If you’ve ever wondered why you should vote, you’re not alone. Voting can be an intimidating task, and come election time, it can feel like you’ve been pummeled with opinions, news stories, and promises, all with one goal in mind: for you to cast your ballot. Voting is a delicate topic, especially in today’s uncertain [...]
“If you are neutral in situations of injustice, you have chosen the side of the oppressor.” - Desmond Tutu If you’ve turned on the television or logged into social media in the past days, weeks, or months, it may seem to you like every [...]
After more than two months of a world in total lockdown, we are beginning to see a shift. We are witnessing the gradual reopening of the economy, and office workers are gearing up to return to their brick-and-mortar buildings. But all is not as it once was. Although restrictions are loosening, the pandemic isn’t over. [...]
“Can you hear me?” “I think your screen might be frozen...” “My internet is cutting o-” These are the familiar phrases that begin every Zoom conference. Just the sound of them registers mutual frustration with users across the globe. Thanks to COVID-19, many of us are spending an uncomfortable amount of time alone. As the [...]
As COVID-19 continues to sweep the globe, shuttering schools and public services, many organizations are faced with a new question. How can we navigate operations in a landscape that is so different from our norm? Fortunately, with a little ingenuity and creative problem solving, businesses can thrive. With so many employers and employees forced to [...]
As a business leader, you have people that rely on you. Your employees are the heart of your business; without them, nothing would get done. Likewise, without you, there would be nothing to get done. A well-balanced, symbiotic relationship with your workers will serve you well in the business world. Given the current state of [...]
Much like the world itself, the way we communicate is changing every single day. This is true now more than ever, as COVID-19 continues to spread far and wide, forcing municipalities, cities, states, and countries to make adjustments for safety’s sake. In this time of isolation, it is critical to stay connected and engaged. Staying inside, [...]
Media Relations Dealing With the Media Can Be Good and Bad; Being Prepared Is Key Whether you are hoping to spread the word about a new product or service, working to elevate your brand’s public profile or responding to a crisis, media coverage can undoubtedly get your company noticed. However, too many people today believe [...]
During this unprecedented global crisis, the CommSkills Group offers this Quick Reference Checklist for planning and managing effective virtual meetings. It is so important that we remain engaged and connected to one another in this time of crisis in order to maintain our relationships and create a sense of normalcy: Prepare Remove distractions from your [...]
Presence is as difficult to define as it is to define art. It is easy to see but hard to pin down. You know it when you see it, but if you were asked to explain what it is, you would be hard pressed. Presence isn’t a doing; it’s a being. People with a strong presence [...]
