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| 13e914b | Becoming more socially aware involves greater understanding of the dynamics of social interactions to assure you achieve harmonious outcomes. | customer-service-quotes employee-engagement mindfulness motivational-speaker-susan-young positive-first-impression-quotes quotes-by-susan-c-young relationship-quotes susanspeaks-com | Susan C. Young | |
| 7d901c1 | In years gone by, particularly in the East and the South, ladies would attend charm school to learn how to elegantly stand, sit, dance, and walk. Even today, there are "Cotillion" classes for young people to learn how to carry themselves with dignity and use proper social graces. I don't mind sounding old-fashioned because these culturally rich rituals lay a firm foundation for the appropriate behaviors and excellent manners necessary for a.. | communication-skills customer-service-quotes expressions-of-emotion law-of-attraction-quotes motivational-speaker-susan-young posture-quotes quotes-by-susan-c-young relationship-quotes susanspeaks-com | Susan C. Young | |
| 0339462 | 9 Reasons Why Improving Your Posture is Important By projecting strength and excellence in your physical presence, you will. . . 1. Look better and feel better. 2. Appear, and be, more fit and healthy. 3. Powerfully influence your mindset. 4. Appear more confident, self-assured, and competent. 5. Carry yourself with more purpose and intention. 6. Breathe deeper and get more oxygen in your body, which will improve your energy and health. 7... | communication-skills customer-service-quotes expressions-of-emotion law-of-attraction-quotes motivational-speaker-susan-young posture-quotes quotes-by-susan-c-young relationship-quotes susanspeaks-com | Susan C. Young | |
| 22e8a18 | Without hardship everyone would prevail. | Al-Mutanabbi | ||
| b89d6dd | Glory in hardship, sloth in comfort lies. | Al-Mutanabbi | ||
| b4df7ca | What Does Poor Posture Look Like? * Stiff & rigid * Slumping * Slouching * Hunched over * Rounded shoulders * Overly arched back * Stumbling * Head forward In sensitivity, we must be aware that many people suffer from poor posture because of physical disability, injury, health issues, heredity, obesity, or musculoskeletal construction. These descriptions are not meant to offend or judge people who are unable to change their posture. | communication-skills customer-service-quotes expressions-of-emotion law-of-attraction-quotes motivational-speaker-susan-young posture-quotes quotes-by-susan-c-young relationship-quotes susanspeaks-com | Susan C. Young | |
| 080180a | In his book, How to Win Friends & Influence People, Dale Carnegie encourages you to greet people with "animation and enthusiasm." This form of kinesthetic responsiveness provides a splendid example of how impactful your gestures can be while responding to others. Whether it be running up to an old friend you have not seen in a while or standing up to greet a business associate when he approaches your table, being kinesthetically responsive .. | communication-skills customer-service-quotes expressions-of-emotion law-of-attraction-quotes motivational-speaker-susan-young posture-quotes quotes-by-susan-c-young relationship-quotes susanspeaks-com | Susan C. Young | |
| a7fd82b | In her book, Ask Outrageously! my friend Linda Swindling suggests to "Mimic the body language of the most powerful people you know. They stand up straight, make appropriate eye contact, and use gestures to convey their points. Look at their feet. Usually they are placed about shoulder-width apart. They have an open stance. They smile and nod when they agree." Begin paying attention to the poise, postures, and gestures of the people whom you.. | communication-skills customer-service-quotes expressions-of-emotion law-of-attraction-quotes motivational-speaker-susan-young posture-quotes quotes-by-susan-c-young relationship-quotes susanspeaks-com | Susan C. Young | |
| 8d0c86c | Expand Your Repertoire . . . Professional humorists and comedians, like Jeanie Robertson, maintain joke files filled with assorted topics, anecdotes, and titles. When something outrageously funny happens, she makes a note of it, puts it away, and saves it for the day she can integrate it into her hilarious presentations. | best-motivational-speakers build-rapport communication-skills customer-service-quotes emotional-intelligence first-impressions-quotes quotes-by-susan-c-young relationship-quotes speaker-susan-young | Susan C. Young | |
| c474c6f | Humor can heal the heart, instill hope, bring people together, and remind them that life isn't meant to be so doggone serious. Why not use it for good? There is no denying that humor's uplifting, energizing, and positive impact can transform lives for the better. | best-motivational-speakers build-rapport communication-skills customer-service-quotes first-impressions-quotes fun-and-humor quotes-by-susan-c-young relationship-quotes speaker-susan-young | Susan C. Young | |
