Communication is hard enough without muddying the waters with disguised meaning. Find tactful ways to say what you mean instead of resorting to conversational dog whistles.
Why Witty Comments Seldom Translate into Office Humor
The line between wit and sarcasm is usually so thin that it is indistinguishable. Keep your witty comments locked safely inside your head to minimize conversational damage.
Question Your Questions
People are notoriously bad questioners, and faulty questions stifle good communication. Eliminate bad questioning habits, and your conversations will quickly improve.
Dazed and Confused
Our information-rich environment is full of distractions. Don’t add to the confusion with distracting communication habits.
Lend Me Your Ears
Effective listening is a powerful interpersonal force for good. Don’t dribble away the force with bad listening habits.