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Key interpersonal skills for business leaders and managers

ACT

Interpersonal skills” is an umbrella term for how you build rapport , or communicate and interact with others. These are the skills that enable you to work with and lead team members. Whether you’re a business owner or manager, you must have the ability to convey information clearly and concisely.

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Assertive communication: The importance of voice

Red Star Kim

A key theme from the workshop was Assertive communication: The importance of voice. Keys to Assertive Communication Assertiveness is the ability to stand up for what you believe while staying calm and positive and respecting others’ views. What Are The Six C’s Of Compelling Communication? And Why Should You Care?

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Entrepreneurial Competency: What it Is & Why it Matters

Hubspot Sales

You might achieve entrepreneurial competency through emotional resilience, self-awareness, or interpersonal skills. These skills are all entrepreneurial competencies. This skill helps you understand your core strengths and weaknesses. Need clarification on competency versus competencies ? No worries.

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Proactive marketing and business development executives – CRM, internal engagement and career insights

Red Star Kim

Some firms were fortunate to have integrated CRM systems (such as InterAction and Salesforce) that incorporated opportunity and sales tracking information so this was not a problem. Sometimes it is because we need to find better ways to communicate. Sometimes marketing and sales system are not integrated.

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Consultative Selling: What You Need To Know To Succeed

Brooks Group

Don’t ask shallow questions – pose thoughts that lead to more information. They can reveal personal information, all while creating a closer connection to the potential customer. Your sales skills benefit the sales process, so ensure you practice them as much as possible. These will keep you on track.

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Managing Partners’ Forum – Highlights from the Advisory Board Meeting September 2023

Red Star Kim

Below is a summary of the key issues discussed in September to illustrate the nature of information and debate typical of these meetings: Managing Partners’ Forum – Highlights from the Advisory Board Meeting September 2023. Governance information is often requested in pitches and tenders. A guest speaker is usually invited.

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Selling challenges in professional services: Sales processes and skills

Red Star Kim

Protectionism – Some fee-earners could be insecure and defensive about sharing client information and relationships. Digital environment – Where people buy people, the challenge of forging strong personal relationships becomes more acute when most communications are managed through digital channels.