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Can you train people to be happier at work?

12/12/2011 - 10:00 - 11479 reads - 22 comments

Can employees learn to be happy? Martin Addison says four daily habits can bring about a more positive mindset.

Coaching and the art of listening

30/11/2011 - 09:20 - 1777 reads

As the dynamic of the workplace changes, employee engagement remains as challenging as ever. Sabine Stritch says coaching can help.

Breaking down language barriers means better business

21/11/2011 - 09:00 - 809 reads

foreign language, language training, cultural training, diversity

Armin Hopp suggests ways in which senior managers can assess the organisational requirements for multilingualism.

How to stand out from the freelance crowd

07/11/2011 - 09:00 - 1307 reads

With social media and blogs dominating the web, it's time to take on board the following tips from PR expert Jess Suter.

The art of negotiation – a corporate perspective

21/10/2011 - 08:30 - 1298 reads - 1 comment

Negotiation is a skill – like any other – that can be learned through good models and frequent practise.

Social media skills pt 6: How to avoid being boring and predictable

19/10/2011 - 06:00 - 1233 reads

Keep your social media updates fresh and inject some fun into them too, says Colette Mason.

How to find the best place to network for you and your business

12/10/2011 - 06:00 - 880 reads

With so many places to network, how do you go about finding the best one? Heather Townsend provides some pointers.

Body language clinic: eyes and arms

25/09/2011 - 21:00 - 5421 reads - 1 comment

Resident body language expert Peter Clayton continues his look at questions from the community. Here he analyses eyes and arms.

How to develop your influencing skills

25/09/2011 - 08:00 - 1685 reads - 1 comment

people talking, conversation, coaching, management talk, mentoring

Flatter organisations require managers to influence a wider range of people. James Shirreff provides the tips.

How to be an expert listener

21/09/2011 - 09:30 - 2139 reads

whisper, listen, mouths, talking, secrets

Hilary Fraser offers some practical ways for professional communicators to become truly expert listeners.

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