Grammar Costs: The Price of (Un)Clear Communications
Grammar Costs Time and MONEY Some experts estimate that the US economy wastes $75 billion annually because of poor English skills. Others say that 80 percent of corporate waste can be tied directly to ineffective communications. A lot of focus has been put on speaking skills, because really, who writes anymore, right? Well, if you […]
Whom Are You Going To Call?
Using Who or Whom when writing. WHO or WHOM? We all know that there’s a difference between when to use WHO or when to use WHOM. But could you explain what to do? The confusion between who and whom when writing is an issue that many people struggle with. As language evolves, common every day speech is much more forgiving on the usage of […]
Workplace Equal Rights & Feminism
Here are some interesting facts about women and men: Women earn approximately 77% of wages men earn for the same jobs. In politics and in the C-Suite, women have been, and still are, underrepresented. There continues to be an alarming amount of violence against women, even here in the United States. Feminists act to change […]
How to Start a Speech
We all have times when we need to speak in public. Whether you are talking in a team meeting (online or in the office) or presenting in front of a larger audience, make sure you are prepared. Follow the tips outlined here for planning your speech.
Reduce Public Speaking Fear By Connecting With the Audience
GLOSSOPHOBIA: The fear of public speaking We are all looking for ways to reduce public speaking fear! Many people have a fear of public speaking. If you’re one of them, this is good news – you’re not alone! More good news is that there are ways to reduce anxiety while speaking in public. An important way […]
Reduce Wordiness. Be Concise.
Simplify your message and be kind to your audience. Ensure that your point is received loud and clear by simplifying your writing (or speaking) and cutting out the unnecessary clutter.
Repetitive Redundancy, Again and Again
Doing (or saying / writing) the same thing twice is counterproductive. Avoid double work in communication! Pretend that each word you use will cost you .75¢ (look for ways to contain costs). Oftentimes, a “repetitive redundancy” will show up in speech or writing. For each of these examples below, see how words can be deleted, making […]
Subdudes Return!
The Subdudes Return subdudes embark on new tour with new album By Richard J. Atkins, Ed.D.February 2006 The subdudes, a New Orleans-based act spanning numerous genres (blues, folk, R&B, country, Cajun, funk, gospel, and rock) have released of Behind the Levee, which hit the shelves January 24, 2006. At the same time, the band hit […]