In this course you will learn how to better communicate by using body language, active listening, questioning and more.

The ability to communicate is a vital ladder to all career development. Without sufficient communication skills, it will be difficult to move upwards. As a professional, you have to be a perfect communicator.
This training program will focus on the most essential face to face communication skills from choosing your words and using language that engages others and builds better rapport to interpreting and using the power of body language.
Field of Study: Communication and Marketing

CPA and Sales Evangelist
Ty is a CPA with almost 20 years of experience in both public accounting and sales. Ty worked as an accountant at firms ranging from small to large prior to moving into the accounting technology sector successfully building sales training programs for both Wolters Kluwer and Bloomberg BNA. Working in different areas of the accounting industry, Ty recognized that sales and business development skills are a necessary part of the job of a CPA, but also the most underserved in terms of skill development and training. Ty’s passion is to provide the tools necessary for accountants to not only be successful, but also enjoy business development. Ty has a Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy from Transylvania University in Lexington, KY.
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