Our emotions play a huge role in how we communicate and how our message is received. To a large extent, our communication is driven by how we think and feel in the moment. Our emotions and body language are highly interconnected. We express our emotions through our body language, often on a subconscious level. Not […]
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Body Language – Non-Verbal Communication in the Work Place
Body language or non-verbal communication is very important in the work place. If used correctly it helps in getting the point across by allowing you to effectively connect with the person or persons with whom you are speaking. Body language is very relevant for people in management or leadership roles in the work place. Many […]
The ABCs of Business Communication
Business communication is an area of study that anyone who is in business and leadership should keep in mind. It may seem overwhelming, especially to new grads or individuals who are new to the field and concept. Here are a few tips I like to call the ABC’s of Business Communication: Ask the question. Wait […]
A Few Tips on How to use Communication Technology Effectively
In today’s world technology is a tool that you cannot avoid. We use it in many ways and for many different types of communication. These new and not so new forms of communication still boil down to communication in the end. Just as with more traditional types of business communication, there are some great ways […]
Nonverbal Communication Skills
In part two of our series on how to increase your effective connecting skills we will be discussing nonverbal communication. Public speaking is as much about how others read our body language (and how we read theirs) as it is about what we say or how we say it. Everything, from the way you look […]
Your Body Language Speaks so Loudly, I Can’t Hear What You are Saying
How many times have you found yourself listening to someone and not hearing what they are saying because of something they are doing at that moment? You know that type of person. She may be the one who paces relentlessly back and forth during a presentation. She could be the one who emphasizes every word […]