Tag: Communication

The Value of Learning a Second Language

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Teetering back and forth on a seat of the New York subway, suitcase in hand, I sat slightly anxious awaiting arrival at my station destination. As a fresh wave of people entered from the next stop, an evident brother and sister pair hopped on my cart and sat directly across from me. As they settled into their seats they started speaking rapidly in a thick (what i presumed to be) ivorian french accent. … Continue readingThe Value of Learning a Second Language

Portraits of an English Double Major: Carter Smith

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As an English major, there is an immense amount of insight to be gained from the Clemson English curriculum. Still, some students decide to take their academic careers further by applying the ideas they learn from their English courses to another field of study. Double majoring is no easy feat, but with the various tracks within the English department, pairing the major with another can lead to excellent opportunities in the future. Often we find students who double major have a competitive advantage in the job marketplace—my interviewees were no exception. … Continue readingPortraits of an English Double Major: Carter Smith

Four Benefits of Taking a Communication Course

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When faced with the daunting duty of giving a speech, scared students begin to beg for snakes, heights, and germs instead of standing in front of their peers and presenting. A required course for undergraduates at many universities – including Clemson – public speaking is seen as a terrifying task to many. However, the majority of college students are unaware of the benefits that a communication course provides – regardless of any prior experience and major. … Continue readingFour Benefits of Taking a Communication Course

5 Communication Tips That Can Make You a More Effective Leader

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Behind every great leader is a set of great communication skills. No matter what field you are in, it is important to have the ability to communicate effectively. Further, without effectively connecting with a group and inspiring their actions, it is nearly impossible for someone to lead them. A leader with poor communication skills may have trouble maximizing the organization’s success. To avoid this obstacle, here are some of the top communication skills that can make you an effective leader. … Continue reading5 Communication Tips That Can Make You a More Effective Leader

New-age Communication: Tips on Professional Instagram Branding

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With regard to communication, we are living in an ever-changing atmosphere. There is more access to free and easy tools to establish and enhance the presence of your brand than ever been before, but with this accessibility comes the biggest challenge yet: captivating your audience. Because of the surplus of information constantly aiming for the attention of mobile phone users, more than ever, marketers must fight for a spot in consumers’ minds. Marketers must consider how quickly one switches from stimulant to stimulant, so the battle is not only in grabbing consumers’ attentions, but also remaining in the their minds once they scroll onto the next post. … Continue readingNew-age Communication: Tips on Professional Instagram Branding

Active Listening is Key to Good Communication

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In an environment like the workplace, it can sometimes seem you have to display a consistent competitive nature in order to be successful. The pressure to constantly provide the newest and freshest ideas in order to prove your value can lead you to talking more than you listen. This is actually a hindrance to your professional communication skills and makes the workplace less inviting and more stressful. The ability to effectively listen is an important skill for anyone to have, but it is especially important amongst co-workers in order to generate ideas. … Continue readingActive Listening is Key to Good Communication