We had a great time in Singapore on February 28th at our "Expressing You ~ 5 Easy Steps to Confident Communication" seminar organized by Partners Conference & Event Management.

On your left is Delphine Ang of Partners, on your right are Alexandra Yung of Creasians, guest speaker on "Building Your Personal Brand" & Christina Hilado our support team leader.

Mr. Anwar Bakhari of Malaysia asked this month's question. (He's the handsome gentleman in the photo.)

Question ~ “What are some tips on how to master English Language and Communication especially non native speakers. Do native speakers like Americans still have to learn English?”

Answer ~Your level of learning depends on how well you want to speak English and your personal standards. For example, current US President George W. Bush is famous for his bad grammar, pronunciation, English mistakes and lack of tactful eloquence. He’s obviously a successful American that could enhance his reputation further by improving his English. Someone like Tony Blair is completely the opposite. His use of the English language is elegant, erudite and expressive and he is well respected as an excellent global communicator. So the choice is yours. You may not need or want to master English well enough to become an international leader. However, if you desire to be esteemed in the global community and would like to enjoy a reputation of being an extraordinary communicator here are some simple tips for you to follow.

1. Improve the quality of your voice by doing simple warm up and tension release exercises as outlined in this month’s featured article, “How To Exercise Your Voice”.
2. The exercises will also help your non-verbal communication. Click here to have a look at this free video to learn how to do an 8 minute quick body and voice warm up.
3. Taking care of your body with consistent exercise and good nutrition makes a world of difference when it comes to how you feel. Your vital energy will radiate to those around you and positively impact the way others perceive you.
4. Always prepare for your presentations. These 15 quick tips for planning & preparation will help guide you.
5. Click this link to watch a short video to learn how to be more exciting when you speak and to bring your language to life one word at a time.
6. The colours you wear and the way you dress can make a big difference. If you haven’t read the Volume 1, Issue 3 Newsletter feature article, “How To Use Color & Style to Enhance Your Charisma” click here to view it online.

Currently, English is still the international business language. However, if you implement the easy tips outlined above, you will dramatically improve your communication no matter what language you choose to speak – even your own native tongue.

Finally, pay attention to any challenges that you have with English articulation. If you know a native English speaker, ask them to correct your pronunciation. Or if you have any further questions, feel free to email me.

Health is by far the greatest wealth!

My family knows this all too well with hospitals being our home away from home in March/April 2006.

Here is our 29 month old daughter pretending to be a doctor.

“In faith there is enough light for those who want to believe and enough shadows to blind those who don't.”
~Blaise Pascal

“As your faith is strengthened you will find that there is no longer the need to have a sense of control, that things will flow as they will, and that you will flow with them, to your great delight and benefit.”
~Emmanuel Teney