Business Communication Essentials, 7th Ed.
Chapter 4. Writing Business Messages
According to Matt Johnston, "We're always negotiating both at work and at home.
"If you've ever listened to yourself speak in a voicemail or video, you've probably wondered aloud "is that what I really sound like?
"To explore the psyche of a people, do not look at what they do – look at what they do wrong.
"We all want what we want, but it's always difficult to figure out how to get it," writes Matt Johnston in the introduction to his video on the topic of power words.
Educational Technology and Mobile Learning present their list.
Jeff Haden gives fair warning about word traps.
"Remembering the names of the people you meet will help you stand out and make a good impression.
Jeff Haden presents each tip and a link to the appropriate TED talk including one by Malcolm Gladwell.
Sherwood Fleming covers Microsoft's Skype Translator.
"Sir Tim Berners-Lee invented the World Wide Web 25 years ago.
Here is a Justin Gmoser video on the topic.
"Success at work stems from face-to-face communication with others.
"Everyone knows they should ask questions at the end of a job interview, but what do you ask?
"Can you diagnose a company's problems by the way it abuses the English language?
Can you guess what's on the list?
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Wharton professor Eric W.
Chances are you'll have at least one video interview using Skype or another Internet-based phone service.
"John ate a slice of pepperoni pizza, and drank a bottle of beer.
"Fast Company recently attacked the use of "so" at the start of sentences, claiming it insults your audience, undermines your credibility, and demonstrates discomfort with the subject matter," reports Christina Sterbenz.
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"You would think every company would prefer to communicate in a way that connects with the audience," writes Lou Hoffman (photo, left).
Sarah Green interviews Bryan Garner in this podcast at HBR Blog.
"Many people will tell you that the most effective way to find your next job is by meeting people and fostering relationships," says Matt Johnston (photo, left).