Small Biz Tip: People Skills: Improvement

Tips from March 2, 2010

The Small Business tips today discuss how to improve people skills.

1. Pay attention to others. Observe, acknowledge, ask for their opinions and beliefs, and make eye contact.
2. Everyone loves humor. Be clever, make people smile and laugh. They might not remember the joke, but will remember how you made them feel.
3. Don't complain. Spare your grievances. Keep your negativity to yourself to avoid boring others and giving yourself a bad reputation.
4. Be appreciative. Find positives in every situation. Tell people you appreciate them through encouragement, praise, and welcoming gestures.

Daily Overview: Improving your people skills well help in creating and enhancing professional and personal relationships.