Equipping Professionals to be Effective Communicators
Equipping Professionals to be Effective Communicators
Equipping Professionals to be Effective Communicators
Equipping Professionals to be Effective Communicators

Communication Tip #11

A verbal challenge:
During this week, positively frame everything you say. This is a test of your verbal skills AND your attitude. This means no gossiping or complaining. If you need to handle a negative situation, reframe your approach.
Examples:

  • You’ll appreciate that the project will be on your desk, mistake-proof, by Thursday. Instead of: I’m sorry, the project won’t be done by Wednesday.
  • I’ll be glad to make the coffee. Instead of: Me make the coffee? Are you crazy?!
  • My pleasure. Instead of: No problem.
  • She’s exhausted and has had a tough week. Instead of: She’s such a ______!

You’ll have at least two more people doing this with you: My husband Greg and I.

The Verbal Edge is located in Fort Wayne, Indiana and St. Petersburg, Florida in the Tampa Bay Area. Engage your listeners and make a difference in how and what you communicate. Take a powerful step toward positive, practical, and life-changing communications by contacting corporate communications skills consultant Elizabeth MacDonald. Contact The Verbal Edge. 260-433-3734 or Elizabeth@TheVerbalEdge.com.