Written Communication Archives

4 Tips to Manage Email

By Dr. Francis Eberle

I recently had a conversation with a client about email as it relates to work-life balance because her company had formed a committee to work on it. We explored whether her own email habits were impacting her life, and I asked her the following questions to help her gauge her email use:

Does your daily routine include checking email when you wake up?
How many times do you check your email during the day?
Do you have email pop-up notifications on your phone and computer?
Do you check your email right before you go to bed?

If the answer to these questions makes you feel a bit uneasy about your work intruding into your personal life, you are not alone. Email has become the go-to communication tool for work. Its accessibility on smart phones allows us 24/7 participation and connection.

The Written Word Endures

In this short video, Author and Speaker Dale Dixon talks about Written Communication and how today’s leaders are judged on this critical skill.

Written Communication: Reinforcing the Spoken Word

Leaders with an aptitude for written communication have the ability to articulate a written message in a clear and compelling manner. Watch this short video as Shawn Kent Hayashi talks about the value of developing this important skill.

Written Communication: An Essential Skill Set for Today’s Leader

In this short video, The Complete Leader faculty and executive advisor, Lisa Aldisert discusses the importance of written communication for today’s leader and tips for mastering this skill set.

Write to the Point

This week host Dale Dixon and leadership advisor Ron Price talk about the evolution of written communication as technology advances, and why these skills are more important for leaders now than ever before. Ron talks about the impression that a leader’s writing gives, why leaders should pay attention to their audience, and how the technical aspect of writing helps convey ideas. He also gives tips that leaders can use today to improve their written communication skills.

Writing Compelling Content

Our guest today is Stacy Ennis. Stacy is a writer, book coach and creative consultant who helps thought leaders, celebrities, Nobel prize winners, and everyday folks translate their thoughts into great writing. Why it’s often difficult for people to write and why consistent writing is important. She also shares step by step how to create an effective writing routine, and how to choose a writing topic.

Write Well: How Your Written Word Makes an Impression

This week we talk with Dr. David Pate, President & CEO of St. Luke’s Health System in Boise, Idaho. Dr. Pate discusses the importance of clarity in writing, especially as a leader. He makes the case that poor writing demonstrates a general lack of care, which can be hazardous when people are forming opinions in your absence. Dr. Pate shares common writing mistakes that cause a lack of credibility, and gives us his tips for management-worthy writing.

TCL Video Series: Written Communication with Dale Dixon

In this short video, TCL faculty member Dale Dixon talks about Written Communication and how today’s leaders are judged on this critical skill.

TCL Video Series: Written Communication with Shawn Kent Hayashi

Leaders with an aptitude for written communication have the ability to articulate a written message in a clear and compelling manner. Watch this short video as faculty member Shawn Kent Hayashi talks about the value of developing this important skill.

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