Yearly Archives

2015

Problem Solving

History teaches us that conflict is dangerous unless it is controlled by regulations. When nations go to war, there are some agreed-upon rules of conduct. When high-school girls play basketball, they are protected from certain types of
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The Write Style

In all communication, the key to success is knowledge. Write about what you know. If you don’t know the topic, you can’t write effectively. The more you know something, the easier and more effective your writing. Can you explain the
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Public Speaking

William Jennings Bryan, flanked by aides, approached the podium at the 1896 Democratic convention to accept his party’s nomination for president of the United States and muttered under his breath, “I wish God would strike me dead
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Assert Yourself

Are you comfortable talking with people you don’t know? Do you dread saying no? Do you allow strangers to cut you off in the cafeteria line? Do you regret stepping on others to achieve your goals? Do you feel you get your needs across
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