By now, you probably realize how much I love to rant about communication habits that lack uncommon sense or uncommon courtesy … or both. One such habit involves what people say when they get a question during a presentation, a meeting or even during a conversation.
Bits & Pieces
Whatever your profession, you also need to be a professional communicator. ETC is pleased to share these essential Bits & Pieces to help you polish those skills.
More Bookshelf
Read any good books on communications, business or management lately? I have, and I’m happy to share them with you.
Full Disclosure here – I haven’t actually read these books … I’ve listened to them. Thanks to the encouragement and positive example of my wife, Nonie, a voracious reader herself, I’ve begun harnessing the power of audio books while driving.
Don’t be a LinkedIn Loser
LinkedIn is increasing in popularity and use, especially with all the buzz about its IPO. But, don’t be a ‘LinkedIn Loser’. When you do invite someone to link with you, avoid the system-generated generic ‘I’d like to add you to my professional network … ‘ Comes off like junk mail sent to ‘Occupant’. Instead, take … Read more
Quote-ables
Using quotes from experts, authors or famous people is a great technique for adding interest and credibility to what you write, say or present. Just be sure to indicate who the author is when not a commonly recognized person.
Bookshelf
Read any good books on communications, business or management lately? I have, and I’m happy to share them with you.
Interestingly enough, these three are all written by leading authors who are also nationally known professional speakers. I’ve enjoyed hearing them speak and recommend their work highly.
Link In with Style and Class
Most of you already know that LinkedIn is the leading social media networking site for building business relationships, sharing information and searching for jobs. But do you also know how easily LinkedIn allows you to make a poor first impression on people you just met or haven’t even met yet?