Can you say “pad kid poured curd pulled cold” 10 times fast? You probably can’t. MIT researchers found certain sound combinations, when spoken quickly, make people lose control of their mouths.
Even if you get everything else right—the communication channels and tactics—these oversights can make your well-laid plans go awry.
From equipment to video ideas, here’s an outstanding source for learning how to create videos that will inspire and engage your staff.
Don’t waste time telling your audience how useful your talk will be. Get to the meat of your presentation as soon as possible—before everyone tunes out.
Objectives, metrics, PR and social media support, and matching the budget to a given project’s needs — all are key elements of attracting eyeballs and getting results from your call to action.
From the obvious things like smartphones to some less-intuitive avenues (print, anyone?), these are the trends communications pros should keep on their radar as we cruise into 2014.
From the obvious things like smartphones to some less-intuitive avenues (print, anyone?), these are the trends communications pros should keep on their radar as we cruise into 2014.
If you’ve ever had a job in retail, waited tables or worked as a receptionist, you’re better prepared for the professional world than most of your peers.
Trends and shifts occur continually, though at varying speeds. Here’s a look ahead.
Blending the social aspects of your culture with the workaday responsibilities of your position (plus a few extra achievements for good measure) will stand you well with the higher-ups.
Could the Peanuts gang, always wise beyond their years, have foreseen the era of social networking? Good grief! Accept the wisdom in whatever form it takes—even that of a beagle.
Complaints prompted the company to explain that the word’s meaning has changed over time, but people aren’t particularly satisfied with that line of reasoning.
Trying to cull the vast expanses of the Internet for content that’s relevant to your readers and customers takes a lot of work, but these tools can help make it easier.
Here are editing tips every writer can use to de-gunk copy, essays, even emails.
What to ask during your interview to determine whether your manager is a good fit for you.
