Michelle Simms - Articles

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Become a Communication Pro in the Workplace
Public speaking can bring up the biggest fear in all of us. Even the most experienced speakers such as Bill Gates, Dr Phil McGraw, Mark Victor Hansen and others feel fear. In fact, it's very common and natural to feel some level of fear when presenting. What's more important is... Read
By: Michelle Simms | 26/11/2007 | Motivational
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Recruiting the Generation "Y" Workforce
Trying to keep up with their demands could send any company into a frenzy but remember workplace diversity is not just about culture: it's about the way people think. This generation is very different from any other generation the workplace has seen. Read
By: Michelle Simms | 26/11/2007 | Communication
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Credit Market: Credit Repair Whiz
It looks like First Premier Bank of South Dakota has agreed to refund $4.5 million dollar to New York consumers based on illegal and deceptive marketing tactics. Since everything we do today is unfairly linked to the credit score, it will cost these victims more than they think. Read
By: Michelle Simms | 27/08/2007 | Finance
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Mentoring: A Profitable Resource
Mentoring can have positive outcomes. However, not all mentoring situations experience successful outcomes. Some individuals may need to be trained to become effective mentors. Consider hiring a coach with the transition. A coach understands each person's optimal learning approach has its own unique fingerprint and can be an asset to the arrangement. Read
By: Michelle Simms | 13/08/2007 | Motivational
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The Power Of Performance Feedback
The basic question is what to do with the feedback we receive. Some people deflect it, deny it, explain it away, or in some other way try to protect themselves from the potential impact of the feedback they receive. The defensiveness is a clue that you are about to learn something very important about yourself. Read
By: Michelle Simms | 10/07/2007 | Self Help