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Wave after improving wave of business comms platforms can confuse a founder. Let us help sort that out. We live in a digital age. As such, the working world is becoming an increasingly smaller place in which internal communication is conducted. And while we don’t use carrier pigeons or megaphones to transmit work-based messages, things could definitely be more effective. In fact, reports  Hyperlink InfoSystem  of our present-day situation, “Almost 15 percent of an employee’s time is spent in communication with co-workers, 20 to 25 percent in looking for business-related information and 20 percent checking messages and mailboxes.” Workplace communication crowds out work. The end result? If the above findings hold true, less than 50 percent of an employee’s working hours are actually productive. So yes, though our modern-day business environment has all but eliminated archaic forms of internal communication, there’s still plenty of room for improvement. Fortunately, a num

At the heart of successful leadership and great business is great communication. The way you communicate as a leader is important. The right tone, the right voice, the right body language--these elements are as important as the words you say, sometimes more. Having a leader who understands the principles of great communication can make the difference between a collaborative team and one that goes in circles. If we can get our communication right, we can build strong teams, be persuasive with clients and generally accelerate our business. Here are some principles to remember. 1. Customize your communication. Consistency is important, but that doesn't mean you should speak the same way to everyone. Customize your messages in light of what you know about the listener. Some people like details, some like the big picture, and some people want to hear only about the bottom line. Pay attention to their cues and tailor your communication accordingly. 2. Acti

Simple gestures can mean different things for people of different cultures, and can affect business communication. In the business world, communication is imperative for the successful execution of daily operations. Understanding cultural differences and overcoming language barriers are some of the considerations people should have when dealing with business with people of various cultures. Often business deals are lost because the parties involved did not take the time to learn about their each others' cultures prior to interacting. Customs When doing business with an affiliate from another country, consider the cultural differences that may be presented. This includes basic customs, mannerisms and gestures. For example, If a salesperson approaches a meeting with knowledge of a customer’s cultural background, then his words, body language and actions can all be adapted to better suit those of the customers. This in turn may lead to being better liked by the