Voice Blog

Effective communication is a balance between speaking and listening. While speaking allows us to articulate our thoughts and ideas, listening is equally crucial for understanding and engaging with others. Striking this balance can enhance personal relationships, boost professional interactions, and lead to greater understanding in social situations. Here, we explore evidence-based techniques and strategies to help you master this essential skill.

In our modern world filled with short 30 second videos on social media, short attention spans and text filled with abbreviations, many people find themselves slipping into the habit of speaking too quickly. Various factors contribute to this tendency, such as nerves, excitement, or the sheer volume of information we feel compelled to convey. Unfortunately, when we rush our words, the clarity of our message often tends to suffer, resulting in misunderstandings and disengagement from our audience. For effective communication, it is essential to strike a balance between conveying your message and maintaining a comfortable speaking pace.

Filler words such as "um," "like," "you know," and "actually" can often infiltrate our speech, detracting from our message and credibility. These linguistic placeholders may seem harmless, but their overuse can obscure clarity and lead to misunderstandings, making us appear uncertain or unprepared. This blog will explore the nature of filler words, their psychological impact, and practical strategies to minimise their usage.

There’s an old saying: “It’s a small world.” And if there’s one thing I’ve learnt, it’s that this world gets even smaller the more you connect with others. When we think about our careers, our passions, and even our everyday lives, there’s one thing that truly stands out as the ultimate game-changer and that is the power of your connections.

Networking is such a great thing that people should do more often! It isn’t just about swapping business cards or making small talk at events, it’s about building real, meaningful relationships. Whether you’re at the start of your career, running your own business, or simply exploring new opportunities, the people you meet along the way can have a lasting impact on your journey and vice versa.

Effective communication is one of the most valuable skills you can have, whether you’re navigating professional relationships, social interactions, or even personal conversations. We’ve all heard the phrase, “Say what you mean and mean what you say,” but how many of us truly embody it? Being clear and authentic in your communication can help you build stronger connections, gain respect, and avoid misunderstandings.