Metaphors are bridges that connect complex ideas with the familiar, making abstract concepts accessible. Metaphors can enrich strategic messaging, but without enough thought, they can also have unintended interpretations. This blog covers three topics: A warning about metaphors through an example. Simple directions on ow to create a good metaphor. Some examples of metaphors. Introduction: Communicators Love … Read more
The importance of good communication was put in a nutshell by self-improvement pioneer Paul J Meyer when he said ” Communication – the human connection – is the key to personal and career success.” This is true in all walks of life but particularly in the workplace. Environments where people not only feel understood but also seek to understand … Read more
If you think of mindfulness as an esoteric philosophy with no relevance in the real world, you might want to rethink your approach. Mindfulness is about much more than striking yoga poses and nurturing inner children. Even many people who would not be caught dead in a spa or yoga retreat are using mindfulness and … Read more
In the early 1900s, French psychologist Alfred Binet developed an IQ test to measure children’s mental abilities. With his colleague, Theodore Simon, the two set up questions that assessed a child’s ability to remember facts and solve problems. In recent years, a new form of assessing intelligence has become increasingly popular. It helps to identify … Read more
I wish I knew how to make a clear message in college. When I was a student, I started the College Democrats. I invited every young moderate in Oklahoma to a lobbyist’s house for a political party. College kids from across the state showed up. Hundreds actually. A US Senator was there. Gubernatorial candidates. Big-time … Read more
People spend up to 80% of their days communicating, and over 50% of that time is dedicated to listening. However, the average listener only remembers around 25% of what was said. If you’re in a leadership role, one way to be effective is by being a good listener. Being a good listener is far from passive. Effective listening skills … Read more
The bottom line is that effective communication is difficult. It just is, even for naturally good communicators. If you look at the challenges modern humans face compared to our hominid ancestors, it’s just complicated. Plain and simple. Here’s why: The subjects modern humans talk about are extraordinarily complicated and unnatural. We respond to things that … Read more
When you want to influence others and get projects approve, strategic communication is key. Strategic communication isn’t as hard as you think to achieve and learn. Are you looking for ways to improve your workplace communication to have a more significant influence on others? Do you want colleagues and co-workers to listen and respond to … Read more