Do you have a fear of flying? If so, you probably find the idea of a plane on autopilot frightening. Yet, autopilots often control the plane better But, sometimes there is a need for manual intervention The airline industry is not quite ready to kick out the human pilot Putting your business communication on [...]
You put out your best business communication. It makes you look good and feel great. Do you really know where it’s taking you? Or are you on a hamster wheel to nowhere? In Part 9 of a 10-part series on creating a business communication plan, we look at creating benchmarks. Spinning Your Wheels Even [...]
Getting eliminated on Food Network’s Chopped is bad enough. When the reason is Your time has run out – And the plate’s empty Well, that’s a real kick in your plans In Part 8 of a 10-part series, we provide tips for creating a timeline for your business communication plan. The Challenge There are three rounds [...]
Having someone tell you that your business communication stinks is like being told your baby is ugly. You labored over it for a long time It’s a piece of who you are It’s your future What’s even worse is when you show it off and the response is silence – loud, deafening silence. In [...]
If you are a fan of shows featuring creative types – Top Chef, Project Runway and others – you may have noticed a pattern. What challenge do they ALL hate? The team challenge It’s especially challenging to the Control Freak In Part 6 of a 10-part series for creating a business communication plan, we assign roles [...]
If you’ve ever taken a cab in San Francisco you understand adventure. It’s an A-ticket of soaring heights Bottomed-out lows And eyes wide shut You might find the cable cars are a safer bet. In part 5 of a 10-part series on creating a business communication plan, you select your business communication vehicles. Driving [...]
Did you know the idea that an ostrich buries its head in the sand is a myth? An ostrich flops on the ground when it senses danger. Its lightly colored neck and head blend in with the sand, making it look like its head is stuck in the sand. Pretty cool trick, huh? Sticking your [...]
I loved what I call my Dad’s southernisms – those colorful sayings that nail what you’re trying to communicate. One of his favorites was – “Even a blind hog picks up an acorn every now and then.” We all appreciate blind luck, but that’s not the best method for developing your business communication plan. In Part [...]
The 70s produced great entertainment that lives on today. Before you think that’s just the biased opinion from your resident baby boomer, consider the following. The Rolling Stones, the Eagles and too many to list The Godfather, Taxi Driver, The Exorcist The Colombo TV series You don’t know Colombo? Lieutenant Colombo was played by Peter [...]
It’s hard to believe that another year is coming to an end. For most businesses, it’s a time for reflection. How did your business do this year? What goals do you have for next year? Now is a perfect time to work on your business communication plan. Over the next few weeks, we will take a [...]
