Our ability to communicate to nearly any part of the world in seconds or a minute or two is extraordinary. At the click of a mouse or the press of a button on a mobile we can see, hear and write to whom we wish. The technology is fantastic, however, has our ability to express ...…
If you never Network your glass will be empty. Network occasionally and your glass may be half full If Networking is a way of life you’ll need many glasses. Whether you are employed, between jobs, 20, 30, 40, 50, or 60 plus, or returning to the work force after children, networking is a critical tool ...…
In Networking 1, the First Five Minutes, I mentioned Elevator Statements (EVs) and how they are critical to successful networking. So what’s an Elevator Statement? Here’s what they aren’t. EV’s aren’t speeches or pitches. I have an absolute aversion to the word pitch. Whenever a person pitches to me I know they want something, usually to ...…
Social Media Friend or Foe? Both! What do have a 16 year old birthday girl, Tess, Canadian policeman Michael Sanguietti and soccer player Ryan Giggs have in common? Answer, they didn’t realize the power of social media. Tess fled, police turned up, made a few arrests and her birthday will be never be one ...…
When I was a working broadcaster and journalist, together withmy colleagues, we received an average of 100 press releases a week, sometimes more! Ninety-nine per cent ended up in the round filing cabinet beside my desk. Most were trying to ‘flog’ a product. If you want to make people aware of your product advertise it. ...…
21C Communication Campaign – What A Ride! Over 10 years ago speaking at Women in Finance Networking Breakfast the question was asked “How will the the Internet impact on business communication, nee marketing?’ Before I could answer an assertive voice from the attractive audience answered “Not much!” Why? “Advertising does the trick.” said another. Then, ...…
Issues and Crisis Management Ignoring an age care issue is like bomb wait for detonation. Once the fuse is lit, the issue quickly becomes a crisis, often under the extreme scrutiny of stakeholders – government regulators, aged care agencies, residents, relatives and media. The management of issues and crises, however, can be a beacon of ...…
The other day a particularly nasty newspaper article caught my eye. As part of the torture process, the police of the Middle East country anally raped a man using a wooden pole. Using a mobile, videoed the torture and humiliation of the innocent man. Sorry about the graphic description. To intimidate his family, the police ...…
A few communication observations: When I talk with my clients the greatest challenge they have is closing the communication gap with their clients business partners and colleagues and personal friends and family. Here are a few observations that might be useful: The quality of your personal and professional communication will determine the quality of your ...…
