This post shares an excerpt from Communicating Nutrition: The Authoritative Guide about audience management and the importance of being fully present.

This post describes how to respond to hostile or controversial questions. A hostile question is characterized by the intent in which it is posed rather than the content of the question being asked. A controversial question is related to a topic that is surrounded by intense public disagreement. When questioners are hostile, our natural response will be to feel defensive. However, for the communicator to demonstrate hostility in any way will be counterproductive. Instead, be c

This post describes how to respond to questions that are often labeled “stupid.” It shares an excerpt from Chapter 36, updated to reflect answering questions in person, virtually, and in writing, such as on social media or responding to comments online.

This post looks at the importance of having a strong work ethic and how it relates to effective communication.

This post looks at the importance of teamwork. Teamwork is when people work together to accomplish a task or achieve a common goal.

This post discusses professionalism and how it relates to being an effective communicator.

Interpersonal skills, often referred to as people skills, are the skills essential to effectively relate to others.

This post looks at the importance of demonstrating integrity and responsibility.

To be effective in today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world, an effective communicator needs to exhibit flexibility and teachability.

This post is the second in a series examining the qualities and skills needed to be an effective communicator, including genuine courtesy.

Effective communication requires the communicator to possess a mixture of personal qualities and skills. Qualities and skills to be learned.

Do you anticipate the year ahead with eyes that see possibilities or dread? What you “see” depends on your perspective. Get a fresh one.

This blog post will define the main categories of bias and describe some of the most common types.

Misinformation is wrong or misleading information. In this post, we will explore a helpful strategy for managing misinformation.

Do you communicate about food, nutrition, or science? Do you find it challenging to counteract misinformation? Here's credible help.

When you create communication, how often do you include photos or other forms of visual aids? What role do they play?

Communication needs a connection between sender and receiver. It forms a relationship. A good first impression sets it up for success. A neg

Whenever teamwork is required and not especially desired, harness the power of quotes to inspire you to embrace teamwork.

Would you like to feel more creative? You can. And it won’t require any coursework or classes, just a reminder that we are all creative.

Quotes support a message by providing the wisdom of others. They can enlighten and inspire, memorably illustrating a point.