Have you ever been convinced your dog is trying to talk to you.  They really don’t need to speak our language to get the point across do they?  I know that dogs of mine have conveyed the following ideas at one time or another…how about your dog?

I’m your BEST friend …don’t you forget it!

Is that dumb Cat still here? 

Remember ….I love you best! Get rid of the CAT 

Let’s go play Frizzbee   ..just you and me! 

GET THIS STRAIGHT….I’M not a dog.. I’m your kid!

Want to make a good first impression?

In life it is important to know how to get along with others and in a business or social setting.  When going for a bank loan, meeting a new person in business or socially, or visiting family or friends.  When you make a presentation the rules are always the same. 

“A first impression is of GREAT value if the follow-up is always there!”

 Please try these simple effective ideas.  

Smile, smile, smile & dress for the occasion**

1. ALWAYS  be prepared…. for anything.
2. “Up your positive mental attitude.”
3. Make up your mind you won’t be miss-directed.
4. Control your environment.  Look people in the eye!
5. Always opt for better speaking, thinking and above all
6. Listen, listen, listen! Focus on the person speaking.
7. Don’t interrupt others when they have the floor.
8. Always thank your host and give others credit.
9. Try to be as accurate as you can in all you say. Keep it simple.
10. Don’t talk and have side conversations when someone else has the floor. 

“A first impression is of Great value if the service after the sale is really there.

  Virtual service is of not much value. People prefer REAL Service they can qualify. 

“A first impression is of great value if your marriage vows are kept.

** Affairs of state and funerals one should not smile, or frown but maintain decorum.

**The benefit – You will be remembered!

                      You will be known for your integrity and great people skills.

                      You will be considered a better person for improving your personal                 

                       skills. 

Taken by Frank Ryan from notes at a company function in the mid 1960’s. Personal conduct and ethics are very important. These points still have value today!  Frank says “ Roberts Rules of Order are still valid, and should be mandatory study for all persons who lead or speak in public and corporate life.”