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Don't Make Introversion a Weakness: Learn Tips for Effective Communication

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The thought of speaking in front of an audience often conjures images of sweating, defeat, and the fear of being mocked by friends. All I could do was dance, while all you had to do was smile and stare at a blank spot while performing, to avoid getting intimidated by the audience's response. Speaking of which, I was not alone; most introverts are great at visualizing the same things. My life was great, at least according to me, and this hesitation didn't bother me much because I had to speak to customers on the phone and not give a speech in front of a huge crowd. The real challenge occurred when I realized that I liked to guide and train people. I was sent for a Train the Trainer program to upskill myself as I used to train a team of Quality Analysts, being a senior Quality Analyst. After the training, I conducted a SWOT analysis and introspected my strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. I realized that I enjoyed training people, but I am an introvert, and this per

"The Importance of Women Pursuing Their Passions: Empowering Moms and Enriching Lives"

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    "Have you ever noticed how many women give up their passions and dreams after becoming moms? A few days back I had the below conversation with a child whose mother is my friend. Me: Beta, Why don't you ask your mumma to help you all prepare a dance for Ganpati? Child: My mom! Aunty, she doesn't dance. Me: No, beta I know she dances really well, I have seen her performance. Child: Aunty, that was just one time, she doesn't do it anymore. I didn't feel surprised but instead, it validated my thought process that how important it is for women to pursue their passions, especially after becoming moms. It's not surprising to see women giving up on their dreams, passions and hobbies when they become moms. It's just that they don't find time to do this anymore and their kids don't have any idea about what their mom was once good at. Pursuing one's passion is important for women's well-being for several reasons: 1. Fulfillment and Happiness: Engag

Why you need to be around the right people?

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Contents of Email: Hello Michele  Obama Hopefully, you get to read this message! I am happy and thankful to God for creating a person like you who is a live example of courage, self-confidence and self-belief. Keep creating the world you both visualize, you are doing a wonderful job. I am a budding Motivational speaker in India, Yesterday, I was watching your video on Netflix. I was really inspired by your communication skills. Would you be able to share some ideas on how I can develop extraordinary communication skills like you? Maybe some books that I can refer to or anything that has helped you to develop this skill.Hope to receive a reply. My blessings to you and your family. Isha Khanna  "Your success will be determined by your own confidence and fortitude." - Michelle Obama That is what Michelle quoted in her interview. I got so inspired that I wrote the email below to her. I am pretty sure that she hasn't read this message. She has been so busy creating a beautiful