3V Blog

FYI – In Japan

Do you know this shorthand? FYI? It means “For Your Information.” It’s a great way to save time and space in text mail and email. We even can use it in actual speech! E.g...

In Japan

Hello everyone, I will be here in Japan until July 9th. Some work, some relaxation. I am in Tokyo and Yokohama right now and soon I will visit Shizuoka and then Kyoto. I will put together a...

Confidence is Competence!

They are twins. They are the flip side of a coin. As you build up your belief in yourself to do something you gain the nerve to do it. Once you do it or attempt to do it you start to notice what you...

Simplify Your English ok?

Today’s mini-lesson is simple. Be simpler. Is simple a bad thing? No. (See? A simple answer!) As a communication and career coach I have seen resumes and cover letters that are too...

The Rule of 75%

I had a fantastic time training the wonderful, energetic group of participants over the last weekend, at our 3V communication course. The first day focused on interpersonal skills and the second more...

A Sandwich Needs Bread Too!

I am surprised by the number of emails I get where a new contact i.e. a stranger is emailing me for the first time and they just send me a one-liner, with no polite introduction or sign-off. For...

Body Confidence: How to Like What You See in the Mirror

From childhood we are sold on an ideal image of beauty, one few of us ever see reflected when we look in the mirror. This article will show you how you can look in the mirror and despite the ideal...

Talk to Trusted Friends and Mentors

As a Communication Coach I get the opportunity to meet and work with people from all walks of life. Sometimes what they are lacking, in addition to “ideal” interpersonal or professional...

Further to your request…

“Further to your request, I have attached my resume.” “Further to your request, I am faxing you the contract immediately.” “Further to your request, I am happy to join...