More Posts tagged with "Communication"
Project Success: Start Out Meetings With Thanks
To be successful in your book project, you should focus on progress first and problems last. This post explains why.
Advice For Book Publicists From A 30 Year Pro
In this interview, Sandra Goroff talks about her career and dishes advice to publicists on what it takes to succeed in the modern publishing industry.
Get the Most Out of Your Relationship with Your Designer
If you've never worked directly with a professional designer before, these tips will help you to speak their language and maybe even make it to the coveted "favorite client" spot!
Big Lessons Learned From a Small Design Business
You learn a lot of big lessons quickly when you run your own small business. Here are just a few of the lessons I've learned to help spot the red flags that indicate a questionable client or project.
"Just" is a Four-Letter Word
There are plenty of offensive words and phrases out there, but I’ll admit that nothing raises my hackles more than the word "just". What's wrong with this seemingly innocuous word? Plenty of things...
All I Need to Know I Learned at McKinsey
I've noticed a strange phenomenon: if you’ve worked at McKinsey & Company, you can easily spot another McKinsey alum by their working style. What does McKinsey do differently?
Free Yourself from Buzzwords and Jargon
Whether you call it buzzwords, tech-speak, or jargon, it may be hindering your true point. Check out these three simple tips to make sure you are actually communicating and not just trying to puff yourself up with jargon.