{"id":3657,"date":"2019-05-26T06:12:02","date_gmt":"2019-05-26T06:12:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/workwiseasia.com\/?p=3657"},"modified":"2019-08-27T06:18:15","modified_gmt":"2019-08-27T06:18:15","slug":"5-ways-to-build-your-personal-brand-every-time-you-speak","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/workwiseasia.com\/?p=3657","title":{"rendered":"5 Ways to Build Your Personal Brand Every Time You Speak"},"content":{"rendered":"


\nIf the first thing people notice about us is our appearance, the next notable impression is how we sound. Successful entrepreneurs succeed by speaking slightly differently than the average person. Whether you\u2019re convincing a prospect to become a client, influencing a customer to see your point of view, or inspiring colleagues to do their best work, it\u2019s wise to master the art of persuasion.<\/p>\n

Effective communication is an essential tool in every successful person\u2019s skill set. Here are five ways to tap the powerful conversational tactics and influence people.<\/p>\n

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  1. Speak from knowledge and power. <\/strong>
    \nIf someone asks you a question and you don\u2019t know the answer, don\u2019t just say \u201cI don\u2019t know.\u201d Instead, say something that shows what you do<\/em> know.For example: \u201cDebbie is the real expert on this subject, so let\u2019s loop her into this conversation to see if she can help us answer this question.” That response bolsters your credibility by showing you are actively engaged in solving the problem and that you know how to get information by accessing your colleagues\u2019 expertise.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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    1. Move the conversation forward. <\/strong>
      \nWhen you encounter obstacles, ask your team members, \u201cWhat else can we do now to take another step towards a solution?\u201d Solicit their ideas and listen to their answers, even if they seem far-out or impractical. This encourages people to open up and share what’s on their mind. Someone on your team may have the unique knowledge and talents to see the challenge through new eyes or a new angle.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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      1. Express empathy. <\/strong>
        \nShowing people that you understand and appreciate how hard they work goes a long way toward earning their respect and getting them to value your abilities. Do this by actively listening to their concerns and reflecting their perspective back to them. Employ sympathetic body language (like leaning forward and maintaining direct eye contact) during conversations to show that you are concentrating to what they\u2019re saying. Use phrases like \u201cThat sounds challenging\u201d and \u201cI hear what you\u2019re saying\u201d to promote connection.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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