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Aug 4, 2009

"There is more than a verbal tie between the words common, community, and communication ... Try the experiment of communicating, with fullness and accuracy, some experience to another, especially if it be somewhat complicated, and you will find your own attitude toward your experience changing." --John Dewey

9 Tips to Be a Better Communicator

"Want to have a better day -- fast? Listen up. One of the best ways to replenish yourself in the midst of a stressful situation is through communication and connection. You can go from feeling funky to fabulous by actively engaging in listening. Paying attention to what you are hearing is a magnificent way to be a better communicator. Why? Because it demonstrates that you value the person with whom you are speaking. In my coaching practice, I continually see that enhancing listening skills can help you whether you are leading a team of 1,000 or just trying to have a better relationship with that person sitting across from you drinking coffee." Author Eli Davidson shares her "9 Tips To Be A Better Communicator."