Monthly Tips

"To do great things is difficult; but to command great things is more difficult."
Friedrich Nietzsche

Organization Tip:

Question: We want to help our associates understand what it means when someone refers to an individual as having “Professional Presence”.

Answer: Presence can be very subjective. However, it’s a critical part of success in today’s business environment. The three elements that are usually brought up regarding presence are appearance, communication and behavioral skills. These factors create a chemistry that consistently connects that person to an audience. Note that the important words are chemistry and audience.

Tip For Men:

Question: I have been told that my body language does not promote confidence.

Answer: Some things for you to consider are: stand up straight, not stooped or listing to one side; maintain good eye contact meaning that you are looking at the person you are speaking with and do not fidget or sway your body.

Tip For Women:

Question: How can I be viewed as having presence when I am one of two women members of a predominately male leadership team?

Answer: Communicating with leaders in a team meeting setting is critical to being considered a contributing member. Know when to speak and make sure you add to the conversation. Robert W. Selander, retiring Chairman of MasterCard, is quoted in the NY Times as saying, “Presence is knowing what to communicate, and how.”

The Art of Business and Social Interaction®

Question: I am a new board member and am participating in my first board meeting. How do you recommend that I get to know some of the board members prior to the meeting?

Answer: Arrive early but do not sit down. Initiate introductions. Let them know a few things about yourself and how pleased you are to be a new member of the board.
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	"To do great things is difficult; but to command great things is more difficult." Friedrich Nietzsche Organization Tip: Question: We want to help our associates understand what it means when someone refers to an individual as having “Professional Presence”. Answer: Presence can be very subjective. However, it’s a critical part of success in today’s business environment. The three elements that are usually brought up regarding presence are appearance, communication and behavioral skills. These factors create a chemistry that consistently connects that person to an audience. Note that the important words are chemistry and audience. Tip For Men: Question: I have been told that my body language does not promote confidence. Answer: Some things for you to consider are: stand up straight, not stooped or listing to one side; maintain good eye contact meaning that you are looking at the person you are speaking with and do not fidget or sway your body. Tip For Women: Question: How can I be viewed as having presence when I am one of two women members of a predominately male leadership team? Answer: Communicating with leaders in a team meeting setting is critical to being considered a contributing member. Know when to speak and make sure you add to the conversation. Robert W. Selander, retiring Chairman of MasterCard, is quoted in the NY Times as saying, “Presence is knowing what to communicate, and how.” The Art of Business and Social Interaction® Question: I am a new board member and am participating in my first board meeting. How do you recommend that I get to know some of the board members prior to the meeting? Answer: Arrive early but do not sit down. Initiate introductions. Let them know a few things about yourself and how pleased you are to be a new member of the board.	`
Take the next step! Call (630)530-9440 or e-mail: anna@personalimagesinc.com Corporate Services \| Individual Services \| Principal's Background \| Keynotes and Seminars \| In the News Copyright © 2010 by Personal Images, Inc.