In Search of the Perfect Apology Many things masquerade as an apology but they are, in fact, the evil twin, the anti-Christ of accountability and remorse. There are non-apologies, inauthentic apologies, and genuine apologies, but the question of whether…
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We live in the age of information. If you want to be successful you need to be a good communicator. Here are a few tips to keep in mind regardless of the audience you want to reach or the medium…
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Overcome Shyness to Improve Conversations Some find it easy to converse with others. Extroverts are challenged by drawing others out and listening to what is said. Many of us are more timed. The thought of engaging in conversation with someone…
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Everyone has to communicate. It is impossible to live in the world and not communicate. There are some people who are better at communicating than others, but everyone can be successful conversationalist if they work at it. Actively listening is…
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One of the biggest hurdles to communication and self-esteem is being able to say “No” and those who do not learn its power struggle to make relationships with other people work. There is a very good reason for this as…
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Cultivate listening as it is an effective communication tool. Listening is not always easy as it requires active participation. Some folks focus so intently on what they plan to say they do not always listen, which can be unnerving to…
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Many people have difficulty expressing their feelings with words. They may pout or shout. They may slam a door or kick the dog. They may drive too fast or retreat into a nap. Yet, when it comes to sharing feelings…
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We do different things with our bodies when we are alone and when we are around others. What kind of significance does this carry when we are with others? That is a good question. You will learn how to determine…
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It is not easy to communicate with kids as they mature into teenagers. More likely than not, children will start to develop their own individual personalities and likes or dislikes. They will develop their own unique characteristics and will likely…
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Preparing an Outline for Public Speaking Although the responsibility to act on your presentation depends largely on the individuals in attendance, the way you present your material will help them discern what action should be taken. Before beginning your outline…
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It’s good to talk, or so the saying goes, and talking is the primary means of communication for most of us humans. This writer loves to talk, and nevers seem to run out of words, but there are times when…
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The thing with love letters, is when you sit down to write one, you are all full of emotion, and you have a million things you want to say to this other person in your letter, but figuring out how…
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If done correctly flirting by text can be lots of fun and have many advantages to it. It can be a great way to impress a potential date with wit and writing skill. Being able to communicate in brief spurts…
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There are many reasons why couples should enroll in communication classes whether they will wed or simply share a house because soon, rather than later, they will discover once they begin living together the relationship will engender its own lexicon,…
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Once upon a time,flirting could only be done while the person was sitting beside you.But in a modern world,such as the one we now live in – people can flirt on the go. But how would one go about doing that?…
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The success of any relationship rests upon our individual needs being met. Effectively communicating, our fears, hopes and desires increase the chance of a harmonious relationship. Our personal expectations are subjective, based on our own childhood, personality and life experiences….
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Sugar and Spice: making the most out of commun-E-cation As a virtual tumbleweed lollygags its way across the dreary white screen-plain, your tired eyes sit glazed. Heavy. Defeated. And just before your head nearly strikes the keyboard in surrender, a…
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The best ways to be honest in communication with people is to speak the truth about a matter and to speak factually. There is nothing that destroys a relationship more than dishonesty or different versions of the truth. If the…
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Trust and honesty should be the basis of any strong relationship. In marriage, honesty is a vital component in the building of the trust that is the foundation of a solid and lasting marriage. However, in some limited cases, too much…
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Public speaking: Tips for addressing large crowds Addressing a large crowd can be rewarding and fun but it can also be intimidating and nerve racking for someone with little or no experience. Here you will find the 3 basic tips…
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It is natural to feel some anxiety on one’s first visit to a Toastmasters meeting. After all, fear of public speaking ranks as one of the most debilitating of fears. But then you will soon realize that everyone in the…
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It is very important in any social situation to know how to disagree respectfully with another person. Failure to do this will result in damaged personal relationships and problems with the individual’s personal reputation. It is extremely important for them…
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Yes, less is more; more effective that is. In these days when IM (Instant Messaging) is all the “Twitter” people are learning how to say more with less. Hardly anyone has the time or patience to put up with long…
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” A face is worth a thousand words.” This phrase refers to the power of body language and knowing how to interpret it. There is something about the human face that reveals so much. A subtle grimace or smile often…
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When it comes to relationships, being able to effectively communicate with your partner is one of the top priorities that the couple should have. If you cannot communicate with your partner, you will not know what they want out of…
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Good communication between spouses is one of the keys to a successful marriage. It is important to stay abreast of one another’s feelings, but often that is easier said than done in the midst of raising a family, managing careers and running…
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Remember the comic strip where the cartoon character is telling his dog something and all the dog is reallyhearing is “Blah, blah, blah…?” This is what I think happens when a couple goes to communication classes. At least that was…
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Saying ‘thank you’ and giving gratitude does not come easily for many people. It is often difficult to say ‘thank you’ for a variety of reasons, especially the following main ones: 1. General lack of interactional skills in dealing with…
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An Effective Argument Wins A Debate Every Time Only when a person has an effective argument, can he or she achieve debate success; when that element is missing, the debate fails. In fact it is guaranteed to fail. A proper…
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Are you one who usually talks a lot? This can have drawbacks. Are you one who usually does not talk with others with a lot of words? This can be advantageous. You will learn how using fewer words can have…
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