Boost engagement in conference calls
Wayne Turmel for Management Issues writes that conference calls and remote meetings can be challenging when it comes to engagement. Here are some tips to help you build connections from afar.
Category: Communication
Fix these common grammar mistakes
Here are four common grammar mistakes to watch out for … and how to fix them.
Quit doubting your decisions
When people second-guess their decisions they hold up progress and make others question their leadership abilities, writes Carolyn O’Hara for Harvard Business Review. Here are four tips to avoid doubt in your decisions.
Dealing with workplace ambiguity
Whether your manager isn’t clear about expectations, or the organization’s mission hasn’t been articulated well, you may feel like you’re on uncertain footing.
Speak like a true leader
If you want other people to take you seriously and follow your lead, you need to speak with power, confidence and authority.
Watch those gender-specific words
Gender-specific words aren’t considered appropriate much anymore, says Mignon Fogarty at Quick and Dirty Tips. It’s especially important to avoid them in your business writing as much as possible—and to be aware of the exceptions. Here are some tips to keep them straight.
5 ways to break writer’s block
If you are facing a writing deadline at work, and you just can’t find the words to put down on paper, consider these off-the-wall ideas to power through.
3 Cs to make email more efficient
In 2016, email is still likely to be your most-used tool for communicating with co-workers, employees, customers and your boss. Maximize the time you spend using email by following this advice.
Tactics to communicate more effectively
To communicate effectively and ensure you’re heard, start by adopting a mindset that values diverse opinions and demonstrates you appreciate those that express opposing viewpoints, Booher advises. Sharing a variety of viewpoints doesn’t have to lead to conflict. Next, try to employ these communication tactics.
Boost cross-departmental synergy
Kathleen Downs, a vice president at Robert Half Finance & Accounting, suggests administrative professionals take these steps to boost cross-departmental collaboration in their offices.