| 0c8c4a7 | Having a second set of eyes to review what you do is an effective practice. Sometimes you will be so close to your own work that your blinders will cause you to miss tiny details which can create huge errors, and reflect poorly on your intelligence and expertise. | customer-service-quotes employee-engagement first-impressions-quotes hire-keynote-speaker motivational-leadership-speaker networking-quotes quotes-by-susan-c-young relationship-quotes speaker-susan-young | Susan C. Young | |
| 201f2b7 | As a professional speaker and author, excellent grammar is crucial in my profession. Without the proper use of words and language, I would lose credibility and respect. | customer-service-quotes employee-engagement first-impressions-quotes hire-keynote-speaker motivational-leadership-speaker networking-quotes quotes-by-susan-c-young relationship-quotes speaker-susan-young | Susan C. Young | |
| e2a640e | Polite people tend to be more respected, admired, and appreciated than their rude counterparts. | emotional-intelligence-quotes etiquette-quotes good-manners-quotes motivational-speaker-susan-young positive-first-impression-quotes quotes-by-susan-c-young relationship-quotes susanspeaks-com | Susan C. Young | |
| f1b7b46 | I elevated passions into duties. (p.s. That's not enough...) | Larry Harvey | ||
| 7b8df8b | UN-Impressives * Lying. * Bragging. * Gossiping. * Cursing and using foul language. * Making self-deprecating comments. * Regularly expressing worry and anxiety. * Criticizing and condemning people and situations. * Demonstrating a lack of emotional intelligence or compassion. | customer-service-quotes employee-engagement first-impressions-quotes hire-keynote-speaker motivational-leadership-speaker networking-quotes quotes-by-susan-c-young relationship-quotes speaker-susan-young | Susan C. Young | |
| ebe0e51 | Labels have always represented limitation, conformity, and narrow-mindedness to me since the human personality is multi-faceted and continuously evolving. Perhaps that is why I am so intrigued by the concept and labels of "introvert" and "extrovert." Neither description accurately defines the state of my social interactions. What about yours?" | employee-engagement first-impressions-quotes hire-keynote-speaker introvert-or-extrovert motivational-leadership-speaker personality-styles quotes-by-susan-c-young relationship-quotes speaker-susan-young | Susan C. Young | |
| 951d30f | The irony is that their enthusiasm for personal revelation can backfire badly and have the opposite effect. People become their own worst enemies and don't need anyone else's help in making themselves the brunt of gossip, judgment, and ridicule. A person who overshares demonstrates a lack of dignity, maturity, and discrimination, and it may also be a strong indicator of self-absorbed narcissism and exhibitionism. | best-motivational-speakers build-rapport communication-skills customer-service-quotes discretion first-impressions-quotes quotes-by-susan-c-young relationship-quotes speaker-susan-young | Susan C. Young | |
| d37135e | As we explore this valuable non-verbal language, please note that these principles do not apply in many cultures around the world. In some cultures, direct eye contact may offend, affront, violate, or threaten. | body-language-quotes communication-skills eye-contact-quotes law-of-attraction-quotes mirroring motivational-speaker-susan-young quotes-by-susan-c-young reciprocity relationship-quotes | Susan C. Young | |
| f7b4b60 | 12 Reasons Why People Avoid Eye Contact 1. They do not want to reveal their feelings. 2. They are not being honest and truthful. 3. It makes them feel vulnerable and exposed. 4. They are being rude or indifferent. 5. They are ashamed or embarrassed to talk about something. 6. They are nervous or lacking confidence. 7. It makes them feel very uncomfortable. 8. They are arrogant, snobby, and pretentious. 9. They are afraid of saying the wrong.. | body-language-quotes communication-skills eye-contact-quotes law-of-attraction-quotes mirroring motivational-speaker-susan-young quotes-by-susan-c-young reciprocity relationship-quotes | Susan C. Young | |
| f16bb00 | Your education is one of the greatest treasures you can ever acquire and something no one can ever take away from you. | branding communication-skills healthy-habits motivational-speaker quotes-by-susan-c-young relationship-quotes speaker-susan-young success-quotes | Susan C. Young | |
| ad6db2c | Have you heard that a smile is the shortest distance between people? I love that! There is nothing like a genuine smile to create a first impression with positive impact. | body-language-quotes communication-skills eye-contact-quotes law-of-attraction-quotes motivational-speaker-susan-young quotes-by-susan-c-young relationship-quotes smiling-quotes susanspeaks-com | Susan C. Young | |
