Building a Relationship? Give Options for BOTH Coffee and Lunch
Carol, one of my clients, called today. She asked about how to invite a business acquaintance to lunch. Before answering, I asked a few questions to probe a little bit…
Ira KoretskyAugust 27, 2018
Check, Check, Re-Check Before You Press Send
The adage, “You never get a second chance to make a first impression,” is true every moment. It is especially relevant when you are sending out email to visit your…
Dave MichaelsAugust 22, 2018
Jeffrey Hayzlett, Think Big, Act Bigger, Be a Clock Changer Story
Jeffrey Hayzlett (personal site) was the keynote speaker at a Vistage Summit I attended. I really loved his "Be a Clock Changer" story. After his keynote presentation, I waited patiently…
Ira KoretskyAugust 15, 2018
How to Ask for a Job Reference, No Matter Your Age or Position
I received the following reference request from a student. I teach public speaking, communication, and storytelling as an adjunct at the University of Maryland Robert H. Smith School of Business.…
Ira KoretskyAugust 8, 2018
Don’t Be The Idiot in the Red Convertible – Story
This story, the story of The Red Convertible, is one of my favorites. It is from one of my students, Rohan. I'm an adjunct professor at the Robert H. Smith…
Ira KoretskyJuly 25, 2018
Why “What do you do?” is So Important
With one of our newer clients, I was talking about the importance of a compelling and inspiring elevator speech or elevator pitch. Brian is the SVP of sales and his…
Ira KoretskyJuly 17, 2018
Avoid the Word “Anxious”
Anxious is a word all too often misused. You’ll hear people, whether in the workplace or socializing, saying, “I’m anxious to meet Julie.” Or “I’m anxious to tell you about…
Ira KoretskyJuly 16, 2018