Technology is wonderful — it allows us to communicate with others in all sorts of different ways.
However, sometimes the way we or others choose is not the most appropriate for the recipient or the message. We are all incredibly busy, after all.
So heres my quickndirty philosophy for how I communicate with others in business, in […]
PERMISSION TO REPUBLISH: This article may be republished in newsletters and on web sites provided attribution is provided to the author, and it appears with the included copyright, resource box and live web site link. Email notice of intent to publish is appreciated but not required: mail to: brent@actionleadership.com
Word count: 1949
Summary: Most leaders are sabotaging […]
But you dont understand! exclaimed the manager, this new initiative is vital for our team. If it doesnt work we could all be out of a job!
Uh-huh… Really… Explain to me again how this new initiative is so different from previous initiatives that were also going to cost me my job if they didnt work […]
Presenters say the darndest things
- Im sorry but I have a cold today so my voice may sound a little funny.
- I just found out about this presentation yesterday, so I didnt have as much time to prepare as I would have liked.
- I wanted to get copies of our reports, but couldnt
- I meant […]
Rubbish! shouted the large, aggressive man in the red-striped shirt (we had to pay attention to him because he owned the company).
The staff dont need to be told anything. When weve sorted out all the details and have the adverts ready to run, then well tell them. They dont need to know beforehand, itll only […]
Although computer phones, aka VoIP (voice over internet protocol) offer the most optimal means of communicating when considering quality and cost, free computer phones cause countless problems when unsuspecting victims download their free software.
90% of current computer phone providers, whether free or charging you for service, do not have secure lines or patented technology.
What does […]
Most presenters begin their presentation in the usual manner
Hello my name is Fred Flintstone and I am here today to discuss technology in pre-historic times.
While your name can be very interesting (especially to you), it is not a very compelling way to begin a presentation. I hate to be the one to break the news […]
What is VoIP?
VoIP is an acronym for voice over internet protocol. A VoIP, in essence, is a computer softphone that allows you to make phone calls from your computer to anyone in the world, e.g., PC to PC, PC to landlines, or PC to cell phones. The voice signal converts to data packets and travels […]
Renovation vs Innovation: Confuse These At Your Peril!
First, some basic definitions:
1) in-no-va-tion n. the introduction of new things or methods.
2) ren-o-va-tion v.t. to bring back to an earlier condition by extensive repair.
Creating a meeting outline for client review? Great. But watch out for words such as: new, novel, unique, different, original, distinct, and innovative. Its […]
You have permission to publish this article electronically or in print, free of charge, as long as the bylines are included. A courtesy copy of your publication would be appreciated - send to info@globalvalueconnect.com
Title: VOIP QUESTIONS AND ANSWERSAuthor: Raymond KlescEmail: info@globalvalueconnect.comCopyright 2004 Raymond KlescPreformatted for 60-characters
Voice over Internet Protocol, or VoIP, has grown in popularity […]
