Blythe Coons, Author at Articulation Inc

Speaking Contains Multiple Genres: Mastering the Art of Tailored Communication

Ever thought about the different genres of speech? Speaking contains multiple genres. From small talk to business pitches, each situation demands a unique approach. ******* When you open your mouth to talk, whether it’s for small talk, deep meaningful conversations, a networking event, or for a class, do you ever think about what kind of […]

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Speaking is Habitual: The Power of Habit in Learning to Become an Effective Speaker

Speaking is Habitual: The first Threshold Concept for learning to be an effective speaker. ****** When I was in high school, every junior had to give a 5-minute speech to the entire high school. Not only was it a graduation requirement, but the course leading up to that speech taught us specific skills that we

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Executive Communication Catalyst: How a Simple Question Saved Time and Transformed a Client’s Career

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Elevate your executive communication skills with insights from this success story, demonstrating how Articulation’s coaching services can empower professionals and help them achieve transformative results. ***** We work through many of the same exercises with all of our Articulation clients: What’s the goal of your communication? What do you want your audience to do? What

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Unlocking the Power of Self-Discovery: A Journey with the Birkman Assessment

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Unlock the power of self-awareness with the Birkman assessment. This tool reveals the value of understanding different personalities. Learn how it can revolutionize your communication and personal growth. ***** Almost as soon as I joined the Articulation team about a year and a half ago, I became trained and certified to debrief clients on the

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Stop Giving Boring Presentations

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This article, by Blythe Coons, is a continuation of our series on the (negative) emotions that typically trigger calls to us, and small tips to mitigate these challenges. They may feel familiar. That’s because they’re happening in board rooms and offices around the world on a regular basis. Boredom Noun: Not able to engage meaningfully

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