Communication
"If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude."
- Maya Angelou
At the beginning of the year, I asked you for the
communication problems you face. One of my readers explained her biggest issue:
What drives me crazy? --- Overly demanding and loud people
(the ME, ME. ME group) who "muscle" and steam-roll over others with
verbal, and sometimes even physical, intimidation.
I can certainly relate to this concern. I think all of us
have coworkers, clients, friends, or family members who act this way.
Ask yourself if this demanding person is always like this. Or
is this a one-time occurrence that may have been caused by a particular
situation that caused the person to act out of character? I know I have had my
own moments of being verbally intimidating, and have regretted it afterward
(see my September 2007 issue.) If the outburst is out of character, give the
person the benefit of the doubt. Know that all of us have our moments that
usually have nothing to do with the people we are with, but more to do with our
own feelings of vulnerability or fear. Read more...
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Communication Coaching
If you need training in communication, consider one-on-one coaching with me. I offer individualized Communication Coaching. No matter what your communication needs (improving your grammar and sentence structure, putting together and rehearsing a presentation and getting over your nerves, dealing with difficult people, leading a team, crafting your sales message), I can help. If you need to make real personalized progress, call 210-863-2250 or email crystal@crystaldarby.com for a free
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Articles
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If you have articles, company bios, newsletters, or website text that you need written, call for a free consultation and estimate. Call 210-863-2250 or email crystal@crystaldarby.com.
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Crystal Communications
6000 Trone Trail
San Antonio, Texas 78238
210-863-2250
 
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Puzzle
Last month, I asked
what the next four letters were in this series.
Y Y H L Y E Y T ...
Joan Frenzel knew that these were the last letters of the months of the year, so the correct answer was R, R, R, R.
Here is this month's puzzle: in English, adjectives usually precede the noun they modify
(sunny skies, new design, peaceful community). The first person to provide an
example where the adjective follows the noun will win a $25 gift certificate
from Nicavid's Bakery and Cafe. (Please use the phrase in a sentence.)
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