Communication Skills Quotes

Simply by living life you will gain new experiences that are uniquely your own. Your vantage points along your journey will help you form your perceptions, grow your influence, and ground you in a wisdom which can only be gained from having been there and having done it.

~ Susan C. Young

Punctuality Plus. When you have scheduled an appointment, or have made a commitment, you have essentially made a promise. Being punctual demonstrates your consideration for others and that you can be depended upon.

~ Susan C. Young

Be and Do what it takes to Have superb results. Nurture a mindset that works for you, rather than against you. Your inner thoughts determine your outer world.

~ Susan C. Young

Your expertise elevates your impressions to an entirely new realm. When you have paid the price, earned the right, and done the homework to be called an expert, people will be impressed.

~ Susan C. Young

Your education can be the ‘make or break’ difference when a hiring manager reads your resume or invites you in for an interview. In our competitive world, today a Master’s Degree has become the new differentiator that a Bachelor’s Degree once was.

~ Susan C. Young

Rather than allowing your failures to define you, learn from your experience to do better next time.

~ Susan C. Young

Rather than staying stuck in stress, unhappiness, or grief, use your experience to find gifts in the pain and grow.

~ Susan C. Young

How can you build credibility without grandstanding as you strive to stand apart from the crowd?

~ Susan C. Young

Your level of education speaks on your behalf. It demonstrates your ability to establish a clear vision, prioritize your goals, and honor your commitments. Oh yeah, did I mention it also makes you smarter?

~ Susan C. Young

Your education is one of the greatest treasures you can ever acquire and something no one can ever take away from you.

~ Susan C. Young

Whether it is in the way you walk, talk, dress, or behave, your personal brand impacts how people react and respond to you. It is the essence of what makes you likable, knowable, and trustworthy. And it is what can make you memorable and sought after in the marketplace.

~ Susan C. Young

It is no longer a matter of IF you have a personal brand--it is a question of “How is it working for you?” Does it best express your intentions, your uniqueness, and your service offering? Is it helping or hindering your progress and success in business?

~ Susan C. Young

What is YOUR personal brand? How are you packaging your unique talents, style, personality and/or products to represent who you are, what you do, and how you show yourself to the world?

~ Susan C. Young

How you accessorize your wardrobe can transform the plainest outfit into a dazzling, unforgettable impression. It can be the mark of your own unique style, an extra splash of fashion, or an expression of your mood.

~ Susan C. Young

Do your clothes make you feel happy, beautiful, comfortable in your skin, handsome, confident, or powerful?

~ Susan C. Young

Which outfits do you get the most compliments on when you are wearing them? What colors make you feel healthy, vibrant, and alive?

~ Susan C. Young

Does your appearance accurately convey the message of who you are that you are trying to get across? When trying to make an excellent first impression in business but in doubt of what to wear, dress one level up from what is expected—if it's casual, dress in business casual, etc.

~ Susan C. Young

You can be dressed to the nines and have it all going on, but if you don’t have shoes to support your look, they can be your undoing. Your shoes should be appropriate, clean, polished, and maintained if you want to make a great impression and fortify your credibility. If your shoes are scuffed, dirty, or worn, clients may wonder what other details you’ve neglected to attend to.

~ Susan C. Young

Is YOUR brand consistent and congruent with your desired outcomes?

~ Susan C. Young

Whether you are in business or simply want to be remembered positively, frankly consider these things: What makes you feel special and significant? What makes you unforgettable? When people see or think of you, what image do you think comes to mind?

~ Susan C. Young

Since nothing stays the same, the great news is that, at any moment, you have the ability and power to move the needle in the direction of your dreams and create a brand that best represents you.

~ Susan C. Young

You can re-design your life, learn a new skill, update your appearance, offer a new service, or even change your attitude.

~ Susan C. Young

You can always create the space to Review, Redo, and Renew as I teach in my book Release the Power of Re3. If you feel it is time to refresh your brand, take a moment to rethink your relevance and apply my 3-step formula.

~ Susan C. Young

How can you stand apart from the herd? How can you start to be noticed so people will remember you? How can you be heard above the noise? “What is your personal branding that makes you special, unique, individual, and memorable?

~ Susan C. Young

What helps people identify your Super Powers? Instead of hiring a personal PR firm to identify and promote your personal brand, ask yourself what strengths you want to be remembered by.

~ Susan C. Young

A “brand” identifies how you are unique and different. It is an attention-getter to help you stack up against your competitors. It also shares with us what we can expect by doing business with you.

~ Susan C. Young

Take a searching inventory of your speech, habits, behaviors, appearance, hobbies, preferences, talents, and products. The key is what makes you distinct and unlike others.

~ Susan C. Young

Redesign, renew, and recharge your brand.” Decide what value you bring to others and give it.

~ Susan C. Young

Color is one of the most important and distinctive elements in enhancing your image. Wearing the colors which are best matched to your personality, energy, skin tone, hair color, and body type will make you look healthier, more vibrant, confident, successful, and approachable.

~ Susan C. Young

The times, they are a-changing! What was once defined by tradition, respect, and custom has evolved into a relaxed and casual society. What is acceptable and normal today would never have been permitted in the past.

~ Susan C. Young

Is your appearance representing you well and helping you achieve the results you desire or could you use a style makeover?

~ Susan C. Young

People will form impressions, assumptions, opinions, and judgments all within a few short seconds. To make a favorable first impression and make these seconds count, enhance your image by choosing clean, crisp, appropriate attire that reflects confidence and professionalism.

~ Susan C. Young

Project your “brand” to be remarkable and memorable. Whether through a positioning statement, product placement, advertising campaign, service, a logo, mission, or message, your brand is what makes you and/or your company remarkable—or not.

~ Susan C. Young

For many people and companies, the only place they are seen by others in person is on the Internet. Having a stand-out, consistent brand is imperative.

~ Susan C. Young

Like it or not, how we each present ourselves to the world, by way of our appearance, attire, behavior, and speech, all send messages on our behalf.

~ Susan C. Young

The first thing others see is YOU—not your resume, background, or credentials. A picture is truly worth a thousand words and how you dress is the “picture” you provide for all the world to see.

~ Susan C. Young

Making a great first impression is not an accident, and with a little planning, experimentation, and application, you can transform your style, substance, and impact.

~ Susan C. Young

The word “brand” has now taken an individualized and highly personalized shift toward how you are perceived in the minds of others.

~ Susan C. Young

Is your branding serving your needs for positive impact? Is it paving the way for a great first impression on people when they meet you, think of you, speak of you, or even see you on the Internet? If not, it’s time for a change, and it is perfectly within your control.

~ Susan C. Young

To help get your creative juices flowing, you might look online at lists of the best taglines ever. Their branding ideas are genius and may be just the catalyst you need to activate your awesome!

~ Susan C. Young