| a6afd48 | As Americans, we typically move full steam ahead without much regard to mindfulness or thoughtful reflection, often to one's own detriment. Yet it is that same propensity for bold action which makes fulfilling the "American Dream" possible--where an immigrant can come to our country with nothing and achieve extraordinary things." -- | customer-service-quotes employee-engagement mindfulness motivational-speaker-susan-young positive-first-impression-quotes quotes-by-susan-c-young relationship-quotes susanspeaks-com | Susan C. Young | |
| 0d8dd6f | The voice of the inner critic is mean, unforgiving, punishing, and downright hurtful. When you allow it to run roughshod over your happiness and emotional well-being, it can wreak havoc on your peace of mind and leave you feeling anxious, fearful, and depleted. | communication-skills first-impressions motivational-speaker passionate-living relationship-quotes self-confidence self-esteem self-esteem-quotes susan-young | Susan C. Young | |
| 3d68e4f | Demoralizing self-talk leads to a self-destructive mindset, making everything in life more difficult. Not only that, how you feel about yourself oozes out of your pores and makes a bad impression on others. | communication-skills first-impressions motivational-speaker passionate-living relationship-quotes self-confidence self-esteem self-esteem-quotes susan-young | Susan C. Young | |
| c3e3851 | We all can give in to our inner critic. I don't know about you, but I would never allow anyone to speak to me the way I speak to myself! I wouldn't be their friend! | communication-skills first-impressions motivational-speaker passionate-living relationship-quotes self-confidence self-esteem self-esteem-quotes susan-young | Susan C. Young | |
| e345437 | Become your own best friend--smile and say "I love you" to yourself occasionally." | communication-skills first-impressions motivational-speaker passionate-living relationship-quotes self-confidence self-esteem self-esteem-quotes susan-young | Susan C. Young | |
| c7dba81 | I have a few friends who are confined to wheelchairs for access and mobility. I don't want to always be looking down at them while they are looking up at me. To enjoy a meaningful conversation, I'm quick to kneel beside them or pull up a chair to talk at the same height. Begin to recognize the orientation of other people and align yourself with their body position and physical needs so that you may connect on a more balanced and effective l.. | communication-skills customer-service-quotes emotional-intelligence-quotes expressions-of-emotion law-of-attraction-quotes motivational-speaker-susan-young quotes-by-susan-c-young relationship-quotes susanspeaks-com | Susan C. Young | |
| 40b5992 | As you seek new opportunities to make favorable first impressions, be ever aware of the subtle effect that physical positioning and distance/closeness can have on your interactions with others and use this understanding to your advantage. | communication-skills customer-service-quotes emotional-intelligence-quotes expressions-of-emotion law-of-attraction-quotes motivational-speaker-susan-young quotes-by-susan-c-young relationship-quotes susanspeaks-com | Susan C. Young | |
| e05d75a | To cultivate bravery and courage, interview brave people and learn their secrets. Whom do you know that displays courage and confidence? Ask them for their best practices, mimic their actions, follow their steps, utilize their methods. Ask if they will mentor you. | communication-skills conquer-fear emotional-intelligence-quotes motivational-speaker-susan-young positive-first-impression-quotes quotes-by-susan-c-young relationship-quotes susanspeaks-com | Susan C. Young | |
| 3e7e90c | To cultivate bravery and courage, change your attitude toward failure. Many successful people will tell you that if you aren't failing, you aren't trying--that failure is an essential precursor to achieving worthwhile endeavors. Failing (no matter how hard) is one of life's best teachers for winning the next time. | communication-skills conquer-fear emotional-intelligence-quotes motivational-speaker-susan-young positive-first-impression-quotes quotes-by-susan-c-young relationship-quotes susanspeaks-com | Susan C. Young | |
| f76a73f | To cultivate bravery and courage, practice, practice, practice. Each time you test your bravery you grow your self-assurance and increase your comfort to a greater degree. Repetition helps build confidence and competence. You did it; now do it again! | communication-skills conquer-fear emotional-intelligence-quotes motivational-speaker-susan-young positive-first-impression-quotes quotes-by-susan-c-young relationship-quotes susanspeaks-com | Susan C. Young | |
| 3de2492 | Self-confident people don't make their self-esteem, self-image, happiness, or self-confidence dependent on another person's approval, validation, or acceptance. | charm-quotes communication-quotes communication-skills first-impressions motivational-speaker relationship-quotes self-confidence self-esteem-quotes susan-young | Susan C. Young | |
