Here’s a short video I put up on YouTube about just one way we misuse communication technology to the detriment of communication.

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I’ve had a few grammar questions recently, so I’m using today’s post to share my answers with you: Q.     Would you please help me understand an appropriate use of dashes in a sentence?A.     Use dashes to insert a separate but related thought in the middle or at the end of a sentence. For example: I [...]

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I had planned to post a follow-up to last week’s topic, but this sentence appeared in this morning’s paper, and I couldn’t resist! It came from a review of the movie, “The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo” — have a go at figuring it out: She’s Lisbeth (Noomi Rapace), the dragon inked girl of the [...]

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What’s an oxymoron? It’s a phrase made up of two words that usually contradict each other but now form part of the same idea. Someone recently sent me these examples, and I want you to think about the meaning of each word and why the pairing is odd: clearly misunderstood exact estimate small crowd act [...]

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The next Wilkie Webinar takes place next Thursday, February 11 at 2 p.m. EST.  The topic is Helen’s 9 Rules for Excellent Email. Visit Wilkie Webinars now to find out what you’ll learn, and sign up while it’s at the top of your mind. I hope to have you aboard!

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