Category: Business Communication

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BizCom: The Subtext of Sarcasm

When someone tells you that sarcasm will get you nowhere, don’t believe them. It will get somewhere, and that somewhere is on the wrong side of

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BIZCOM: Think Before You Leap

Think before you leap into a difficult conversation. With the holiday season approaching, we may have many festivities at the office or at home with family

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#AskTheRev

Robin & The ARTiculate team invite you to send in your questions about communication, executive presence, presentation, mediation, facilitation, and/or ARTiculate! Send your text, audio or

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A2: Autumn Affirmation

I planted an Autumn Brush Maple, a few years ago, outside of my office window at home. I noticed this year, with all the spring rain

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Let the Voice Flow

Speaking should be easy. At least physically. Your voice is designed to flow without undo strain or stress. If it feels as if it’s hard to

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Compliments

The world of compliments is multifaceted.  There are at least two noticeable sides:  giving or receiving.   We may find it difficult to give compliments or we

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Slow Down!

Slow down! “You talk too fast. I can’t follow you.” I’ve heard this all my life. Admittedly, I’m still working on it and I have good

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Voice Tip Reminder: Embrace the Nerves

You’re up there, ready to speak.  You’ve rehearsed; you’re prepared; you open your mouth, and your voice sounds nothing like you were expecting it to!  It’s

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The Handshake

I have been noticing all the different types of handshakes. Over the past few weeks, when someone has taken my hand for a greeting, they have