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Sentence Completion Tool
[LEADERSHIP] Do you ever find yourself in a situation where you wish you knew more about what was going on in a person's mind? The Sentence [...]
Avoid (or Explain) Acronyms
[COMMUNICATE] It's so easy to toss in an acronym when you're writing because it's short and simple, right? Example: "I wonder if AOC could work with [...]
A Brand New Interface and Task Bar in Windows 11
[WINDOWS] Has the computer you use been upgraded to Windows 11? Or maybe you purchased a new one and this new platform came with it. If [...]
EMAIL – Taking Control of It and Your Sanity
[WEBINAR] Learn how to organize and control email in both Gmail and Outlook, including: Managing incoming messages Reducing and handling spam Clearing out your inbox [...]
Remember vs. Don’t Forget
[COMMUNICATE] It's so easy to tell someone, "Don't forget to ..." But, if you change that up to, "Please remember to ..." you'd be better off. [...]
The Scammers are Escalating – They Can Dupe You
[INTERNET] We like to start our Tech-Talk articles with a story or situation before diving into the tip or the "how-to" steps to add some context. [...]
A Productivity Idea
[LEADERSHIP] If you can work your way past the triple negative, this quote attributed to the quality expert, Peter Drucker, has an excellent message. "Nothing is [...]
Get Quiet People to Speak Up (Part 2 of 2)
[LEADERSHIP] Have you ever been to a meeting where some of the individuals said nothing? Probably frequently, right? That's sad because usually, these folks have interesting [...]
Use “Push Back” to Disagree Gently
[COMMUNICATE] There are times when we disagree with a colleague. Well, probably, lots of times, right? So it is handy to have a few phrases that [...]
Changing Images in “Designer” Layouts
[PPT] I was creating a PowerPoint using the cool "Designer" feature that gives a slide an instant makeover. I got frustrated because I wanted to change [...]
ONLINE CALENDAR: Marketing Tool
[WEBINAR] Do you have an event calendar? Having this handy tool on your website for upcoming programs (such as a Tech-Talk webinar) will help you [...]
Use “Because …” to Convince Others
[COMMUNICATE] There is one little word that can make people feel much more friendly about ... and accepting of ... what you have to say. Yes, [...]
Your “Do Well and Like” Quad
[LEADERSHIP] How many different types of tasks do you (or the people you lead) do in your position? If you list them, I bet there are [...]
Email Overwhelm? How to Take Control
[EMAIL] Is your Inbox overflowing because you've taken on more responsibility? Or perhaps you work 100% virtually or some days in a home office. [...]
Get Quiet People to Speak Up
[LEADERSHIP] If you're holding a staff meeting, I bet you like it better when folks speak up, right? You want to get valuable feedback on the [...]
Dealing with a Constant Complainer
[COMMUNICATE] Have you ever been around someone who is constantly complaining? That can be draining, right? It is hard to listen to all that negativity without [...]
Goodbye to Internet Explorer – What You Need to Know if You Still Have It
[INTERNET] It's hard to believe that in 2003 about 95% of computer users were using Internet Explorer (IE) as the preferred browser to get to the [...]
Minimize the Use of Amplifiers
[COMMUNICATE] You're writing a social media post, an email or an executive report. You're very excited about a program that you're running. You want the reader [...]
What is the “Worst”…
[COMMUNICATE] Ask about the most serious thing You're being asked to take on a project at work. You're discussing it with your manager. You're excited and are [...]
COMMUNICATE: Become an Expert Communicator
[WEBINAR] Practical techniques to gain greater respect from your friends and colleagues. Create a positive environment where people feel listened to, heard and appreciated. • [...]
Pinpoint Where Your “Lost” Phone Is
[MOBILE] On my way out to an appointment, I go looking for my phone. I used it earlier today, so I know it is in my [...]
Using a Calendar to Communicate
[COMMUNICATE] We all have calendars to manage our time so that we know when we have meetings and so forth. But have you ever thought about [...]
“Become” Instead of “Do”
[LEADERSHIP] A light bulb turned on for me when I heard a new concept of a better way to change behavior to achieve your goals. This [...]
Change Default Colors to Your Favorites
[WORD] When I'm working on a Word document and changing colors -- whether it's for a font, a shape, or a text box, the default colors [...]