Just why is that? It is because for every operator who has a professional looking facility, well-trained and professionally attired employees, and who is marketing his services, there are 50 who do not! Even worse, they are not even making an attempt to make necessary changes.

Change is very hard. So many in this industry have done same things for so long and have been so financially successful that they do not see need. But how can we expect others to respect and understand what we do if we don’t respect ourselves?

There is a clear and present danger if majority clings to status quo. The next generation of customers is going to demand better service, better facilities and more products and options. It is a fact that innovations in products are being developed daily, and people will want those new technologies. At same time, market forces are developing that will transition industry same way Blockbuster transformed video rental industry. The sea of change is upon us. The professional branded player will be dominate force in market place, forcing small independents to align themselves with professional operators or sell their centers to them.

Financial service centers must raise bar and provide service, convenience and affordability in a better package. There is no middle ground. There is no place for old way of thinking and operating.

So it is clear that our future is now. We cannot wait and let circumstances dictate which direction to go. The industry must do more than just pay lip service to changes needed. The old adage that talk is cheap is never truer than in this situation – status quo is not status quo. If some in industry do not take universal leap to be a full provider of financial services, or join or sell to organizations that do, embracing all that it entails, they will go way of dinosaur.

Never read off of cue cards; use them as guides to direct your speech, not direct it verbatim. Be as concise and clear as possible and limit length of your speech as much as possible. Remember those long lectures you had to suffer through in college?

Likewise, try to involve your audience at least once during your speech so you keep them proactive in their listening, like by asking rhetorical questions, telling a joke you know is funny, or conducting a question and answer period after you speak.

5- Managing your time

What´s more important to you: Planting a tomato garden or playing with your son? Learn to prioritize.

Extraneous activities should always be lowest on your list of things to do. Also, to manage your time effectively, book time for meetings, project work, but also for play; you don´t want to become a workaholic.

Schedule reasonable lengths of time for activities, and if anything, allow more time than you think you require. Bring your agenda or PDA with you everywhere.

6- Firming your handshake

First, verify that your hand is adequately warm and not sweaty. Going to bathroom before predicted handshakes and washing your hands in warm water is a good way to keep shake clean and comfortable.

To properly shake hands, extend your right hand after exchanging verbal greetings. Say, while looking in other person´s eyes, "Hi, my name is (fill in name), nice to meet you." Firmly grasp their hand, making sure not to not crush or squeeze their digits together or hold hand limp and noodle-like. Remember to keep a faint and professional smile. Do not overdo or overly curb your enthusiasm.

7- Making a toast

All great men know how to start off a party with a lively toast. To make a positive impression when you toast, you should know what you are going to say about whom and why, and practice ahead of time. For example, plan a few jokes and embarrassing anecdotes to toast to your best bud´s tragic loss of bachelorhood.

Before commencing, check that all parties have a filled glass in front of them. Stand and face person whom you are toasting or crowd if you are making a general statement like, "To life, love and pursuit of infinite fortune." Then, raise your glass up to nose level, with your arm gently extended in front of you. Speak your toast enthusiastically and make eye contact with crowd or intended recipient. Wave your glass to all, and tip or clink with people who are close enough. Take a hearty sip and sit back down.

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8- Getting out of difficult situations

Sticky situations rarely get best of a professional man. An angry employee or a trying ex-wife can put a wrinkle in anyone´s plans. However, having an easy way out of difficult situations is best way to master them in advance.

Keep your wits under pressure. If someone upsets you, do not resort to verbal abuse, and certainly not physical assault. Calmly state your position and views without succumbing to or employing manipulative pressure tactics.

Likewise, refuse to speak with an irate, belligerent, or out of control person. Simply stop talking, excuse yourself and walk out of room, or redirect person´s attention to another issue. For instance, tell a joke to alleviate tension of ..Read complete article at www.MyCustomClothing.com/ under article section.