Communication Archives

How to Improve Team Communication Like an Expert

Want to know how to improve team communication? How do the greatest leaders communicate with their teams? According to leadership expert and author Jocko Willink, the key to being a good leader is putting others before yourself. In Leadership Strategies and Tactics, he explains how to improve team communication by building quality relationships, trust, and taking radical responsibility for problems. Keep reading to learn how to improve team communication, according to Willink’s advice.

How to Write a First Draft: Just Get Your Ideas on the Page

How should the writing process start? How many drafts should you write? What should your first draft accomplish? In Everybody Writes, Ann Handley discusses what elements to include in your writing and how to write for different formats. Then she gets down to the nitty-gritty of the practical writing process. She recommends writing four drafts. Keep reading for Handley’s advice on how to write a first draft.

Writing for Video: Focus on the Story & Use Punctuation Wisely

How is writing for video different from other writing formats? Does grammar matter? How should you punctuate the text? In Everybody Writes, bestselling author, speaker, and digital marketer Ann Handley offers a comprehensive guide to writing everything you need to write in today’s business world. The book’s main focus is on writing for marketing purposes, and she discusses how to write for video. Continue reading to learn these practical tips that are useful regardless of the type of video you’re writing for.

Brené Brown: Connection Is the Key to Preventing Shame

Why does Brené Brown encourage connection between people? How does connecting with others stop toxic shaming? I Thought It Was Just Me (but it isn’t) gives different practices for developing empathy and combating shame, one of which is connection. Brené Brown claims that connecting with others helps you establish mutual support. Let’s dive deeper into the beauty of connecting with others and how it creates a positive environment.

Writing for Social Media: Keep Your Voice & Change Your Tone

What tone should you use in social media posts? Should you take a stand on social issues? In Everybody Writes, Ann Handley offers a comprehensive guide to improving your writing and reaching your audience. When it comes to writing for social media, she discusses how to keep your brand voice consistent while adapting your tone. Keep reading for Handley’s tips as well as some advice about commenting on social causes.

The Importance of Creative Writing—Whatever Your Purpose

What’s the best way to evoke emotions with your writing? How can you balance creativity with credibility when you write? Whether you’re emailing your colleagues at work, posting on social media, writing papers for school, or writing content for marketing, creativity matters. In Everybody Writes, Ann Handley discusses why it’s important and how to achieve it. Continue reading to learn about the importance of creative writing for all types of content.

Writing for Your Audience: Focus on Usefulness & Connection

What’s the “so what” factor? How can you, as a writer, advocate for your readers? In Everybody Writes, Ann Handley discusses writing for your audience. She explains that your writing must help your reader by providing useful content and that it should build a strong relationship with your reader. Keep reading to learn more about these two critical aspects of writing.

Conversational Intelligence by Judith Glaser: Overview

What is Conversational Intelligence by Judith Glaser about? What are the main takeaways of the book? In Conversational Intelligence, Judith Glaser argues that your struggle to connect with certain co-workers or your team may be because of a lack of conversational intelligence. This means that you don’t understand how important conversations are at work, and how to infuse conversations with trust. Read below for a brief overview of Conversational Intelligence by Judith Glaser.

The 2 Life Coaching Skills Every Coach Must Have

What are the core life coaching skills? How can you do your job more effectively by learning these skills? In Coach the Person, Not the Problem, Marcia Reynolds describes the most important life coaching skills that separate the great from the good. According to her, there are two core skills every life coach should learn to be successful in their field. Read on to learn the two life coaching skills you should master as a coach, according to Reynolds.

What Makes Good Writing? The 3 Ingredients You Need

What makes good writing? How do you determine the purpose of your writing? How much do creativity and accuracy matter? In Everybody Writes, Ann Handley offers a comprehensive guide to writing in today’s business world. She shares three ingredients for good writing that involve attention to your audience, creativity, and credibility. This formula works for all kinds of writing, within or outside of business. Read more to learn about these three elements of good writing.