It’s often been said that humans have two ears and one mouth in order to listen twice as much as we speak. Interestingly, almost all research points to the veracity of this statement. Related: Listening: Our Most Used Communications Skill | MU Extension We do listen much more than we speak. Yet, it is rare to find an institution of learning from K – 12 and beyond that provides any programs or even classes in listening.
Dr. Dennis Becker, founder of The Speech Improvement Company, was chosen to represent North America at World Speech Day scheduled for March 15, 2021. The honor was given to him in recognition of his stature as a worldwide expert in human communication. World Speech Day is a day to celebrate speeches and speechmaking that change the world – socially, politically, in the arts, business, and religion. This is their sixth year and feature a Master
Studies show that loneliness is becoming an increasingly common physical and mental health concern for which remote workers are acutely at risk. With coronavirus forcing employees into 100% work from home (WFH) guidelines, and in some cases, complete shelter in place restrictions, workplace loneliness is at an all-time high. Understandably, employees who are used to seeing each other every day are especially feeling this disconnect. And, with coffee shops and restaurants closed, remote employees who were always 100% remote no longer have
Inquiring Communication Coach: What do you like about Zooming? I conducted a non-scientific poll of my business clients to learn: Top 10 Things Professionals Like About Zoom You can wear your PJ bottoms (just watch the camera shot). You can look at yourself all day, for better or worse. You don’t have to smell fish cooking in the microwave. You get to use your own bathroom. You can squeeze your stress ball
90-minute, online, interactive workshop Thinking on Your Feet Thursday, May 21, 20201:00 PM – 2:30 PM EDT $99 per seat THINKING ON YOUR FEET is always a strong indicator of confidence and competence. Next to controlling nervousness, it’s our most requested training topic! Two things will happen during this 90-minute workshop: First, you will learn specific techniques that will help you strengthen your ability to think on your feet and express your thoughts
Research and experience tell us how important equal and energized group meetings are to morale and productivity. Yet, clients using virtual audio or video conferencing say that engaging all participants, holding attention, and controlling interruptions and overlapping speakers are significant challenges. Make sure you are incorporating these five essentials in your virtual meetings:
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