Some people come in our life and quickly go. Some stay for a while and leave our souls dancing around. They awake us to a new understanding and leave footprints in out hearts. And we are never ever same again...
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Aug 29, 2007
Aug 20, 2007
What if
Hindsight is 20/20. Sometimes we look back on 1990s and wishing that If we had had more courage, only if we had stayed there longer, only if we had acceptted that opportunity. The fact of the matter is whats done is done and can't be undone. We can certainly learn from it and start making more courageous decision today or else in ten years, yet again be sitting here and saying what ifs.
Fortunately we still live in a world that's filled with opportunity, now more than ever. So better stop thinking about forever and start making the decisions today..
good week you all!
Fortunately we still live in a world that's filled with opportunity, now more than ever. So better stop thinking about forever and start making the decisions today..
good week you all!
Aug 11, 2007
Say "no" to "no"
Through my experience, I thought this might be something to write upon.. sometimes we should opt to say no to no.
Problem with answering questions or request with the word "no," is that it can set off a chain of negative events. Therefore, the next time you're tempted to say "no," consider that there is usually an alternative "yes." For example, if someone asks you to help out with a problem, it's better to refer them to someone who can lend a hand rather than say you can't help.
It has amazed me how many times we try to get through to others without any success. Remember, not answering your emails and voice mails is usually taken as an implied "no." Making it a policy to acknowledge the message in a reasonable amount of time, which will build goodwill and show you are attentive to others' needs. It can also earn some respect and appreciation.
Its a wonderful weekend,
better day than good, signing off yazi~/
Problem with answering questions or request with the word "no," is that it can set off a chain of negative events. Therefore, the next time you're tempted to say "no," consider that there is usually an alternative "yes." For example, if someone asks you to help out with a problem, it's better to refer them to someone who can lend a hand rather than say you can't help.
It has amazed me how many times we try to get through to others without any success. Remember, not answering your emails and voice mails is usually taken as an implied "no." Making it a policy to acknowledge the message in a reasonable amount of time, which will build goodwill and show you are attentive to others' needs. It can also earn some respect and appreciation.
Its a wonderful weekend,
better day than good, signing off yazi~/
Aug 5, 2007
5 Cs of successful communication
Pat Croce an author and sales speaker came up with 5 C's of successful communication. I thought its worth sharing them.
Clear - speaking straight, in black or white avoids assumptions, and lets your directives, directions, instructions and interpretations come through clearly.
Concise - Rambling on and on shuts off listeners and jeopardizes the important messages you are trying to convey.
Consistent - Nothing frustrates people more than if you change your message to meet the moods of the day. Don't let other person you talk to sway what you are going to say. Make up your mind and convey it clearly.
Credible - A message must be credible. People have a nose for sniffing out implausible statements and ideas.
Courteous - Simple words and phrases such as "hello," "please," "excuse me," are some of the most important and effective expressions in the English language. Use them as often as you can. It doesn't take much effort to be courteous and to demonstrate respect to others.
I think that is some good start for better communication. For any relationship to develop and prosper it is must to have good communication. Understanding only develops for communicating. I personally have had unsuccessful times with others and if I can pin point to the cause I can certainly say when the communication link broke that's when my relationship with others deteriorated. Now I emphasis more on communicating successfully.
Hope everyone had a great weekend, have a even better week ahead... take care/
Clear - speaking straight, in black or white avoids assumptions, and lets your directives, directions, instructions and interpretations come through clearly.
Concise - Rambling on and on shuts off listeners and jeopardizes the important messages you are trying to convey.
Consistent - Nothing frustrates people more than if you change your message to meet the moods of the day. Don't let other person you talk to sway what you are going to say. Make up your mind and convey it clearly.
Credible - A message must be credible. People have a nose for sniffing out implausible statements and ideas.
Courteous - Simple words and phrases such as "hello," "please," "excuse me," are some of the most important and effective expressions in the English language. Use them as often as you can. It doesn't take much effort to be courteous and to demonstrate respect to others.
I think that is some good start for better communication. For any relationship to develop and prosper it is must to have good communication. Understanding only develops for communicating. I personally have had unsuccessful times with others and if I can pin point to the cause I can certainly say when the communication link broke that's when my relationship with others deteriorated. Now I emphasis more on communicating successfully.
Hope everyone had a great weekend, have a even better week ahead... take care/
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