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How does it feel when you create a dish or an entire meal that is not only delicious but is a feast for the eyes? Are you motivated to...

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An internet search for “leadership styles” will generate numerous lists naming and describing different styles. The various styles differ...

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When delivering communication in a crisis, what does your audience need first… an accounting of the facts, or, an expression of empathy...

Crises are events and situations that turn our lives upside down. They include natural disasters, health scares, economic upheavals,...

Who comes to mind when you hear the word "influencer"? What does it mean to be an "influencer" and why are they so persuasive? The term...

Have you ever needed to say "That isn't what I meant!"? We all have. We have all been like Miss Information. Who is Miss Information?...

When describing your communication skills, which adjective would you prefer: Average? Mediocre? Adequate? Or Awesome? It’s time for...

Does the Q&A portion of a presentation fill you with dread? It doesn’t have to. This tip series provides 5 tips for mastering the Q&A.

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In today’s world of instant messaging, texting, email, and social media, have we lost the art of having face-to-face conversations?

Are you fully present? Right now - are you focused on reading this blog post, or are you distracted by other stimuli in your environment...

The month of February is the time each calendar year that we celebrate love with cards, flowers, and boxes of chocolates. During this...

Have you ever heard the sentiment that someone skilled in something was a “born __________ (athlete, musician, teacher, speaker…)”? All...

Meet Miss Conception – AKA “contagious falsehoods” because they are so common. In honor of nutrition communication, how many of these...