Part I--Want to deliver an outstanding presentation?, I wrote about creating multiple openings and conclusions in order to ensure those two aspects of the speech are your very best. Here in Part II, I will share information on an alternative way to compose your content, as suggested to me by … [Read more...] about Scarlett Letter #119: Part II–Want to deliver an outstanding presentation? Consider modifying the way you build the content.
Scarlett Letter #118: Part I–Want to deliver an outstanding presentation? Work hardest on your opening/introduction!
Have you ever noticed that when you deliver a presentation, you always tend to do better overall if you kick off with an energetic, compelling opening? Think about it. You’ve created momentum, rather than an uphill battle. Your confidence is fed because you notice everyone perking up in their … [Read more...] about Scarlett Letter #118: Part I–Want to deliver an outstanding presentation? Work hardest on your opening/introduction!
Scarlett Letter #117: Top ten words people want to hear
Last year, I attended a Neuromarketing Workshop put on by Patrick Renvoise of SalesBrain. The program was graciously hosted by Vistage. The neuromarketing concept is intriguing. It speaks to the concept of delivering the right message to the 'old brain', because essentially the old brain responds … [Read more...] about Scarlett Letter #117: Top ten words people want to hear