Why are so many communications difficult to read or understand?
With millions of printed and online communications distributed every day, many readers are forced to assess the value of one piece of written material against hundreds of others, often making the read, bin, delete or ignore decision within a few seconds.
When you need information from busy people, tap into their enthusiasm
When you need information to be able to do a job but someone is too busy to give it to you or just never gets round to doing it, try tapping into their enthusiasm. People love talking about their likes and are pleased to have a keen listener, so try to catch them over a cup of tea or a drink for five minutes and ask them about activities they like talking about. Take a genuine interest and ask them questions so that they talk about what you need to know.
Meet Robert Zarywacz at Sands Café Bar, Saunton
Meet me for afternoon tea at the North Devon ecademy club meeting at Sands Café Bar at the Saunton Sands Hotel, Saunton from 3.00pm to 5.00pm on Wednesday 25th June 2008. We’ll be talking about business, social networking and enjoying the marvellous views of the Atlantic Ocean, Saunton Sands and ...
