Slang is cool in the proper atmosphere, cursing should be limited to the people that know the real you. Speaking as if you have no home training in public is a no no. If you don’t know who you’re in the presence of, I suggest you close your mouth. Your next boss or business partner maybe standing next to you. Would you do business with you ? Would you take yourself seriously? People shouldn’t have to dig deep to get to the real you, that should be evident during the 1st impression. Reality check: If you can’t articulate your views, goals & achievements in Standard English you’ll remain right where you are.
Tip 1 – Be knowledgeable
Know what you’re talking about. Study the industry you one day hope to dominate. When it’s time to talk about why you’re interested in that field of interest there should be no hesitation on bright eyes and a eager heart.
Tip 2 – Think Before you talk
This is an age old saying that has not failed me yet. Think carefully about what you want the person you’re speaking with to know. You may have some great ideas that now everyone needs to know. Be protective of your genius. Learn their background and credentials before you lay out your life plan. Here’s a simple format for expressing your career aspirations – When you started. Where you started and Why you started
Tip 3 Live the Dream
The best way for people to see how serious you are about your aspirations is to live it. Show people that you’re working on perfecting your craft. Rather it is blogging, writing a newsletter to friends and family, networking with like minded people or posting your current projects on social media. People want to see progress not just hear about. Suggestion: Create an online Portfolio of your work. My online portfolio is the Rise2Power Project website. People can see what I’m doing.
Your goals are achievable but you must be able to express yourself to others. There is a time and a place for everything. A College education isn’t needed to attain your goals but self education is a must so people don’t get over on you. Become an expert and no one can lead you astray. You have to be the business person, artist and your own marketing team.
Sincerely,
The Inspiration Educator