| e446f7b | Energy & Aura. You release your own distinctive energy signature which naturally produces a physical presence. When you emit positive energy, thoughts, feelings, and vibrations, you attract more positives into your life. | communication-skills customer-service-quotes emotional-intelligence-quotes eye-contact-quotes motivational-speaker-susan-young quotes-by-susan-c-young relationship-quotes susanspeaks-com | Susan C. Young | |
| bad7978 | Although my sister, Liz, is socially engaging and very confident with people, she tends to more of an introvert. She generates energy from the inside, from center to circumference, and would rather have one-on-one conversations to connect quietly and deeply. I, on the other hand, am energized by walking into a room filled with three hundred strangers; I like to meet as many people as possible and walk out with new friends. After all that .. | employee-engagement first-impressions-quotes hire-keynote-speaker introvert-or-extrovert motivational-leadership-speaker personality-styles quotes-by-susan-c-young relationship-quotes speaker-susan-young | Susan C. Young | |
| d851fe6 | To Polish the Gold & Help Others Shine . . . Focus on the Positives: Focusing on the positives will get you further in business and further in life. Whatever you focus on will expand. If you focus on what you do not like about another person, they will become so intolerable to you that you cannot bear to be around them. However, if you focus on their positives and can find something redeeming, regardless of how small, the positivity needed .. | find-the-best-in-others how-to-give-a-compliment motivational-speaker-susan-young polish-the-gold positive-first-impression-quotes positivity-quotes quotes-by-susan-c-young relationship-quotes susanspeaks-com | Susan C. Young | |
| c195e70 | Groundbreaking research at Cal Tech has now revealed that humans not only tend to synchronize their movements, such as clapping in unison or walking at the same pace, but they also synchronize their social interactions as well. | employee-engagement first-impressions-quotes hire-keynote-speaker introvert-or-extrovert motivational-leadership-speaker personality-styles quotes-by-susan-c-young relationship-quotes speaker-susan-young | Susan C. Young | |
| b7ef156 | Popularity does not equal respect. It is not only kids who will do what they think they must to fit in and be popular--adults do it too. | communication-skills first-impressions motivational-speaker passionate-living relationship-quotes self-confidence self-esteem self-esteem-quotes susan-young | Susan C. Young | |
| 15a8c5e | Wouldn't you rather have the respect of your friends and colleagues than succumb to pressure to do and say things that are out of character in order to feel accepted? You can overcome this habit simply by learning to say "no." | communication-skills first-impressions motivational-speaker passionate-living relationship-quotes self-confidence self-esteem self-esteem-quotes susan-young | Susan C. Young | |
| f2cbe84 | Healthy self-esteem rests upon a strong foundation of core values and an inclination to act and speak in alignment with those values. | communication-skills first-impressions motivational-speaker passionate-living relationship-quotes self-confidence self-esteem self-esteem-quotes susan-young | Susan C. Young | |
| 00356a2 | Living in integrity with one's principles that are held in high regard engenders respect--both from others and self. | communication-skills first-impressions motivational-speaker passionate-living relationship-quotes self-confidence self-esteem self-esteem-quotes susan-young | Susan C. Young | |
| 4ac2d99 | It is human nature for self-doubt to occasionally creep in and take up residence. It happens to even the most successful people among us. | communication-skills first-impressions motivational-speaker passionate-living relationship-quotes self-confidence self-esteem self-esteem-quotes susan-young | Susan C. Young | |
| 9e1c385 | We all go through times of self-doubt, times when we may question our abilities and hope we can live up to the expectations of others. | communication-skills first-impressions motivational-speaker passionate-living relationship-quotes self-confidence self-esteem self-esteem-quotes susan-young | Susan C. Young | |
| 8905661 | What we often forget is that most everyone else has dealt with the same struggles and uncertainties. You get to pick your response when this doubt creeps in. Will you allow it to undermine your confidence, or instead, choose to look at it objectively? | communication-skills first-impressions motivational-speaker passionate-living relationship-quotes self-confidence self-esteem self-esteem-quotes susan-young | Susan C. Young | |
| 03ab536 | With an objective eye, take an inventory of your successes and enlist the honest feedback of a trusted and respected mentor or peer. Chances are they see you in a better light than you see yourself! | communication-skills first-impressions motivational-speaker passionate-living relationship-quotes self-confidence self-esteem self-esteem-quotes susan-young | Susan C. Young |