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How to Speak Well… and Listen Better

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When a statement is accompanied by foot-tapping, it usually indicates a lack of confidence in what is being said. People who are poor listeners will find few who are willing to come to them with useful information. This article was published in May 2015 and has been updated. Tapping feet. Rubbing fingers. Staring and blinking.

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Stressed? 5 Simple Ways to Prevent Burnout

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among other types of health information. The mindfulness activity increased my ability to discern opportunities, delegate more wisely and be more confident. This article was published in May 2015 and has been updated. My voice indicated that I’m deficient in lutein and B-vitamins—both easy fixes.

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5 Realistic Tips to Be More Positive

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By stepping back and concentrating on my best skill, my mind switched from feeling frustrated to feeling fresh, alert and more willing to accept new information. Because when you feel confident in your abilities, you’re able to think creatively and solve problems. This article was published in June 2015 and has been updated.

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5 Things to Do Before Your Next Job Interview

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Do your homework before the day and you will be more confident , because you’ll be prepared for your job interview. Or, if you know someone employed by the company you’re interviewing with, arrange an informational session with them. This article was published in April 2015 and has been updated.

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Emotional Intelligence Is Crucial to Good Leadership—Here’s Why

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But no decision is good if it’s not well-informed. And well-informed decisions are rooted in the tenets of emotional intelligence, especially in leadership. Plus, they’re confident enough to never worry that your success might make them look bad. This article was originally published in March 2015 and has been updated.

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The Negative Side of Positive Thinking

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Instead, use your feelings, whether negative or positive, to inform your decisions and behavior in any given situation, Kashdan recommends. This article was published in December 2015 and has been updated. This article appears in the January 2016 issue of SUCCESS magazine.

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Is shorthand still a relevant skill for a minute taker?

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Are you double handling information? Typing the minutes onto the laptop saves an incredible amount of time – if you’re writing your minutes in any form you’re double handling the information! As long as you feel confident and comfortable, I think whatever tools you use to take minutes is a personal choice.

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