English Communication: Modern Slang

English Communication: Modern Slang In previous blogs, you heard about some slang terms and acronyms inspired by (or only used on) the internet and text messages. But American slang doesn’t stop there. Every era has the same, funny pattern: the young people create new vocabulary of their own–to the dismay and confusion of their parents […]

Sending A Message with Facial Expressions

Sending A Message with Facial Expressions The single most important facial expression is the smile. Create instant rapport anywhere in the world by simply smiling at the audience.

English Communication: Internet Slang, part 2

English Communication: Internet Slang, part 2 Last time, I told you about common acronyms that are used on the internet and in text messages (like TTYL, meaning ‘talk to you later’).  These acronyms are all fun new inventions of the internet age. But the internet hasn’t just influenced the way we type– it has also […]

Tip for Questions & Answers in Presentations

Tip for Questions & Answers in Presentations End the presentation on time. Some audience members come solely for your speech. Stick to the schedule. You can make yourself available after for anyone who wants to pursue the discussion further.

English Communication: Internet Slang

English Communication: Internet Slang  Slang. You hear it on TV, on the street, in conversations with your friends and colleagues. It’s fun to know slang in order to better understand the communication around you.  It’s fun to use current popular phrases and words! Beware though, in using slang.  Make sure you know what the words […]

Tips for Teleconferences

Tips for Teleconferences Keep your answers short Explain any extra noises (such as people moving around the room) Repeat any questions before you answer them

English Pronunciation: More on Why So Many “r”s in English

English Pronunciation: More on Why So Many “r”s in English Recall from the last blog that we discussed why there are so many “r”s in English. That leads to the next question:  Is there a logical reason or a physiological reason why the English language would use the “r” physiological movement in so many words?  (Speech is […]

Do you use quote or paraphrase?

Do you use quote or paraphrase? The decision whether to use a quote or paraphrase can be influenced by word economy. If a long quote can be paraphrased in a very short version, it will take less time to say and give you more time to introduce other evidence or arguments.

English pronunciation: Why is the “r” in so many words in English?

English pronunciation: Why is the “r” in so many words in English? Did you know that the “r” sound in English is the most difficult sound to say?   It is so difficult that native-born north American children don’t master the “r” until they are about  four years old or seven years old.  There are some […]

Tip for International Speaking

Tip for International Speaking The best way to win over audiences from any culture is to communicate that you care for them and are really interested in them. You are very happy and honored to be there with them.