20 Aug 2012 Let’s Listen to Ourselves
I think communication would be improved if speakers listened to the things that come out of their mouths. This concept is similar to the advice to think before speaking, but...
13 Aug 2012 Dog Days
I am Ruth, auxiliary Dog at Work. See me above with Edgar, enjoying an August Dog Day. With a respectful nod to Sirius and the ancient calendar, I must...
06 Aug 2012 Reggie and Roger
Reggie and Roger are salesmen. Business is slow. The boss has called a private meeting for each of them. Let’s cycle through the thoughts of these gents as they receive the...
01 Aug 2012 A Note For Daphne
At a business social gathering, Herman is telling Norton about video editing. Norton, interested in learning more about this field, is listening intently. Enter Daphne, who stands near them for a...
23 Jul 2012 Order Another Sandwich
Arminta arrived at the client’s meeting and asked if the documents being sent from her assistant were there. No. As the meeting finally dragged to a close, she called a nearby deli...
16 Jul 2012 Conflict Conversationland: Plan Ahead
Caleb tells us that some time ago a friend wronged him. Caleb says he was unable to confront the friend at the time but is now thinking of doing so....