72. Almost as Good as the Real Thing: Skype
I was amazed at how effective the discussion was via Skype. The only thing we weren’t able to do was shake hands!
That’s what I told a reporter from the Cleveland Plain Dealer when she asked me about using Skype for a one-on-one, long-distance coaching session. And I meant it. Skype is an excellent and inexpensive alternative if you are not able to meet with a client in person.
Today, companies often prescreen candidates on Skype before bringing potential employees into the main office for an in-person meeting. Others use Skype to connect remotely with colleagues in different locations. And many coaches can now work with individuals around the world because of Skype. From my office in New Jersey, I ...
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