There are countless books on the craft of writing. There are just as many books on the writing lives of experienced writers.
But this writer’s life can be summed up in three words: it’s a struggle.
Listening – it’s more than meets the ear
Of all the forms of communication, listening is what we do most. In our everyday activities we spend about 50% of our time listening. Yet effective listening is the skill we have the least training in.
Be inspired by the beauty all around you!
Be inspired by the beauty all around you!
Six essential qualities of a good conversationalist
Courtesy, active listening and knowing when to be silent are essential qualities of a good conversationalist. There are a few more…
Are you a good conversationalist or a great talker?
I’m sure you know someone who is a great talker. There’s the smooth talker, the sweet talker, the fast talker, the persuasive talker, even the dirty talker.
Welcome to the conversation!
The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place
– George Bernard Shaw
