Interview to GET the JOB!
Employers say that communication skills are the number one skill they look for in hiring a new employee. To get to the next level in your career you need more than a great resume, you need to be able to give a dynamic interview. An interview...
The Power of Perspective
The power and differences in perspective is a wonderful thing! We can learn so much from our peers by listening to their different points of view. I recently read a story that a man wrote about his experience on the public bus. The bus was at a red light in front of...
Leonardo DiCaprio’s Quote about Public Speaking
Leo certainly has become a more confident and passionate speaker since 1998! His speech given at last night's oscar awards was smooth, concise, and well prepared. Preparation is so important when speaking to an audience. If you don't, the anxiety you have about public...
Chicago Women’s Conference 2016
I will be speaking this year at the Chicago Women's Conference on March 18, 2016. The event will go from 7:45 a.m. t0 3 p.m. and I will speak from 9:30- 10:30 a.m. about living life one frame at time and focusing on priorities. Come listen to my inspirational talk...
Third Annual Public Speaking Symposium
Are you asked to present in front of an audience at times? Are you looking to touch up your speaking skills? Award winning speech coach Lori Klinka and other qualified speakers will be presenting a public event at the 3rd Annual Public Speaking Symposium. Klinka and...
The Importance of Speaking
We can never underestimate the importance of speaking, especially if there is something meaningful you have to communicate. If you have something inspiring, honest, necessary or helpful to say, it’s important you get the message across. For some people, this is easier...
A Client Success Story
I often work with people who are asked to give a presentation at a conference. Brian Littleton, founder and CEO of ShareASale was recently asked to give the opening keynote at Affiliate Summit East 2015 in New York. He was comfortable speaking on panels and to small...
The Power of Words
When I think about the power of words, I am often blown away. Words are the bond that form friendships, business partners, and marriages. Words can inspire a group of people or even a nation to take action. Words, written or spoken, can create an entirely new world...
What the Interviewer Should Know about You
In the previous tip, we reviewed what the focus in the interview should be. There are 3 things to focus on: The interviewer, the message, and yourself. The majority of your attention needs to be directed to the interviewer and not yourself, and you will most likely...
Focus on the Interviewer to Get the Job
In last week’s blog, I have discussed the most important thing to keep in mind when going to an interview: Remember that it is a conversation and not an interrogation! Employers want people with great communication skills, and the impression you give is at the...