Focused on enhancing personal and professional relationships, this book offers strategies to accelerate career advancement, boost children's educational success, and improve team dynamics. It emphasizes effective communication and connection techniques to foster stronger family bonds, making it a comprehensive guide for anyone looking to enhance their interpersonal skills and achieve their goals in various aspects of life.
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- 2021
- 2014
Customer Service Excellence
- 102 pages
- 4 hours of reading
Customer Service Excellence is a mini-training program in a book designed for customer service professionals, customer service representatives, sales people and business professionals. Customer Service Excellence combines self-study with realistic workplace activities to build advanced knowledge of customer service principles. In a selling situation this Learning Short-take(r) helps to uncover customer needs and sell the value of the produce on benefits rather than just price. In a customer service environment this Learning Short-take(r) helps to listen to the voice of the customer, responding to their stated needs and uncovering their unstated needs. The book includes free downloadable job aids and tools.
- 2011
The book explores strategies for recognizing and leveraging influence to create opportunities in both personal and professional contexts. It emphasizes the importance of understanding interpersonal dynamics and offers practical techniques for building relationships, enhancing communication, and fostering collaboration. Readers will learn how to identify key influencers in their environment and maximize their impact to achieve desired outcomes, making it a valuable resource for anyone looking to enhance their influence and seize opportunities effectively.
- 2010
Effective meetings are crucial for productivity, and this book provides practical strategies to enhance their value. It covers techniques for planning, conducting, and following up on meetings to ensure they are efficient and goal-oriented. The author emphasizes the importance of clear objectives, participant engagement, and time management, offering insights into overcoming common challenges. With actionable tips and real-world examples, readers will learn how to transform meetings into powerful tools for collaboration and decision-making.
- 2010
Strategic Performance Consulting
Develop a proactive approach towards learning needs analysis
- 116 pages
- 5 hours of reading
Focusing on the evolution of training roles, this book guides trainers, educators, and facilitators in transitioning to a Strategic Performance Consulting (SPC) approach. It emphasizes the shift from reactive training to proactive consultation, enabling professionals to enhance individual, team, and organizational performance. The content addresses common business challenges and offers practical strategies for incorporating SPC tasks into existing roles. Additionally, it includes valuable downloadable tools like the SPC Cycle Card and summary aids to support effective implementation.
- 2010
Effective recruitment strategies are the focus of this guide, which reveals essential techniques for selecting the ideal candidate. It emphasizes understanding job requirements and the importance of aligning candidates' skills with organizational goals. The book also explores behavioral interviewing methods and offers insights on assessing cultural fit, ensuring that hiring decisions lead to positive outcomes for both the employee and the organization. Practical tips and real-world examples enhance the reader's ability to make informed hiring choices.
- 2010
Focusing on effective negotiation strategies, this book provides practical tools and techniques designed to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes. It emphasizes the importance of preparation, understanding different negotiation styles, and the role of communication in reaching agreements. The author draws on real-world examples and insights to illustrate how to navigate complex negotiations successfully, making it a valuable resource for professionals seeking to enhance their negotiation skills and foster collaborative relationships.
- 2010
Fast-track Instructional Design
- 108 pages
- 4 hours of reading
Focused on enhancing course development, this guide introduces the ID9 framework, which streamlines the instructional design process. It emphasizes practical strategies and best practices to create engaging and effective educational experiences. The book covers essential elements like learner analysis, content organization, and assessment methods, making it a valuable resource for educators and instructional designers seeking to improve their skills and efficiency in course creation.
- 2010
Listen and Be Listened To
Transform communication in a world of distraction
- 100 pages
- 4 hours of reading
Focusing on the essential skills of effective listening, this book offers a blend of self-study and practical workplace activities. Readers will enhance their ability to build stronger relationships with colleagues and leaders by honing their communication skills. It provides valuable tips and techniques to improve active listening, emphasizing that mastering this skill fosters respect among both speakers and listeners.
- 2010
Understanding customer psychology is crucial for effective sales. The book emphasizes the importance of identifying and creating perceived needs and wants in potential buyers. It guides experienced salespeople on how to motivate customers to desire the products and services they offer, highlighting strategies to engage and persuade effectively. Through this approach, sales professionals can enhance their ability to connect with customers and drive purchases.