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Issue 57: October 2009

Next Steps: James Sweetman & Associates

Excellence is a Habit

It was Aristotle who said ‘We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit."
A number of recent articles in the media have unsurprisingly confirmed the direct connection between organisations that staff rated as being excellent to work for, and the companies that were rewarded for delivering excellence in customer service.
In the lead article this month I share with you 6 strategies for achieving excellence in customer service which also have the fortuitous bi-product of boosting staff morale.

Read the full article ..»

Powerful Presentation Skills Programme

World-class presentations are engaging, well-structured, interesting, concise and most importantly persuasive. World-class presenters are poised, professional and have presence.
On November 13th I'm running an exlusive 1-day Presentation Skills Workshop in the Four Seasons Hotel, Dublin.
Learn how to develop presence, overcome nerves, engage and influence audiences and much more.
Maximum number of attendees is six. Cost €950 includes a two-course lunch in the acclaimed Seasons Restaurant, refreshments & parking. (€850 for bookings made before Oct. 16th)

More Information including Programme Content

“Sometimes in the winds of change we find our true direction."
Source: Unknown


Join me on Facebook, Twitter & LinkedIn

Recently I've been converted to the benefits of social media sites as new ways of developing connections.

If you would like to 'link' with me on LinkedIn, 'follow' me on Twitter, or become a 'friend' on Facebook, I'd be delighted to connect with you as a reader of Next Steps.
See you in the ever growing world that is within your PC!

What James is Reading

Sacred Hoops by Phil Jackson

This book is an inside look at the higher wisdom of the legendary basketball coach Phil Jackson. This book transcends the world of sport as the concepts and insights are equally applicable in business and indeed life in general.Check it out

Coaching

Find out about our Executive, Personal & Sports Coaching »

Training

Next scheduled open Training Programme is Powerful Presentations Nov. 13th in the Four Seasons Hotel - More information

Browse our range of courses that will take you and your company to the next level. View all courses »

Speaking

View a selection of James’ keynote addresses »

CD Series

How to Excel at Interviews & 15 Ways to Boost Your Self Confidence »

Books

Find out more about James’ books »

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· JamesSweetman.com
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· Tel: 087 2492774

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