Business Writing: Keep It Short and Sweet!

Posted by Jen Conroy on Dec 20, 2018 9:57 AM

 The three keys to successful business writing are brevity, simplicity, and clarity. Our latest Skye Learning video explains that business writers need to respect their audience -- and that means not wasting their readers' time with writing that is vague, wordy, or convoluted. Keep it simple, and you'll be on the path to success.

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Ethical Communication in the Workplace

Posted by Tricia Goodwin on Dec 12, 2018 9:00 AM

Most of us spend half (or more than half) of our waking hours in the workplace. At work, we communicate with a range of people with different roles, experiences, cultures, perspectives, and power levels. Knowing how to communicate skillfully across such a wide spectrum of colleagues is an essential skill set in the modern workplace.

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5 Body Language Tips

Posted by Sandy Slager on Dec 11, 2018 9:30 AM

Communication comes in different forms. The most basic form of communication is the spoken word, but we communicate with unspoken messages all the time. We often use body language, which is a nonverbal form of communication. Our posture, eye contact, and hand gestures are all forms of body language. Our latest infographic covers five tips that can help you improve your body language.

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What to Do When the Words Won’t Come to You

Posted by Jen Conroy on Nov 23, 2018 10:11 AM

Can’t find the right words to put on the page? Writer’s block is one of the most frustrating problems any writer can face. There’s no magic cure-all, but our latest video offers practical tips to help you overcome the blockage and get your keyboard humming again.

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7 Tips for Writing Smart, Professional Emails

Posted by Jen Conroy on Nov 21, 2018 9:30 AM

Since it first became the preferred method of business communication, email has stood the test of time: it remains a convenient, efficient, inexpensive, and effective way to relay information to your professional contacts. But the many benefits of email go hand-in-hand with some real disadvantages.

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7 Stages of Public Speaking

Posted by Jen Conroy on Oct 30, 2018 9:00 AM

At some point in your career, you may be asked to speak in front of an audience. Are you prepared for such a task? Public speaking might come naturally to some, but for many others, it can be a nerve-wracking experience. With the right preparation, you can learn to manage your fear of public speaking. Our latest infographic covers the 7 stages of public speaking. Use these tools to help you prepare for your next speaking endeavor.

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