Dec 15 2007
Tip 1: Avoid the Term Negotiate When Possible.
The word negotiate connotes a winner and a loser, or at best a compromise between two dissatisfied people. Instead of “negotiating
Dec 05 2007
Tip 1: Lower Your Pitch to Sound More Authoritative and Credible.
We generally use musical terms to categorize people’s voices: soprano, alto, tenor, baritone, and bass. People with a high-pitched voice give the impression of being nervous, immature, lacking in confidence, or even slightly emotional and hysterical. People with low pitches sound confident and competent.
You can modify your own voice once you become aware of your pitch; voice coaches and self-help tapes and books tell you exactly how to effect and practice this change. If you want to make it to the board room, adopt the lower hushed tones most often heard there.
Tip 2: Speak at a Slower Rate to Convey Seriousness, Authority, and Thoughtful Deliberation.
A slow rate of speech implies well-chosen words and underscores the import of the message. The pace give a listener time to contemplate what’s being said and attach the appropriate significance. Continue Reading »