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Tune in to News 4 Great Day “Get Nice with Nancy” segment as Nancy Schnoebelen Imbs of Polished outlines noteworthy, effortless tips for you to take pen to paper and make someone’s day all the while feeling a bit happier, too. CLICK HERE TO VIEW VIDEO

For many of us, listening is the communication skill we use the most. In fact, research suggests we spend about 55 percent of our day devoted to listening. Yet, many are lousy listeners especially when it involves listening with an empathic ear. They “hear” what’s said but

Nancy Schnoebelen Imbs of Polished speaks to Podcast Business News Network about the importance of soft skills for professional success. Imbs says our technical skills are important for success but it’s our people skills – our interpersonal skills – that will elevate you to a higher level

An act of kindness is so much more than performing a thoughtful gesture. An act of kindness is  showing respect, it’s helping others, it’s going the extra mile to do the right thing. In our Get Nice with Nancy segment, Nancy Schnoebelen Imbs of Polished shares an extraordinary act

To earn respect, we have to give respect. Here are super easy, effective ways to ramp up respect and develop a nicer, more professional you. WATCH VIDEO

Like it or not when working a 40-hour work week or more, your co-workers become a big part of your life. In fact, we spend more time with co-workers each week than with our families. And just like with our loved ones, it’s important to build a

by Nancy Schnoebelen-Imbs published by ASAP It takes a variety of skills to become a leader in your chosen field. Education, training, experience, and networking are among key ingredients for professional success. However, there is another element of aptitude that will elevate your leadership stature as well

So often we focus our attention every day on our children, spouse, aging parents, work, and chores, and at the end of the day, we are spent, completely worn out! We’ve done nothing for ourselves and everything for others. As we begin this new year, let’s make

published in ASAP When you work in an office environment, email is an essential part of your workday. Whether you are sending an internal or external email, you are not only representing your company, you also are sharing your professionalism. What you say and how you say