Emotionally intelligent people know certain phrases are off limits in casual conversation because people can take them the wrong way. In this article, originally published on LinkedIn Pulse, Dr. Travis Bradberry shows you which nine phrases to avoid.
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If you try saying something as innocuous as, “I need to do my laundry right now,” it could come out as, “Um, so, I, like, need to, uh, do my, you know, laundry, I mean, right now.”
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One of the most painful experiences in life is moving toward a goal or dream, only to face those whom you love most rejecting your ideas and even you.
Violette de Ayala, founder and CEO of FemCity, a business community for female entrepreneurs, shares her tips for always being true to oneself.
There are two sides to every conversation, and both are essential to the art of communication.
The workplace can be a battlefield. When you’re surrounded by ambitious people who aren’t afraid to voice their ideas and opinions, it can be a healthy thing—preconceptions are challenged, new proposals find their place and your business can evolve.
