Join Lauren Westbrook, professional "Social Strategies Coach" and founder of Westbrook Strategies (an interpersonal communications and image consulting firm in NYC) for 1-hour workshops for individuals interested in improving social/communication skills.   Workshops will cover a variety of topics, including: Meeting New People Making Small Talk First Dates Building Meaningful Relationships Body Language Public Speaking Dealing with Difficult People Communicating Effectively in the Workplace Over …

Speaking clearly is a powerful skill for navigating all areas of your life. Toastmasters offers a time-tested system to help you: - Communicate effectively - Strengthen presentation skills - Increase career success - Motivate and persuade - Attain professional and personal goals - Network and build relationships

P.S. If you happen to be one of those “creative” entrepreneur, don’t forget to check and sign up for another group: http://www.meetup.com/Entrepreneurship-Crea...  Hello & Welcome! Welcome to this practical skills building forum focusing on practical IT, Finance, and Business skills. This is ideal for IT managers & consultants and those business & finance professionals who are feeling the “heat” to become technology-savvy! This is intended to bridge the gap that exists in the market today in ter …

… Join us for an introductory evening. where we learn effective skills to connect with others so that we are heard and hear others more deeply and empathicaly.

Graybar Toastmasters meets at 6:15pm-8:15pm on the 1st and 3rd Thursday every month. Visit our energetic and diversified club to learn the skills and confidence you need to effectively express yourself in any situation. Toastmasters is the most efficient, enjoyable and affordable way of gaining great communication skills. Visit our club at 28 East 35th Street (btw Park and Madison Ave), New York, NY 10016

… Strategically and creatively we will break through the world of communication to become aware and attract a powerful networking team which will connect each other to new opportunities.  The 4C's will host social connection events where people at whatever level you are come to meet incredible new people to raise awareness, energy, excitement, and fun to the exciting world of networking. The way of the world is meeting people through other people. The answers and opportunities are available when w …

If you want to communicate with 1/5 of the world population, join us to practice Mandarin speaking! It takes a lot of courage to open your mouth and you will find many members here who share the same goal as you - to communicate with 1.5 Billion of Chinese in business and life! We have professional Chinese native speaker trainers to direct you how to communicate effectively while increase your vocabulary and ability to assemble Chinese sentence by understanding more of Chinese culture and thinki …

Hello good people. I've been looking for a group in NYC to meet, exchange and share experiences with PR, media and communications experts. I work in the non-profit world, but am very keen to have creative people from all areas, all sectors. We will start with (in NY style) drinks and informal gatherings, and see where it takes us. Once we have a core group and volunteers to host, we'll get into presentations based on themes and current events. So if you are in the public relations domain, a medi …

I am the founder of Good Parents, GREAT Kids. It is my goal to help parents of young children, ages 4 to 7, elevate their parenting skills. Parenting is complicated and we all could use guidance. At this meetup we will gather to play and snack and I will be available to answer questions and teach strategies to help you raise a happy and responsible child. Please visit my web site: GoodParentsGreatKids.com

The New York Chapter of the National Speakers Association decided to start a meet up group to compliment our already dynamic and informative monthly meetings. The purpose is to provide an opportunity to come together with other speakers for concentrated networking, ten minute spotlights, laser coaching and pitching practice. This is a forum to learn and practice new skills in a professional manner and to broaden the networking circle. This group is right for professional speakers, consultants, t …

Cuddle Party ™ is a playful social event/workshop designed for adults to explore communication, boundaries and affection. You can come to a Cuddle Party ™ to meet new people, to enjoy amazing conversations, to touch and be touched, to have fun, to practice asking for what you want, to practice saying "no" to what you don't want--all in a setting structured to be a safe place for exploration and enjoyment. People who participate in this group should have a strong sense of integrity, kindness, fun …

This group is for anyone who feels that their interviewing skills need a little polishing; or who is already proficient at interviewing, but just needs to brush up a bit before the big day. We all know that your resume will only get you but so far (and I can help you with that too!) But the real test is what happens when they MEET you. Are you giving the right impression? Are you guaranteeing yourself the job? Or do you walk away with a question mark, wondering whether you got it, or even worse, …

For Public Speaking Skills, please register at Pitch and Presentation http://www.meetup.com/Pitch-and-Presentation-Clinic/ Public Speaking and Presentation Meetup will be merging soon.    We are Executive Presentation/Communication Consultants, specializing in leadership, public speaking and media training. Utilizing hands-on techniques rooted in business psychology and performance artistry. You'll walk away with tailored strategies for your "in-person presence" so you engage your audience and u …

You don't have to do it alone. Going beyond traditional networking, let’s collaborate, share resources, build skills and create ways to better support each other as Entrepreneurs, Community Leaders, Creatives, Consultants, Practitioners, Angel Investors, Creatives, Change Agents and Visionaries. •For the idealists that know it can be done even better, together… •For the road weary in need of some inspiration and practical support… •For the visionaries and dreamers that have a great idea …

This is a meetup group where men learn to improve their social skills - from the inside out - how to develop fantastic relationships with women and have more dating success. We will work primarily on the inner game skills - confidence, identity, authenticity, beliefs, understanding women - as well as outer game skills - first impressions, and other non-verbal communication skills. At monthly meetings guest speakers who are the "thought" leaders of the men's seduction community share their …

P.S. If you happen to be one of those “creative” entrepreneur, don’t forget to check and sign up for another group: http://www.meetup.com/Entrepreneurship-Creative-Business-MBA/   Hello & Welcome!   Welcome to this practical skills building forum focusing on practical IT, Finance, and Business skills. This is ideal for IT managers & consultants and those business & finance professionals who are feeling the “heat” to become technology-savvy!   This is intended to bridge the gap that exists in the …