All Articles Tagged "shyness"

10 Tips and Tricks for Talking to Men

March 13th, 2012 - By MN Editor
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My best friend likes this guy that she works with but she can’t manage to muster up the courage to even say hello to him. Meanwhile, another man, who she’s totally not feeling is all up in her face but she has no problems cordially communicating with him.

Aarggh! So frustrating, right? This one story represents so many situations. When it comes to men, we have no problem talking to the one we can’t stand but struggle to mutter a simple greeting to the ones we’d really like to get to know.

If you’re a woman like this, check out these tips and tricks to learning how to talk to men at Your Tango.com.

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5 Ways To Overcome Shyness

February 19th, 2011 - By Grace N. Edwards
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If a cutie tries to talk to you at a party, do you get so nervous that you run the other way? Does the thought of talking to new people at an office picnic make you break into a cold sweat? You may be dealing with a case of the bashfuls. While there’s nothing wrong with being shy, it can keep the world from knowing what an amazing personality you have! Overcoming shyness is not about changing you who are, but rather changing your actions to better connect with people. As someone who has struggled with shyness, I can tell you that it can be an obstacle both personally and professionally.  Career-wise, being too timid can keep you from networking effectively, speaking up in meetings, and can even make you seem incapable of leadership. On a personal level, being shy can keep you from meeting new friends and can make dating even more uncomfortable. However, you can overcome your self-consciousness to become more assertive and self-assured. Here are some tips to begin your journey.

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The Art Of Networking

June 23rd, 2010 - By TheEditor
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(Madame Noire) – Savvy madames know that networking is a key tool in finding jobs, strengthening our professional ties and building our personal brands. Madames are intelligent, interesting and intriguing so working a room should come naturally if you just keep in mind a few key points.

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The Art Of Networking

June 23rd, 2010 - By TheEditor
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(Madame Noire) – Savvy madames know that networking is a key tool in finding jobs, strengthening our professional ties and building our personal brands. Madames are intelligent, interesting and intriguing so working a room should come naturally if you just keep in mind a few key points.

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Too Shy to Job Hunt?

March 22nd, 2010 - By TheEditor
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