As we come up on the end of what’s been a particularly difficult year, I think it’s fair to say we’ve been through a lot as a global community. And while it has been a challenging year, I think it’s offered a lot of us an opportunity to reflect on all of the things we have to be thankful for.
Like many of you, I set some personal and professional goals at the beginning of the year. One of mine was to feel more confident and be a better public speaker. I wanted to feel better talking with prospects over the phone, feel more confident giving talks or presentations on inbound marketing, and overall public communication.
Having a brand voice helps your audience remember your company and what you are known for. Being consistent with your language, staying uniform with your brand’s core values, and engaging with your consumers will help people become interested and stay interested in what your business has to offer. There are several key factors that help to create a successful brand voice:
Asking a stranger to connect with you on Linkedin can feel like a daunting task. At times, it may even feel down right intrusive, but when done right, you can form a connection that will grow and be beneficial for both people involved.
This may seem like a no brainer. Being nice to people makes a better impression than if you are a jerk. You have at least a 90% chance of a smile back if you smile and say “hello” to a stranger walking down the street or in the grocery store. We try to be nice to our neighbors (unless their dog never stops barking) to create a happy and comfortable community in which we live. So, why don’t we do this more in business? Sure, we talk about our weekend plans at the water cooler in the office and we’re polite in meetings, but I’m talking about being a person others actually want to be around.
