In the world of business, women are sometimes expected to be more sensitive with co-workers and business associates than men.  The focus of a recent seminar for women is to follow this advice to be successful:

Communication is the most important part, so that you can learn to speak to people in a friendly, yet informative, manner and they will reciprocate in kind.  Always emphasize the advantage to the customer of a specific purchase and most will be persuaded.

Another important skill is to use candor when approaching others.  Be sincere, provide only truthful information, and people will respect you.

Concern is the next skill to be evaluated.  This includes empathy for those you are dealing with and the passion you feel for your product or service.

Competence is extremely important as people must feel confident in your ability to resolve their problems.  Continue to improve this skill through education and you will have positive results.

Establishing a connection with the people you are dealing with is extremely important.  They must feel the connection and be comfortable with you and all that you represent.

Accomplishing all of the above should be a great advantage in the business world and enable you to become very successful.

The holidays are rapidly approaching and it will soon be time to visit family and friends for a celebration. It is always nice to unite with family members over a wonderful Thanksgiving dinner, or at Christmas time to enjoy the festivities. If you are planning a flight to visit relatives or friends this holiday season, you may want to consider the following information. If you are traveling far from home, consider checking with your health insurance plans about coverage availability should you become ill.

Fares are rising rapidly and are currently approximately 35% higher than they were last year at this time. Non-stop travel is even more costly than ever. How can you find a better rate? Timing may be everything when it comes to saving on holiday travel.

The best day to travel at the lowest cost is Thanksgiving Day itself. Of course, a delay could make you miss the big event you are planning to attend. The Saturday and Tuesday before the holiday are the least expensive days to travel and the return trip will also cost less if planned for the following Saturday or Tuesday. Another consideration which may help to reduce your costs is the time of day you choose to travel. The least expensive flights are the first flight of the day and the first flight after lunch or dinner. The main thing to remember is to avoid booking connecting flights at major airports in New York, Atlanta, or Chicago. Hopefully, following this advice will allow you to enjoy your holiday without spending more than you can afford.

Happy Thanksgiving!