Image by Vanessa Pike-Russell via Flickr Last week, I read a post by Joanna Paterson at MidLife Journal on Facebook in which she distinguished writing with a capital “W “from writing. The phrase resonated with me and I found myself thinking of it, turning it over, and journaling about it. Joanna …Read the Rest
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I stood aimlessly looking out the window while waiting for the water to boil for my tea. It was an …Read the Rest
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: I've sat in meetings that reminded me of this routine. Hard not to laugh out loud when you start trying ...
: Hi Brad, I really like the idea of distributing terms in advance. I have learned that even in the same ...
: Hi Karen, Another excellent list of communication tips! When I think of the "who's on first" situation, it suggests people ...
: Karen,
I agree with Brad - both with regard to what he said about your list and about sincerity.
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: Hi Brad, thank you! Sincerity is a great addition, thanks for that one Brad! You are so right, and this ...: Hi Jeanne! You are never late and as y you know the welcome light is always on for you 
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A little late to the party and just catching up on your thought provoking series. You PBJ ...: Hi Karen, You've put together a superb list of communication skills. One further point - be sincere. : Lillie, you are such a talented writer with the ability to easily convey the nuances in your writing. It makes ...
: Karen,
I'm not very articulate verbally so I always opt for e-mail. I really don't like to talk on the phone ...: Hi Brad, interesting that you mention emoticons. I always hated emoticons but when text became a bigger part of my ...: Hi Karen, Reading this made me think about the phenomenon of emoticons. Aren't they an attempt add those human subtleties ...: Janice, I love those thoughts! Often the beauty of communication lies between the words and that is something that is ...