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Harvard Business Review
"...soft skills” Research shows soft skills are foundational to great leadership and set high performers apart from their peers."
"...employers view "soft" skills as even more important to work readiness. These skills include, professionalism, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
"Soft skills are character traits and interpersonal skills that allow a person to interact effectively with others."
"... soft skills are the building blocks for creating lasting relationships...bridge the gap between your expertise and rapport with clients, prospects, and colleagues!"
"Soft skills are your basic Who, What, Where, When, and Why.

Soft Skills are widely recognized as the core foundation for every business.
But, did you know that they are also the essential core for all one-on-one coaching, workshops, keynotes, panel discussions, and business development?
Start your journey today up the 10 Soft Steps to Success!

"What do you REALLY do"
- VISION AND MISSION -
Finding your true purpose is a journey, not a destination. Erik will guide you to discover and understand your passions, values, and strengths, and how to align them with meaningful activities that contribute to something larger than yourself. There's no one-size-fits-all answer, but through introspection, experimentation, and reflection, you can uncover what resonates with you and all those around you.
Learning Outcomes:
Bonus >>> The Secret of the Six-Second Hook. Create a perfect elevator speech that hooks every audience in only 6 seconds!

"Do you remember the story of Three Little Monkeys and their 'see no, hear no, speak no evil'?"
- COMMUNICATION SKILLS -
Communication expert Erik Listou will surprise you with their true secret. Learn how to apply their profound message right away. Discover the secrets of analyzing, evaluating, and creating better communication skills and improve how others respond to you.
Learning Outcomes:

"Remember being young and the excitement of the circus? "
- TEAM BUILDING -
Watch Erik Listou perform a real circus trick to help you understand Erik's "Concept of Expectations". Discover the benefits of analyzing how to inspire and motivate those around you. Create expectations of excitement for yourself and your team. Maybe Erik will share how he performs his amazing circus trick!
Learning Outcomes:
2. Learn a few new ideas to begin a conversation or a meeting.
3. Discover how expectations of fun will inspire others to follow.

"Learn how goals for tomorrow will guide actions for today "
- SETTING GOALS -
Setting goals is essential for personal and professional development as it provides direction, motivation, and a sense of purpose. Erik will help you focus your energy, enhance productivity, and improve decision-making. By creating accountability, you will foster a sense of accomplishment as you follow your vision and mission.
Learning Outcomes:
"How You Bring Gifts All Year Long "
- MARKETING -
Yes, you can change the world. You may think your impact to be small, but just wait until you will learn how the ripple effects of what you do will lead to significant and positive change in the world around you and beyond. Erik will help you discover how proper and planned messaging affects the world around you, and beyond.
Learning Outcomes:
" Do you ever want to, Just Turn the Ocean Around "
- PROBLEM SOLVING -
Life is a journey filled with constant change. While your first instinct may be to turn back around, have you ever considered the wisdom and power of simply navigating forward? Erik Listou, a master of change, offers insights on staying on course through adversity. Learn to be the captain of your ship.
Learning Outcomes:
"Hey, I Have an Idea!"
- INVITE NEW IDEAS -
Many years ago, in a land far away, Erik learned a new idea. Over time, he came to understand how knowledge transforms new ideas into lasting success. Discover how to motivate yourself and those around you to listen, learn, and accept new ideas. Join the thousands of children, of all ages, including business professionals, have learned from the wisdom of that one idea.
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"What's Your Story?"
- LISTEN TO EVERYONE -
When he first entered the business world, Erik was told, “Look for the gray hairs.” He thought that meant literally those with gray hair. Learn to change your perception of those with different experiences, values, and ideas. Understand the importance of listening and learning from others, no matter their apparent age!
Open your eyes and discover the most respected color in the business world, the Color Gray.
Learning Outcomes:

"Learn to Cook Well"
- Business Planning -
If you are a leader, you are the chef. When you discover the perfect recipe, collect the right ingredients, and apply the cooking skills you have learned throughout your life, everyone will flock to your table. Erik will help you apply your knowledge to fill the appetites and passions of your team, leaving them wanting more!
Learning Outcomes:

"Smile When You Say That"
- Confrontation Management -
In every situation, we must always make an immediate decision that directly impacts our lives and everyone around us. Erik Listou will share a simple method he learned from his parents over seven decades ago. Erik has shared this same two-second technique with his daughter, his grandchildren, professionals throughout his career, plus many thousands of children, especially at Christmas! Discover how you, your business, and everyone around you can control confrontations and create a positive environment in two seconds!
Learning Outcomes:
Learn how Erik brings joy and happiness all year long, to children of all ages, at Santa and Mrs.
Discover how Erik, as a Home Accessibility Expert, helps people be happy and safer in their homes through environmental design and products.
Inspired by Making People Smile