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Effective communication between patients and staff is vital for the success of any healthcare organization. In this article, we discuss the different types of communication and 5 ways healthcare staff can improve them.
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We offer advice, research and insights to improve your professional development skills, including communication, interview, leadership, interpersonal, and presentations skills.
September 11, 2023
September 11, 2023
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The benefits of VR and AR for adult learning are revolutionary. The combination of experiential learning and accessibility make these emerging technologies serious contenders to shake up learning systems.
November 8, 2022
November 8, 2022
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Master these important communication skills to advance your career and help secure a promotion. These skills, from body language to public speaking, are essential to every business and successful career.
May 17, 2021
May 17, 2021
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Harnessing the Rule of Three in various aspects of a speech can help engage your audience and give them something to remember. Consider using the Rule of Three in speech structure, emphasis, humour, and for persuasion in your next speech.
May 4, 2021
May 4, 2021
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If you are looking to nurture your public speaking skills, read on. We have collected ten top tips you can use to improve your skills to give great presentations and project the knowledge only you can share!
March 17, 2021
March 17, 2021
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A persuasive speech is a speech that is given with the intention of convincing the audience to believe or do something. Read our suggestions for a persuasive speech outline and ideas.
March 9, 2021
March 9, 2021
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When teaching adults, it's important to take into account characteristics and learning styles of adults, especially how previous experiences influence their thinking.
March 8, 2021
March 8, 2021
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Businesses have started realising that soft skills are necessary for the success of a company, which is why employee training in this area has increased. In this article we discuss the importance and benefits of soft skills training.
March 7, 2021
March 7, 2021
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It's likely that future technological developments will replace more jobs, so it has become crucial to develop your soft skills for the workplace and future.
March 5, 2021
March 5, 2021
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Research shows that experiential learning is effective - with the rapid development of virtual reality (VR), people can learn through experience inside a virtual world from any location.
March 4, 2021
March 4, 2021
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We live in an extrovert-driven society, where sometimes it can feel like the only way to be successful is if you’re confident, loud, and thrive off being around others. Here are some tips that can help you increase your confidence and have your voice heard.
March 4, 2021
March 4, 2021
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Many people struggle to say no when they are given additional tasks because we like to please and be seen as capable. This article explains 6 simple methods you can use to say no to people.
February 16, 2021
February 16, 2021
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Success in the workplace is not necessarily tied to how intelligent you are, how many qualifications you hold. We review important business skills needed to grow your company or within your organisation.
February 16, 2021
February 16, 2021
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Research indicates that successful employees have effective soft skills. It has become vital to develop these skills if you want to progress in your career or business, as they will set you apart from others.
February 15, 2021
February 15, 2021
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Without great communication skills, any business will simply grind to a halt. Find out why communication skills are important, which skills you should be learning and how to improve communication in the workplace.
February 12, 2021
February 12, 2021
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Stress and anxiety in the workplace is common. Work-related stress, depression or anxiety accounted for 40% of work-related illnesses. In this article we have outlined steps you can take to deal with your stress or workplace anxiety.
January 16, 2019
January 16, 2019
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85% of US employees experiencing conflict in the workplace. This article discusses common causes of conflict and how to resolve the conflict before it escalates.
November 9, 2018
November 9, 2018
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In this article we discuss what assertive communication is and tips for being more assertive in the future, with examples you can use.
October 9, 2018
October 9, 2018
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This article teaches you how to improve interpersonal skills, so that you and the person you’re talking to can be understood and respected despite the content of a conversation.
October 4, 2018
October 4, 2018
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When you’re first asked to give a persuasive speech, it’s common to go blank about what you can speak about. Here are 21 persuasive speech topics to get you started.
September 20, 2018
September 20, 2018
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When designing presentation slides, you need to find a balance between keeping the interest of your audience while not distracting from your key message. This article discusses best practices for designing presentation slides.
September 9, 2018
September 9, 2018
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Daniel Goleman determined five fundamental features of emotional intelligence (EQ), each with their own benefits: Self-awareness, Self-regulation, Empathy, Motivation and Social skills.
September 5, 2018
September 5, 2018
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Effective communication is not always straightforward and barriers can easily get in the way. They cause messages to become distorted, subsequently leading to confusion and misunderstanding. In this article, we describe these barriers to communication.
August 1, 2018
August 1, 2018
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Debating can look intimidating, with speakers appearing confident, passionate and unwavering, but it consists of skills that anybody can learn. In this article we provide a guide to the basics of debating.
June 28, 2018
June 28, 2018
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When delivering presentations it's important for your words and ideas to flow so your audience can understand how everything links together and why it's all relevant.
June 21, 2018
June 21, 2018
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Visual aids can enhance your presentation or training material - they can increase the audience's understanding of your topic, explain points, make an impact and create enthusiasm.
June 12, 2018
June 12, 2018
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Persuasive speaking is needed in a wide range of situations; from arguing with a colleague to performing a speech. Rhetoric is the key to developing this skill. We discuss how to use rhetoric for effective public speaking, in order to inform, persuade and motivate.
June 5, 2018
June 5, 2018
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This article lists key challenges for adult learners due to the natural cognitive decline humans experience as they age.
June 5, 2018
June 5, 2018
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Learners differ in many ways, from gender to culture to previous education. It's important to be aware of these factors when teaching. However adult learners do share similar characteristics which impact their learning.
April 24, 2018
April 24, 2018
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Providing feedback for development is useful for employees because it helps them understand their strengths and weaknesses and how to progress in their career. In this article we discuss the 360 degree (multi-rater) feedback system.
April 11, 2018
April 11, 2018
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Persuasive speaking is a skill that you can apply regularly throughout your life, whether you are selling a product or being interviewed. In this article, we discuss the three pillars for public speaking, ethos, pathos and logos.
April 5, 2018
April 5, 2018
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Rhetorical questions can be an effective communication tool during your speech. This article covers what a rhetoric question is and how to use it for persuasion.
September 24, 2017
September 24, 2017
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Learn how communication skills are valued in the workplace, in demand by businesses, help your career progression, enhance your professional image, influence how you learn and more.