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5 Things You’re Doing on Video Calls That Turn People Off
Imagine sitting in a room with a prospect, and they scroll on their phone while you speak. You likely feel frustrated, annoyed, insulted, ignored — maybe even disrespected. Video calls are no different — others notice when you do things that show you're not fully present. If you often behave this way, they'll view you […]
When presenting to prospects, potential investors or your CEO and board, you know you need strong content and confident delivery. But neither guarantees buy-in. Plenty of executives have both and still walk out without the outcome they came for. What's the secret of those who consistently get the outcomes they want? Understanding their audience. While you prep slides and rehearse your remarks, really think […]
This article was originally published in Private Company Director and was written by Aimee Long. What happens to companies when board presence is “off” and why directors must hold themselves to the same standard they expect of company leaders. Most conversations about executive presence center on CEOs and their ability to command a room, articulate strategy […]
Would you rather clean out your inbox than mingle in a room full of strangers? Thinking to yourself, “I know how important relationship building is, and I should do (more of) it, but...” then you find an excuse. When networking feels forced or drains you, it’s easy to choose anything else over putting yourself out […]
Can we talk about “ghosting” in business? We’re all guilty sometimes, right? This poor communication habit damages relationships, erodes trust and directly impacts revenue—making ghosting a critical business liability. Here are three all-too-common scenarios: The Vendor Vanish: A new vendor you reached out to sends a contract after weeks of discussions, but because of new […]
We've all been there: a challenging conversation looming ahead, heart racing, mind spinning with worst-case scenarios. Whether it’s a critical discussion with your CEO about a missed revenue target, a tense meeting with a key client about unmet expectations, or a delicate conversation with a team member about their professional development, difficult conversations can feel […]
