What Inspired Me from Pinnacle of Influence

I finished reading this new book that I am a co-author of called Pinnacle of Influence, How the World’s Greatest Thought Leaders Became Global Gurus, and wanted to give both a shout-out to the authors and add a few of my favourite snippets of their inspirational words.  Here are some short phrases or quotes from […]

2024 Intro to Ric and 3V Coaching and Training

2024 Intro to Ric and 3V Coaching and Training

I have created some new videos that explain my work, the reasons behind it, and how it can enhance your communication skills. Discover practical tips and techniques personalized for your growth. Don’t miss out—watch the intro video now and get ready to elevate your communication skills!

Merry Christmas and…

Are you one of the people concerned that if you say the traditional holiday greeting “Merry Christmas” that people might feel you are not being inclusive or being politically correct? But don’t you have the right to practice your own beliefs and follow your own traditions? Stop fretting over this seasonal silly discussion.  Ignore what […]

Fighting For Peace

Remembrance Day has always been important to my family. My grandfather Harold Phillips fought the Nazis in Normandy on D-Day. He survived WW2, but sadly his brother George did not. The name George has now carried on for 3 generations, as my dad’s name, my brother’s middle name and my son’s middle name. I do […]

I Stand With Ukraine

Like many of you, I am in disbelief of what is going on right now in Ukraine, and hoping for a quick, peaceful withdrawal, though that seems unlikely. I have been to Ukraine. In 2019 I spent the day in Kyiv on a stop-over. What a beautiful city full of proud people. I have also […]

TEDX Talk on ESL and Accents

“How To Speak Bad English Perfectly” Interesting commentary on the business of ESL (English as a Second Language) including fixing ‘bad English’ grammar and pronunciation mistakes.  Native English speakers are greatly outnumbered in the world, yet many non-natives are striving for ‘perfect’ English skills. I’ve always believed we can help ESL speakers speak ‘through’ or […]

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays

Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays from 3V Communications!  This holiday time is a perfect time to practice great verbal communications by wishing others season’s greetings, and also practice your non-verbal communication by hugging those you love! 🙂 Together let’s make 2018 a positively successful New Year!  

3V English Communication Assessment (ECA) Template

I have been invited to speak at both TESL Canada and TESL Ontario on the topic of Business English Fundamentals, and how to teach them in the classroom or at the office.  Assessments are a key player in communication coaching and corporate training success.  Simply speaking, the formula is “Assessment = Training Program = ROI […]