Have you ever read something expecting it to be amazing, but it was riddled with grammatical errors or the wrong form of a word? Maybe I am alone here but when I read something with poor grammar or word use, I get so distracted I lose the point of what I am reading. I am literally that person that reads a post on social media, sees the wrong use of “your” and comments with “you’re”…I think I need to find another hobby but that is a fight for another time.

As a business owner, corporate professional, service provider, or leader, you must hone your communication skills at the basic level. Grammar and vocabulary are the foundation of good communication. Using them correctly will help you create clear, concise communications that will build your credibility with your audience!

You are judged by your grammar. Now, no one is perfect, and most of us still end up with a typo or two even after a few reviews. One or two minor errors probably won't derail...

In most situations, there are multiple ways to get something done. Communication is no different. While there are usually many ways you can say something, some ways are better or more effective than others.

Think about the last time you asked someone to do something. If you said "Hey, do XYZ for me" you might be met with rolling eyes or even get ignored all together. But if you say something like "I'd appreciate your help, would you please do XYZ for me" then you are more likely to get that person to help you!

Asking for help isn't the only situation where how you phrase your request can make all the difference in the response you get. In this blog post we will discuss 5 ways to rephrase what you need to say so that you will get the response you desire!

1. Try replacing "I'm sorry" with "thank you." Instead of saying "Sorry I'm late" try saying "Thanks for your patience" or "Thank you for waiting for me." This simple rephrase immediately takes your words from a place of stress and...

Do you think your communication skills could use some help? If so, don't worry. You're not alone. In fact, most people struggle with the art of communicating at one point or another.

There are many ways to improve your communication skills and it could take a lifetime to explore them all. To help you out, I've put together 9 tips that will help you communicate better right now!

1. Simplicity is key! Keep it simple. Don't overthink what you need to say, just say it.
2. Try to avoid saying "umm."
3. Eliminate fluff words. Words and phrases like "honestly" and "let me be clear" can cloud your message. Adding unnecessary words to make your content appear fuller will dilute your message and create distractions for your audience.
4. Think before you speak. When you are addressing people live, it is okay to take a few seconds to gather your thoughts before speaking. When writing, you can erase and rewrite as needed but when speaking, you only get one shot to get it right.
5. Context is important....