Another Handful of Tips 10 – Sexist Writing The five best tips to remove sexist writing If you want to be accepted by a wider audience avoid the use of sexist words. In subjects that apply to both men and women be careful to use non-sexist language. 1. Avoid using ‘man’ as a…
Another Handful of Tips 9 – Persuading People The five best tips to influence people’s opinions and decisions Get to know your audience and consult them about their needs and concerns. If your messages coincide with their preconceptions, prejudices and beliefs they will pay more attention. 1. Research your target audience What are their needs,…
Another Handful of Tips 8 – Career Goal Achievements The five best tips to help you reach your goal Your hardest decision will have been to decide on your ultimate goal. Then you must motivate yourself and, if necessary, commit to many years of study, self development and hard work. 1. Plan your working…
Another Handful of Tips 7 – Promoting an idea Five of the best tips to help you promote a good idea Recommending a change can be challenging. Workers who have done well under the old regime often resent change. Here are some tips to improve your chances of success when trying to introduce a…
Another Handful of Tips 6 – A new job Five of the best tips when starting a new job Starting a new job can be stressful. By following these five simple tips you will find it much easier. 1. Make a favourable impression Always arrive on time.Respect the dress code of the company you are…
Another Handful of Tips 5 – A new year Five of the best tips for starting a new year A new year is a wonderful time to decide to reorganise some aspects of your life and refresh others. 1. Get rid of your clutter Clean up your work and study space. Dispose of all…
Another Handful of Tips 4 – Human relations Five of the best tips for helping you get on with people Success in life often depends on how well you communicate with others. Here are some recommendations for you to consider. 1. Establish a rapport When you meet for the first time , smile and show…
Another Handful of Tips 3 – Asking better questions Five of the best tips for improving the way you ask questions Effective leaders need to master the skills of asking questions to find essential information and to develop a closer relationship with people. Without the right question you will never get the right answer. 1.…
Another Handful of Tips 2 – Your action plan Five of the best tips to achieve a goal An action plan is a step by step approach to achieve a goal or goals. Ideally it should state simply who does what by when. 1. Set your goal or goals Your goals should be simple and…
Five of the best writing tips Most people are lazy readers. If you want to be read keep your writing simple and follow these rules. Write right: 1. Think about your reader Keep their image before you as you write. What would interest them? Write to arouse their interest, or stir their imagination. If you…
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