A quick mechanical examination of my trousers revealed a serious tear. I had a significant exposure, and
Just Speak in Simple Language
If you came to my village thirstier than David when he longed for water from the Philistine camp, and instead of simply saying “Please, can I have some water?” you said, “I need to hydrate,” my friend, you would die of thirst just for the love of jargon.
How people create meaning
I struggled, but finally told her, “Once the seatbelt signal goes off, we can exchange.” At first,
Is life really better today
have been wondering whether life loses its sense of fulfillment as it becomes easier. Should everything really be simplified? There is a depth that comes with combing
What is an Integrated Marketing Communication
I often tell my children not to shout but to talk to each other politely. Recently, one of them got on my nerves because of “government policies, lack of infrastructure, and climate change.” I shouted,
Beautiful East Africa
As I traveled through Uganda and the DRC, I captured every moment and environment that looked familiar. Some reminded me of my village, others of neighboring homesteads, and some of scenes I had seen a few years ago.
Who Controls Knowledge?
Slowly, classmates stopped talking about the schools they had come from. It had been a big deal before. Nothing personal to the guys from national schools.
Understanding Communication and Culture
Next time you’re in a new culture, slow down, observe, and follow the queue. Kaminda may have escaped with a full belly, but cultural sensitivity is a richer kind of nourishment. I’ve been served the same meal again today and now; I know how to handle it like a local.
Why Situational Crisis Communication is Life Saving
In professional communication, especially in government and corporate settings, there are foundational concepts every communicator must understand and safeguard: identity, image, and reputation.
Groupthink: When Smart People Unite to Make Dumb Decisions
Janis outlined eight symptoms of groupthink, divided into three categories. The first two arise from overconfidence in the group’s power.