Is a Fear of Phoning Killing Relationships?
A couple weekends ago I was involved in a training course in downtown Toronto and had to be at a particular hotel for the event both Saturday and Sunday slightly before 9am. Saturday morning I left my home late and decided to take a taxi, to ensure I was not late for the event (first […]
Effective Communication Skills Certificate Training Course
The Art of Excellent Communication for Business or Pleasure (June 7th & 8th, 2008 – Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel) Are you lacking clarity and confidence in your communications? Do you have trouble understanding people’s true meaning behind the words? Does your true intended message get conveyed, or are people getting confused by what you say […]
Identify Yourself Sooner Than Later
I recently received a phone call from a nice man looking at maybe doing a joint-venture and/or sharing space for workshops and seminars. Although it was a pleasant-enough conversation I would like to remind him and everyone else out there that you must identify yourself at the beginning of your phone call! He confirmed who […]
Hey, Learn Some English Idioms!
English Idioms are words, phrases, or expressions with a meaning that cannot be derived from the literal translations of the individual words. English Idioms are used in everyday life, work, school, the arts, business, activities, events and sports. When you use idioms appropriately, it makes your English sound more fluent and more in line with […]
Which English is Best for You?
The thing about English is that there are always going to be different accents, different key words chosen to be stressed, different spelling rules and even grammar arguments. But which English is best for you? Frankly it depends on two things: personal choice and location. Regarding personal choice, some people who learn English as a […]
Do Not Abuse Voicemail
One thing I am sure we all hate is getting home after a long day’s work and checking phone messages, only to find out that half of the messages or more are from telemarketers. They leave a lovely message describing in painful detail all of the advantages of using their system, or buying their product, […]
Facebook – Web page
For those of you interested, I have just created a Facebook page for 3V Communications. You can look at photos and videos, but more importantly you can connect with people like you – interested in communication skills. Join the group, be a fan! Start a discussion, comment on one. Here is the link: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Toronto-ON/3V-Communications-Communication-Skills-Training/14886705364 Enjoy!
Accent Reduction – Top 10 Tips Cont’d
6 – Control your volume, and stress key content words to keep listeners focused. Content words are nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, numbers, and other descriptor words. 7 – Control your rhythm and pace. It is not a race! Use medium speed, and medium volume. 8 – Practice with tongue-twisters, alliteration and poetry. Get control of […]
Accent Reduction Top 10 Tips – Cont’d
3 – Memorize useful North American or British slang, depending on where you are, and current idioms and expressions, etc. to integrate them whenever possible. If you are not sure if an idiom or expression is appropriate, ask a teacher, tutor or coach, or a trusted native English speaking friend. 4 – Buy a pronunciation […]
Accent Reduction – Top 10 Tips
It can be very exciting studying for a year or two in a foreign country, and every year thousands of ESL students travel to English-speaking countries to have an adventure, take a break from rigorous (i.e. difficult) studying at home, and learn some English. At the same time, immigration is up in some countries, especially […]