Human Resources :  Effective Communication Techniques

The recent outbreak of the Influenza A (H1N1) virus has lead many people to read up on essay news, papers, medical manuals, and other forms of literature in order to know more about it. One of the things that people find out in the essay papers that they read is that there had already been so many cases of pandemics throughout history. One could also...

I’ve had 2 communication challenges in one day. Is this a gender thing? Maybe, but it may be more in how we listen. Here are the 2 challenges I encountered, with my thought on why communication seemed to fail, then a bit of business advice. Challenge One: Directions Needing to know what directions to take, I asked someone in the neighborhood....

Writing is a necessary form of communication and in many cases, the only way to communicate. Whether it is a memo or email to co-workers, blogging on a Web site, providing feedback or selling your idea for a new business, it is all written communication. Writing can be a very effective skill and can be the difference between getting your desired result...

Communication is one of the most important tools managers and business owners have to ensure their success. It touches every area of the business including interaction with employees and peers. It is crucial to creating an atmosphere and leadership style that people feel comfortable in and are motivated to work. One of the most important tips I have...

As a small business owner, you interact with your employees almost everyday. Non-verbal communication, which includes your facial expressions, eye contact, body movement, posture, personal space, and speaking ability, can speak louder to your employees more than your actual words. Your body language can help reinforce what you are saying, which in turn...