It can sometimes feel like AI can do everything, from creating a slick presentation to answering the most esoteric questions. However, there is at least one area where the human touch is still essential, and that is in the realm of interpersonal communication. The more AI pervades our lives, the more critical it is to master the following “real world”
An essential goal of any program or keynote I deliver is that participants leave with an awareness of their every word, action and interaction – and the impact on how their behavior impacts others. In fact, I firmly believe that elevating self-awareness – otherwise known as your SAQ —
Research has shown that participants will never forget everything they have said during a meeting—and some of what you have said. That is why inviting as much participation from others as possible is a critical skill, whether it is giving a presentation, facilitating a meeting, or simply having a conversation. Encouraging people to participate transforms them from a “passive” to an “active” mode, resulting in greater engagement, more idea generation,
I co-wrote a book called Own Your Space a couple of years ago. One of my favorite chapters is called Own Your Confidence. Here is an excerpt.
Exuding a level of ease and confidence is critical to your career success because confidence has the power to create self-fulfilling prophecies.
Success may not be an easy journey for anyone, but when you’re navigating your way to the next level,
When you present information or answer a call, how would you rate your level of energy?
Do you exude the level of energy that says, “I am here, I am present, and what I have to communicate is important?” Or do you sound tired and disinterested? Energy is one of those intangible non-verbal qualities that is most noticeable when lacking.
Exuding a level of positive energy takes work, especially if you are in back-to-back meetings.
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| I spent the month of January in South Africa, where 11 official languages are spoken.
Something I have tried to do each time I get into an Uber or pay for an item is ask how you say thank you in the language of the person I am interacting with. The look of sheer delight on the person’s face is always worth the effort, even if I butcher the pronunciation. |
When most people think of Networking, they think of awkward cocktail party banter, reaching out to power players to ask a favor, and contending with shameless self-promoters.
The good news is that it doesn’t have to be any of those things!
Let’s reframe and take the negative association from a natural human inclination to build genuine, mutually beneficial long-term relationships.
This is by no means an exhaustive list,
