<p>THE HEADLINE PRINCIPLE The first 30 seconds of any speech are the most important: In those crucial seconds, the audience forms an opinion about the speaker. Therefore, speakers should not waste that precious first half minute stating what they plan to say or how long they plan to speak, thanking a long list of people,&#8230; </p> <div class="link-more"><a href="https://prismtrainingworld.wordpress.com/2016/11/15/persuasion-principles-ii/">Read More</a></div>

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<p>While McGowan developed his seven principles of persuasion based on what makes a good television sound bite, many of the principles work in a wide variety of uncomfortable situations, including those encountered on the job. In all situations, speakers who combine fairness, honesty, and empathy are more likely to see good outcomes result from their&#8230; </p> <div class="link-more"><a href="https://prismtrainingworld.wordpress.com/2016/10/15/persuasion-principles/">Read Mo

<p>CHOOSING WHEN TO GIVE FEEDBACK By identifying the right moments to offer feedback, managers can be more effective in facilitating positive organizational change. Examples of some of the best times managers can give others feedback include: *When someone&#8217;s good work, success, or resourceful behavior deserves recognition. *When there is a high likelihood of improving the&#8230; </p> <div class="link-more"><a href="https://prismtrainingworld.wordpress.com/2016/09/30/giv

<p>GIVING AND RECEIVING FEEDBACK Businesspeople need feedback to guide their careers and direct business results. Feedback is given for only two reasons&#8211;to maintain or change behaviors. Positive feedback is a milestone that lets employees know they are on the right track. Negative feedback helps them understand how to get back on the right track. To&#8230; </p> <div class="link-more"><a href="https://prismtrainingworld.wordpress.com/2016/09/15/giving-receiving-feedback/

<p>USING THE FEEDBACK FORMULA When a businessperson has established a trusting relationship with someone and secured permission to give him or her feedback, it should be done in less than two minutes. Short, direct messages are easier for recipients to hear and act on. The recipients might not like what is being said, but they&#8230; </p> <div class="link-more"><a href="https://prismtrainingworld.wordpress.com/2016/08/31/feedback-skills/">Read More</a></div>

<p>DELIVER AN ELEVATOR PITCH An elevator pitch is a classic technique whereby an individual sells something in a very short period of time. This is accomplished in three easy steps: Create a scene that demonstrates what problem the product solves. Pre-answer anticipated questions and concerns. Close the deal with an action step while asking for a commitment&#8230;. </p> <div class="link-more"><a href="https://prismtrainingworld.wordpress.com/2016/08/13/elevator-pitch/">Read M

<p>SEVEN LEARNING STYLES People learn in different ways, and any audience will include members that have different learning styles. A presenter should accommodate all of these styles. Experts typically recognize seven learning styles: Visual Auditory Verbal Kinesthetic Mathematical Social Solitary Visual aids serve the visual learner best. Including time for group discussions and providing a&#8230; </p> <div class="link-more"><a href="https://prismtrainingworld.wordpress.com/