Most of the business writing that you see is dull and there’s generally a reason for that. A business writer will often work for an institution and they can wind up sounding like them even though they don’t mean to. All writers need to remember that effective communication does not need to sound formal […]
Many cheap and free audio conference call services use access numbers beginning with 08xx. The more common are 0871, 0870, 0844 and 0845 numbers. These number ranges are known as non-geographic or ‘NGN’ numbers. Whilst these are accessible from most landlines and mobile networks in the UK, there is no guarantee that you will be […]
A LMS can no longer rely on it’s effectiveness as a learning medium to deliver, track and monitor training. It now needs to fend for itself and clearly demonstrate how it adds value to a business’s bottom line.
Previously, a traditional LMS has been able to provide sufficient value and worth to an organisation, by delivering […]
Corporate video is a collective term that comprises all the differing video productions utilized in most medium-size to large-size organizations and corporations. Video productions should share common goals: to effectively deliver information, influence decisions by individuals or groups, meet the production schedule and stay within the budget. Speaking of decisions, this process is […]
The important thing to remember about being a good communicator is actually, not talking you must hold your tongue and LISTEN! This applies to all areas of business, whether you are talking to a customer, an employee or a supplier. It is equally important in casual and social situations because you never know when you […]
Creating memorable messages is utilizing effective communication to move people to act. Memorable messages are the cornerstone of effective marketing messages, whether they are TV commercials, marketing campaigns or product designs. Memorable messages are those that give us confidence in some politicians, authority leaders and products, while we remain distrustful of others. […]
Another fact I would like to share was that the honking of the geese we hear as they migrate is actually them encouraging each other to continue on. Okay, perhaps that could arguably be considered an opinion, but so what?!
It made me think of how we can emulate the compassionate and wise behaviour […]
Just some of the main reasons why a particular hotel becomes famous could be due to its location and its design. This is particularly evident with newer hotels like the Burj al Arab in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Whilst the name of the hotel might not be instantly recognizable the fact that the hotel is […]
Public relations is no longer something that just happens; how a company or corporation is perceived in the public eye, particularly in the eye of the company’s shareholders or potential customers, isn’t something that’s left to chance. Companies have entire departments and large budgets in place to ensure that they will be viewed in […]
There is an old saying in the West that says that if the preacher talks too much about stealing, better sneak out a little early, race home and lock the cellar!
The same holds for the good old boy that says, Ah, we don’t need to have a contract. You can trust me. The […]
The 0845 numbers in Great Britain are a non geographical telephone number which is used all over the country. The telephone number is used by most customer service departments in businesses in the public sector. The call which is made to the customer from the caller is very complex with the charge sometimes being split […]
Communication overload is more common of an issue than many of us would ever believe. There are several types and levels of communication today based on the technology that we are surrounded with. These communications arrive to us through email, pagers, instant messages, cell phones, voice mail, teleconferencing, video conferencing, and several other means. While […]
We have all heard the expression “there is no such thing as a free lunch” but with so many companies purporting to offer free conference call services is the famous idiom outdated?
The answer depends on how you define the term “free”. After much research into this subject I have managed to come to some interesting […]
Texting and instant messaging is all the rage these days, as is bad spelling, acronyms and using no punctuation or capital letters. The frantic and frequency of these exchanges seems to negate the need for adequate spelling, punctuation and grammar. This is to help you get to grips with text speak (or txt spk).
Acronyms
As technology changes so does the court reporting profession. A growing trend in courtrooms across the country is the use of real-time rather than traditional transcription. Like everywhere else, Tennessee court reporters have to keep up with increased demands.
Traditional Court Transcripts
If you wish to play an office prank on your colleagues then just try walking into the office and mentioning in passing that there is a company team building event planned soon. The looks of horror will cascade around the office as your colleagues picture the trust falls and group chanting in a secluded field […]
Many people use unimaginable figures of 5 applications and 6 different channels for communication every day. The truth is that an increase in tools does not mean a more efficient communication. Actually, when they try for the first time many employees are unable to reach their co-workers, and this can be attributed to the channel […]
Advances in technology and fast internet service have made video a medium available to just about anyone. Even if you don’t have the equipment at your business, third parties such as a court reporting agency can provide the service.
Advantages of Video-Conferencing
New members of your downline will look to you for training and advice or assistance to help them get established in the business. They will be keen to succeed and highly motivated to learn. Here are some important tips to help you be effective in training your distributors.
The effectiveness of training sessions depends largely on […]
Many Los Angeles Companies today seem to be enamored with team building activities, games or tasks designed with the idea that throwing a mismatched group of employees into a situation outside of the normal workplace environment will somehow result in improving their ability to work. A lot of employees moan and grouch about the worthless […]