Category: Communication

July 27, 2021

Best-selling author Martin Yate, a career coach and former HR professional, takes your questions about how to further your career in HR. Contact him at the e-mail address at the end of this column. During the coronavirus pandemic, job seekers […]

July 21, 2021

Effective communication amongst members of the workforce is capable of scaling business whether small or large. Irrespective of your industry, your business needs not just good but effective communication. According to statistics, effective communication can increase your organization’s productivity by […]

July 20, 2021

Whether at a family holiday or social function, people are sometimes asked: “So, how much do you make?” It’s an awkward question because Americans are private and sensitive about discussing money. The natural instinct for many when faced with such […]

July 19, 2021

Many people are fully aware of how their body language can communicate their feelings and emotions to the outside world, whether intentionally or not. For instance, crossed arms might signal defensiveness or hostility, consistent eye contact can relay a sense […]

July 14, 2021

As managers look to a post-pandemic workplace—and the likelihood of a mix of onsite and remote work—Brian Kropp is worried about the loss of the “serendipity moments” in offering feedback to workers. “Managers often give informal feedback walking out of […]

July 13, 2021

Being the best among today’s business leaders is no longer just about innovating great products or services. It’s also about having empathy, which allows you to navigate emotions to help other people — the foundation for solid relationships. Empathy is […]

July 9, 2021

More than half of all people in the United States (53.8%) have now been vaccinated, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). While still a far cry from the 70% goal President Joe Biden had predicted, it […]

July 2, 2021

Protective hesitation may be a relatively new term for many, but it is certainly not a new concept in the workplace. What Is It and What Is Being Protected? Protective hesitation is when leaders don’t provide clear, consistent feedback to […]

June 23, 2021

Misinformation about COVID-19 vaccines has proliferated across the Internet in recent months, with false rumors about dangerous side effects, surveillance and other conspiracies. The rise in false information about vaccines has had a marked impact on vaccination rates, with 1 […]

June 22, 2021

While a “flat” organizational structure has become trendy in recent years, traditionally, most organizations have a hierarchical structure with employees reporting to managers, who report to directors and on up through vice presidents, CEOs, and boards of directors. Within that […]