After the workshops at the Pageant Success Expo, benefiting Children's Miracle Network, I was inspired to post something for my readers to make them think a little! I want to empower you to be better thinkers, communicators, and leaders! And this is what I found!
Thanks to Dale Carnegie Training - The Coach's Corner: "Improving Your Interpersonal Skills"
It takes time and practice to improve your interpersonal skills. Many of the skills may take time for you to adopt; however, there are also some quick techniques that you can use to start to make things easier almost immediately.
Stay professional.
Be at your best in every situation. Remember that the way you act reflects on your character. Learn to deal with situations in an appropriate way.
Establish credibility.
Be sincere. If you are truthful and upfront with people, it will go a long way to gaining another person's respect and trust.
Understand others' point of view.
Remember to reflect on what others tell you. Even if you disagree, take the time to learn and understand another person's perspective.
Learn about others.
Take time to talk with employees or clients. Conversations do not need to be work related. Sometimes simple conversations can help you learn about the person and build rapport.
Be confident.
Keep eye contact and a relaxed body posture. Be sure to speak clearly and at a moderate pace.
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
The Pageant Success Expo for Children's Miracle Network was a success!
On Sunday, May 22nd, 2011, I hosted the Pageant Success Expo in Baltimore, MD. This is the first expo of its kind in this area - normally, there are no real 'pageant' stores in our area, but I wanted to change that. As a result, I brought together every type of vendor that I considered to be related to one's pageant success. We had gowns, cocktail dresses, shoes, undergarments, jewelry, makeup and more! The event was amazing...it was great to see all of the networking going on and it was even better to help some girls complete this year's competition wardrobe!
A special thank you to Cheryl Wood of Cheryl Wood Empowers and MomsRTheBest for speaking at the event on "Creating the Attitude of a Winner"; to Keith Baird-Scott for speaking on "Public Speaking Success" and for combining it with communicating in the interview room; and to Elaine Roecklein for speaking on "What the Judges Are Looking For". It was truly an exciting day for all!
Here are some pics from the event:
A special thank you to Cheryl Wood of Cheryl Wood Empowers and MomsRTheBest for speaking at the event on "Creating the Attitude of a Winner"; to Keith Baird-Scott for speaking on "Public Speaking Success" and for combining it with communicating in the interview room; and to Elaine Roecklein for speaking on "What the Judges Are Looking For". It was truly an exciting day for all!
Here are some pics from the event:
www.PageantSuccessExpo.tk for more information!
*Thanks to LaQuisha Hall for some of these photos!
Thursday, May 12, 2011
"Empowering You" platform event/appearance: Working with the City of Baltimore, Office of the Mayor for Work Development!
Youth empowerment is my passion - I think I've made that clear through this blog! =) Consequently, when presented with the opportunity to speak with youth from Baltimore City about developing their resume and interview skills, I jumped on board!
On May 6th, I visited youth at the Verizon building in Hunt Valley and we had a blast! We had the opportunity to go over resumes (I prepared a booklet to hand out), interview skills, individual presentations, and we did a few fun mock interviews. The kids were really excited - everyone got a new perspective on the interview room (panel interviews vs. individual interviews), what makes a eye-catching or appealing resume, how to highlight their skills both when asked and on the resume and much more!
These are the types of activities I love to be involved with - I'm all about youth empowerment! I hope you join me in future empowerment endeavors...I'm just getting started!
On May 6th, I visited youth at the Verizon building in Hunt Valley and we had a blast! We had the opportunity to go over resumes (I prepared a booklet to hand out), interview skills, individual presentations, and we did a few fun mock interviews. The kids were really excited - everyone got a new perspective on the interview room (panel interviews vs. individual interviews), what makes a eye-catching or appealing resume, how to highlight their skills both when asked and on the resume and much more!
These are the types of activities I love to be involved with - I'm all about youth empowerment! I hope you join me in future empowerment endeavors...I'm just getting started!
Monday, May 9, 2011
Miss Maryland Class of 2011 Orientation
We are officially a little less than two months away from the 2011 Miss Maryland Pageant, to be held in Hagerstown, Maryland. On Saturday, May 7th, 2011, the Class of 2011 came together for our official orientation, some fun, and some bonding -- we all had lunch at Roy Rogers and were also invited to attend a Hagerstown Suns game after orientation...so much fun!
(from left to right: Miss Urbana, Miss Historic MD, Miss Allegany County, Miss Central MD, Miss North Bay, Miss Washington County, Miss Potomac) at Roy Rogers, getting ready to order!
Christina, Chelsea, and I, enjoying our sponsored lunch...thanks Roy Rogers! Such an awesome sponsor; we look forward to your continued support!
At the Hagerstown Suns game, in the bleachers with a friend! <3 so cute!
I had such a blast this past weekend; I can't wait for Miss Maryland week! The ladies are just amazing and we are really going to light up that stage!
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Emceeing the 5th Annual Fashion Extravaganza for Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. (OTZ chapter) on 4/30/11
One of the things I am most excited about and most proud to do is to emcee an event. I love speaking in public! What can I say?! Not to mention, I get to meet some amazing, creative, and just plain fun people...it's one of my favorite activities!
The 5th Annual Fashion Extravaganza for the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc, Omicron Theta Zeta Chapter was entitled, "Belle of the Ball"...it was the story of a young girl looking for her prince at a ball...the event was indeed magical for all involved! A special shoutout to my dear friend Vanessa Marcel, Nikita Barboza, Richard Malary and the entire OTZ team - it was a great show!
Here are some photos:
The 5th Annual Fashion Extravaganza for the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc, Omicron Theta Zeta Chapter was entitled, "Belle of the Ball"...it was the story of a young girl looking for her prince at a ball...the event was indeed magical for all involved! A special shoutout to my dear friend Vanessa Marcel, Nikita Barboza, Richard Malary and the entire OTZ team - it was a great show!
Here are some photos:
Talking with some of my loves during intermission!
Thanks to SublimeImages.net for this image - we did a best dressed contest! And as evident by Kylah's reaction, her choose of Little Mr. Michael won!
Just having some fun while emceeing!
Gracing the runway with one of the choices for "Best Dressed in the Audience"!
A picture of the full ballroom!
Leading another group down the runway for the "Best Runway Walk from an Audience Member"
Ok, the photographer was sitting really low, I promise I'm not just lifting my head for no reason!
And I just wanted to send out a special thank you to Keith Baird-Scott of TALLspeaking - your personal speech coach. I met with Keith just a few days before my emceeing experience and he was such a great help! He helped me put things into perspective concerning microphone use, voice tone, speed, and much more! Now, I've been emceeing for years, but you can never learn enough! Thanks so much for the tips, Keith! I'm definitely coming back for another session/tune-up before my next experience!
Facebook: TALLspeaking
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)