Think Your Verbal Communication Skills Don't Matter - Think Again!
I hear it all the time. I know what I'm trying to say, but people keep taking it the wrong way. Then I respond that you must own your communication and its impact on others. Whether wittingly or unwittingly, inartful expression can doom your career prospects, team involvement, and relationships. Words matter I dare say and many other elements of the communication process. ...
Can My Emails Short-Circuit My Advancement?
Writing emails is a daily task. And we send thousands of them, along with equal impressions. They can say you are professional, thoughtful, and helpful if well-written. However, when poorly written, they can send a silent but loud message that you are not professional in your approach, thoughtful in your delivery, or helpful in your written content. So, yes, how you ...
Distinguish Yourself and Advance with This Skill
It's well known that opportunities to advance are given to those who can distinguish themselves from the crowd. To be a standout, you've got to make contributions that give you a value-added advantage. After decades of software implementation consulting, I know that presentation delivery is the skill that will help you distinguish yourself and advance. As a professional ...
Admit It; You Need Better Interviewing Skills To Advance
Ah, the dreaded interview: You're nervous, you don't like talking about yourself, even the most basic questions are hard to answer, you start to sweat profusely, ok, ok, you get the point. But let's face it, people decide who gets the job, and it's based on your ability to give a solid interview. I know it's hard to admit, but interviewing is challenging, and you need proven ...
The One Skill That Will Sink or Soar Your Advancement
While all skills work together to promote your career, one skill continues to sink or soar advancement. That skill is effective meeting facilitation because it is the single business time staple that instantly exposes your leadership ability and potential. It is a tricky skill to acquire, with many factors to know and consider. However, if you become good at it, you will ...
Online Streaming Act Receives Royal Assent
Canada’s government just announced that the Online Streaming Act has received Royal Assent. This new legislation is designed to create a fair, competitive space for Canadian content creators to produce and promote content through online streaming platforms. The Online Streaming Act amends the Broadcasting Act, extending its scope to cover online streaming platforms operating ...