by Marjorie Saulson | All, Business Skills, Communication, Networking
You never get a second chance to make a good first impression is a truth that has been around for a long time. This is certainly the case when you are giving a presentation of any sort, are attending a networking event (either virtually or in person), or even calling...
by Marjorie Saulson | All, Communication, Public Speaking
I have always been a champion yawner. When I was a kid, I had a hard time remembering to cover my mouth when I yawned. Instead of constantly nagging me about it; my mother would look at me; and with a twinkle in her eye, she would say, Mammoth Cave. Little did I know...
by Marjorie Saulson | All, Communication, Marketing, Networking
Do you hem and haw when you meet someone new who asks you what you do? When you try to explain what you do, do you ever feel that your answer lands on deaf ears? If you go to a marketing event with the idea of sharing information about your business, do you feel like...
by Marjorie Saulson | All, Networking
My maiden effort at networking for my business was a total disaster! My first mistake was going to the wrong type of event. I had just finished my professional training as a voice actor and a friend of mine wangled an invitation for me to attend the annual holiday...
by Marjorie Saulson | All, Business Skills, Communication, Marketing, Networking
Of all the public speaking opportunities available to us, the one that many people feel most uncomfortable with is networking. This discomfort can occur at official networking events, in casual conversations that happen during breaks at conferences and meetings, and...
