The Importance of Listening: Be an Outstanding Audience for Others
To be great communicators and advocates, we must first become an outstanding audience for others. Here are some tips to listen actively and effectively.
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Inquiring Minds Get the Best Results
Asking questions at the right time and in the right manner can make our advocacy even more powerful. But it’s not surprising that we often leave this important tool lying in our toolbox.
3 Easy Tips To Improve at Public Speaking
I have found and utilize these three tips to help offset my own apprehension with public speaking. These tricks can work for you too.
The Power of Presentation: Effective Communication Skills for Leaders
Can you think of a single professional endeavor that doesn’t require strong communication skills to be successful?
Praise for the First, First Responders
911 dispatchers were rarely recognized during one of the most difficult years in modern history. Let us not forget why they are worthy of praise.
Building Your Network
Here are four tips to make the most of networking using social media platforms to nurture personal and professional relationships long-term.
Communicate with Confidence in the Workplace
Do you ever speak to a coworker and wish you could have phrased yourself better? Here are five tips on how to communicate with confidence in the workplace.
Remote Work Highlights Need for Seamless Collaboration
As many state and local government employees continue to work remotely, government has an opportunity to confront longstanding collaboration challenges and provide employees with the collaboration tools they need to get the job done, efficiently and effectively.
Sage Advice for Surviving Major Workplace Transitions
Change can be difficult, but it is also inevitable. Here is some advice for being prepared to embrace change and thrive in your new circumstances.
How Henderson, Nevada Gave Firefighters a Virtual Edge
Since January 2020, the department has used a virtual collaboration tool to connect 11 fire stations spread across approximately 106 square miles.