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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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10 Top Interpersonal Skills That Employers Look For

CMOE

What are interpersonal skills? Interpersonal skills refer to interactions between people, especially those related to positive engagement with others, successful teamwork, and the ability to integrate into an organization. It typically takes a person with excellent interpersonal skills to create a cohesive team.

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Selling challenges in professional services: Sales processes and skills

Red Star Kim

Digital environment – Where people buy people, the challenge of forging strong personal relationships becomes more acute when most communications are managed through digital channels. Sales skills There are numerous inventories of what selling skills and qualities are needed.

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

Red Star Kim

Four themes in the art of selling – Integrating marketing and sales (kimtasso.com) A creative exercise on engagement generated some interesting metaphors – for example, a brick wall suggesting a lack of communication, a carrot considering motivation and a Leonardo di Caprio shrug suggesting indifference.

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Soft skills revisited – with a leadership perspective

Red Star Kim

Back in July 2020 I shared some research insights from my book “ Essential Soft Skills for Lawyers ” which generated significant interest – not least from the associated nine-minute video explaining “soft” skills featuring the Worry Monster. New soft skills for remote working. Whether digitally or in person.

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

Red Star Kim

Learning is critical for both retaining people and preparing for the future A new (free to members) Skills Development Platform includes significant content, a learning management system, gamification (e.g. This confirms the vital contribution of the professional services sector at a time when growth in the UK overall is flat-lining.

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8 Eternally Human Leadership Competencies

MDI Training

While AI can assist with data analysis and pattern recognition, the ability to think creatively and develop new approaches is a uniquely human skill. Effective Communication Leadership often requires clear and persuasive communication. This includes not only conveying information but also inspiring and motivating others.