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Saying You’re Sorry
Apologizing is difficult. Doing it well is harder still. People often think of apologizing as a task that they need to complete according to tick-boxes. Let’s explore why that can be problematic.
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10 Quick Tips To Better Listening At Work
What are 10 quick tips to better listening at work? Learn active listening techniques, focus strategies, and skills to improve comprehension in professional settings.
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The Power Of Pausing
What is the power of pausing in speech? Learn how strategic silence enhances clarity, emphasis, and professional impact in presentations and conversations.
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How To Communicate In The Workplace
How do you communicate effectively in the workplace? Learn essential professional communication skills, common challenges, and strategies for workplace success.
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The Art Of Concision
What is the art of concision in communication? Learn techniques to express ideas clearly and briefly—essential for effective professional speaking and writing.
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Communicating Effectively With Video Conferencing
How do you communicate effectively with video conferencing? Learn techniques for clear speaking, engagement, and professional presence in virtual meetings.
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Vocal Fry: Are You Frying?
What is vocal fry and are you using it? WELL SAID explores this voice quality—creaky voice—its effects on communication, and when it might be problematic.
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Why You May Have to Repeat Yourself
Why do you have to repeat yourself? Learn about intelligibility, clarity factors, and how articulation affects whether others understand you the first time.
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Ways to Practice your New Skills
What are ways to practice your new communication skills? Learn effective practice strategies, integration techniques, and how to make therapy carryover to real life.
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Managing Conflict in Three Approaches
How do you manage conflict? Learn three approaches—avoidance, accommodation, collaboration—and when each communication style is most effective at work.
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What You Can Say to Become a Good Listener
What can you say to become a good listener? Learn verbal responses, reflective listening, and active listening phrases that show engagement and understanding.
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Four Ways Speech Therapy Is Like Learning To Swim
How is speech therapy like learning to swim? Explore parallels in skill development, practice, muscle memory, and gradual progress toward communication goals.
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The Four Components of Your Running Speech
What are the four components of running speech? Learn about articulation, resonance, voice, and fluency—and how they combine for effective communication.
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Make a Great First Impression
How do you make a great first impression? Learn about communication skills, vocal presence, body language, and strategies for memorable introductions.
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The Happy Medium Between Passivity and Aggressiveness
What is the happy medium between passivity and aggressiveness? Learn about assertive communication as the balanced approach to professional interaction.
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Prosody: The Music of Language
What is prosody—the music of language? Learn about rhythm, stress, intonation, and how melodic patterns convey meaning and emotion in speech.
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The Power of Positive Words
What is the power of positive words? Learn how language choice affects mindset, confidence, and how reframing communication creates better outcomes.
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Refining the Art of Small Talk
How do you refine the art of small talk? Learn conversation techniques, topic selection, and social communication skills for professional networking.
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Combat the Fear of Public Speaking
How do you combat fear of public speaking? Learn about glossophobia, anxiety management techniques, and building confidence for presentations.
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How to Keep It Simple and Concise
How do you keep communication simple and concise? Learn editing strategies, clear language techniques, and brevity skills for professional speaking and writing.
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Why Is Conflict So Difficult, And What Can I Do About It?
Why is conflict so difficult? Learn about emotional reactions, communication breakdowns, and practical strategies to navigate workplace disagreements effectively.
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Filler Words in Professional Communication: How Speech Therapists in Toronto Help
How do filler words affect professional communication? Learn about um, uh, like—why they occur and speech therapy techniques to reduce verbal fillers.
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The Importance of Social Skills at Work
Why are social skills important at work? Learn about pragmatic communication competencies that affect professional relationships, collaboration, and career success.
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The Social Networker: Tips for Managing Friendships
How do you manage friendships as an adult? Tips from the social networker on maintaining relationships, setting boundaries, and building meaningful connections.
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5 Tips for More Effective Workplace Communication
What are 5 tips for effective workplace communication? Practical strategies adults can use immediately to improve clarity and professional relationships.
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