business communication Tag

20 Nov The KLT (Know, Like, and Trust) Factor for Relationship Building

Posted at 15:31h in Career Success, Communication, Executive Presence, Influence, Leadership by Sarah Hathorn 0 Comments

In today’s rapidly changing and highly competitive business environment it is more crucial than ever to concentrate on building high quality sustainable relationships. Unfortunately many leaders forget to leverage the KLT Factor when communicating face-to-face to build that vital rapport. But when people know, like,...

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07 Nov Power Words Boost Your Influence

Posted at 10:12h in Career Success, Communication, Leadership by Sarah Hathorn 0 Comments

As a leader you are probably accustomed to taking charge. You are comfortable being assertive. You are trained and practiced at giving orders. In fact, it’s probably a natural part of your personality. Unfortunately that also means that you may have developed a bad unconscious habit....

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12 Sep Negotiate with Impact

Posted at 10:20h in Career Success, Communication, Leadership by Sarah Hathorn 0 Comments

When discussing a promotion or negotiating after being invited aboard at a new organization, how you handle yourself can have long-range and career-changing results. But it’s usually hard to perform under pressure, and you certainly don’t want to appear nervous. That’s why I recommend to...

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11 Sep Leverage Lateral Promotions into a Quantum Career Leap!

Posted at 11:37h in Career Success, Communication, Executive Presence, Leadership by Sarah Hathorn 0 Comments

Today’s leaders often view lateral promotions as a setback vs. an opportunity, and out of fear they pass them up – which can result in a real career setback. But I never saw promotions across the grid as an impediment to progress. Over my career...

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14 Aug How to Strengthen Your Board Room Communication 9 Ways

Posted at 08:47h in Career Success, Communication, Executive Presence, Leadership, Women In Leadership by Sarah Hathorn 0 Comments

Many corporate executives have an intense fear of communicating to boards and top senior executives. Despite acknowledging it as a rare opportunity for great career exposure they still dread it. But if that describes you I can assure you that you are not alone. As an...

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07 Aug Give Your Attitude More Altitude

Posted at 10:00h in Career Acceleration, Career Success, Communication, Executive Presence, Leadership, Leadership Mindset by Sarah Hathorn 0 Comments

Mindset is Influential Attitude is contagious and can spread like wildfire in a positive way that enhances productivity and raises the energy level of everyone around you. Of course negativity is just as contagious and can also go viral, infecting the whole organization with low morale...

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31 Jul Hire, Inspire, and Engage

Posted at 11:10h in Career Acceleration, Career Success, Communication, Executive Presence, Leadership by Sarah Hathorn 0 Comments

Leaders have to get outside their own heads enough to see to it that the minds and passions of their employees are fully engaged for the greater good of the entire organization. This is Not Your Daddy’s Era That’s the real test of a leader in...

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25 Jul Leadership Lessons from Penn State: The Necessity of Accountability

Posted at 10:34h in Communication, Leadership by Sarah Hathorn 0 Comments

The unspeakable crimes at Penn State are a source of local and national outrage and sadness. Our continued thoughts and prayers go out to the victims and their families as they attempt to heal and recover. But there are lessons to be learned here for all...

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10 Jul Communicate to Influence: Avoid 7 Major Talking Traps

Posted at 10:02h in Career Success, Communication, Corporate Culture, Leadership by Sarah Hathorn 0 Comments

Unprofessional communication can throw your fast track career into reverse faster than you can say “oops.” That’s why I like to warn my clients to beware of what I call the seven deadly sins of communication. 1) Loose Tongues Lose Credibility If you wouldn’t say it...

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08 May How to Flip the Internal Easy Switch

Posted at 14:49h in Career Success, Communication, Executive Presence, Leadership by Sarah Hathorn 0 Comments

Do you have areas in your life or work where you feel chronic resistance on the path to success and productivity? If so, that’s usually your intuition telling you that the real source of the problem is your mindset. But don’t despair because that’s good...

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