Constant interrupting can lead to feeling dismissed, belittled and even rejected. You can be assertive. And still be nice.” Galina Hitching Source: Science of People. Link. Hitching shares five main reasons people keep interrupting you: They are just too excited Interrupting can show connection and relationship Sometimes interrupting is a power play It is a part … [Read more...]
5 nonverbal ways to get someone to quit talking (includes video)
If you get trapped in a conversation, try one of these nonverbal tips to get out of the situation from author Vanessa Van Edwards’ article and excerpts from her book. The fish The bookmark The pupil The touch The teacher Source: Science of People, July 5, 2017. If you’re going to have a conversation with someone who you know is likely to interrupt you, you … [Read more...]
Make your mornings suck less
For some, mornings are the worst part of the day. Vanessa Van Edwards shares five ways to make mornings more enjoyable: Success begins before you step out of bed Spend the first hour of your day like a robot Postpone your morning cup of coffee Absorb energy from the sun’s rays Wake up packed and ready to go Source: Science of People, February 2017. Mornings … [Read more...]