ABL - Always Be Learning
Rajeev Davé
Deliver an on-premises AI PaaS for enterprises that want to leverage AI in a hybrid cloud deployment.
Sales is an art enabled by the focused execution of a process.
One of the items in the process is 'Always Be Learning.' Lots of content out there on ABL but I am going to promote one specific item.
For several years, I have asked everyone, not just salespeople, to brush up on their communication skills by engaging in a one-year program, at a minimum, with this organization.
Every interaction in the business and personal world requires the ability to communicate and listen. Public speaking and presenting are key to today's business world and excelling at these will?boost your career. Active listening is constantly highlighted in most sales and communication books (check out?this excerpt?and?John Care's excellent book).
Yes, I belong to?Gilbert Toastmasters Club #499?and that is a unique club (top 1% of the clubs in the world)! I continue to work hard to improve my skills. And, I am very proud of the work we do there. And, yes, I write this today because of?another milestone achievement.
But you can start your journey at any?Toastmasters club.
Just start! Try it out. You get to meet other people, learn from others, and continue to develop yourself. And, if you do take me up on this offer, drop me a note.
EdD, PA-C Assistant faculty at ATSU - Physician Assistant Program Director of Progression and Retention
2 年Toastmasters is about learning how to speak better but I didn't expect was the opportunity for personal growth.? Listening, organizing skills, and leadership in a positive and safe learning environment.? ?It is truly an organization that has something for everyone.?
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2 年When I joined, I had no idea that improving my communication skills would need that much patience and consistency. Gilbert Toastmasters stood up to the challenge. You guys were there to help, and I'm so very grateful.
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2 年Thanks Rajeev, even i love toastmaster club, specially speaker need to finish his/her talk in 7 mins with effectively with well collaborative as well.
Senior Business Analyst
2 年Gilbert Toastmasters rocks! It was great to see Rob today at the TLI and listen to him share his wisdom.
Deliver an on-premises AI PaaS for enterprises that want to leverage AI in a hybrid cloud deployment.
2 年John Care thank you for allowing me to share the excerpt from your book!