Excellence in Business Communication, 13th Edition
Chapter 2. Interpersonal Communication Skills
"Author Vanessa Edwards and her team watched thousands of hours of TED Talks and noticed something surprising: The least popular TED Talkers used an average of 272 hand gestures during their 18-minute presentations, while the most popular used an average of 465 hand gestures in the same amount of time.
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"Advice from 7 TED speakers on creating better connections.
"On any given day we're lied to from 10 to 200 times, and the clues to detect those lies can be subtle and counter-intuitive.
"It’s time to use your introversion to your advantage instead of trying to change it.
"Did you know that someone can tell how extroverted you are based on your face?
"Maybe someone less qualified gets a promotion you worked hard to earn.
Authors Carmen Sanchez and David Dunning (photo, left) take on the idea of overconfidence by beginners.
"Selling yourself quickly and efficiently is key when you meet someone new.
"Bezos says that there are two kinds of critics, and that the key is always to 'look in a mirror and decide, are your critics right?
"Digital creator Dylan Marron has racked up millions of views for projects like "Every Single Word" and "Sitting in Bathrooms With Trans People" -- but he's found that the flip side of success online is internet hate.
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"As Guy Kawasaki says, don’t be afraid of the crow’s feet.
"Slights with a smile.
Khyati Bhatt tackles the topic at SimplyBodyTalk.
"Here’s the skinny: individuals who are passive aggressive are hostile, but in a thinly disguised manner.
"We get stronger, not weaker, by engaging with ideas and people we disagree with, says Zachary R.
"Are you a giver or a taker?
"The difference between a sincere apology and cheap one has a lot to do with how it’s phrased.
"With the complexity of our changing world, the speed with which decisions are made, and the overwhelming choices available, today’s leader needs to fully understand the invisible forces that shape conversation and build relationships: Intention and alignment.
"Do you ever find yourself in a conversation you don’t want to be having?
"Movies are also a great way for leaders to learn about leadership on their own!"
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"If you work in an office, you probably spend more time with your colleagues than you do with even your closest friends — and the quality of those relationships can mean the difference between a joyful workday and a minefield of stress and conflict.