Untitled Document The First Book of Life Skills is a book committed to personal development and career management thorough networking; making effective contacts. There is something here for everyone, whether you are in sales or management, a mother, a father, in or out of school, or a household executive.
Sneak a peek between the covers. . .
#1 - Blueprint Your Life! No Purpose. No Goals. First, define your purpose. Know Purpose! Know Goals! Design your future by defining your purpose and setting goals.
#2 - Accept Responsibility! Be accountable to yourself for the choices you make and for the consequences of your actions.
#3 - Be Coachable! Listen for and be open to new ideas and suggestions others in your network of support may offer.
#4 - Show Up! Be places that count. Get involved in charitable and community projects. Be seen. Attend business and professional meetings. Networking opportunities are everywhere!
#5 - Be Yourself! Demonstrate your own authenticity. Be unto others as you would have them be unto you. Be real.
#6 - Pay attention! Look for opportunity! Talk 20% of the time! Listen 80% of the time!
#7 - Contribute! Networking is contribution; it's helping others help themselves! Allow others to contribute to you!
#8 - Ask For What You Want! Tell people what you need. They can't read your mind.
#9 - Say "Thank You!" Express appreciation. Acknowledge others for their contribution to you. Be creative with your gratitude!
#10 - Stay Connected! Be in touch! Never forget the people in your network of support; never let them forget you! This very brief "chapter by chapter" preview only scratches the surface, however, it will give you a very good idea of the books content.
