157. When to Pre-Plan and Prepare to Speak Up, Be Heard, and Avoid Stumbling

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157. When to Pre-Plan and Prepare to Speak Up, Be Heard, and Avoid Stumbling

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Dec 1, 2023

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The Social Skills Mastery Podcast is where High-Performance Social Confidence Coach and Corporate Trainer, Susan Callender helps professionals, business owners, and entrepreneurs stand out in competitive and often high-stakes situations, by raising social capital and using the power of polished people skills to make an impact. Weekly content encompasses what to do, what to say, how to maneuver tricky situations and get it right the first time.

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