In Telecommunications It Pays to See the Big Picture
What are the implications of convergence for telecommunications? How does convergence result in choices concerning costs? How do you assess the costs of implementing new technology?
|
New Technologies for Communication and Dispatching
Many companies have self-reading and replying email systems and computers, which screen a Resume, by way of “character recognition” using SQL and XML databases. Do you really think your Congressman reads that garbage you send? No way.
|
Selecting a Toll Free number?
Toll Free numbers have gone a long way; nowadays there are hundreds of toll free companies and resellers out there that provide the same basic features. Enhancements on telephone applications enabled toll free service to acquire most if not, all of the telephone applications inherent in landline services.
|
The Benefits of Audio Conferencing
Audio conferencing is a way for two, three, or more people to talk to each other across infinite distances. Oftentimes, along with audio interchange, audio conferencing involves photo or video conferencing, so that people can see each other moving and talking.
|
Where Have All the People Gone?
A talking machine will not sell a product to a potential customer. Not only is it completely lacking a personality, it can't interact with people, it can't share a joke; it's totally incapable of making a caller feel welcome, yet many companies inflict this type of system on the people they want to sell their products to.
|
Business Phone Systems - Types Of Systems Available
Confused by the types of systems available. Read on for a brief description of the main types available.
|
Choosing a Communications Designer: A Practical Guide
At some point, every business — regardless of size —
requires the services of a communications designer. After
all, if your project is important enough to warrant a
marketing, promotions or public relations campaign, it's
important enough to make sure it's done right.
But it's not enough simply to hire a professional. These
kinds of projects represent a large investment of time,
energy and money, so it's critical to hire the right designer
for your particular needs. Choosing the right one can mean
the difference between a stunning piece that looks great
and gets fantastic results, and one that falls visually flat and
generates disappointing returns.
|
Coaching: Communicating What Service You Provide
Coaches have a difficult time expressing what they offer.
This article offers a unique and accurate perspective one on
what communications to include. Marketing and mentor coach,
Catherine Franz, shares and shows you, three of some her
most precious techniques for attracting the right prospects
and maintaining a full practice.
|
Comet Tail Communication
Send your message to the Universe via Comet Tail communication. No way? Yes, WAY.
|
Communicate and Prosper!
How much has poor communication cost your company in the past
twelve months? Chances are, you have no idea. Chances are even
better it's a lot more than you can afford.
But you won't find the numbers in the financial statements or year-end
departmental reports. Nothing shows up saying "lost productivity due to
miserable meetings" or "missed business opportunities through sorry
selling skills" or "employee quit because there's no communication
around here."
|
Communicate with Power
Regardless of your profession, communication is an essential part of your day. From calming down irate customers to negotiating with vendors to giving instructions to employees, your communication skills determine your success. Communicate well and you'll sell your ideas more effectively, deal with discord better, and run better meetings. Communicate poorly and you'll leave conversations wondering if anything was accomplished at all.
|
Do You Use Sarcasm? Don't! It's Deadly... and the User? He's an Adult Bully!
Sarcasm can be silently killing the people in your business, and your life. People think it's funny or cute, when in reality it bites and hurts!
|
Four Roadblocks to Persuasive Communication
If you think writing compelling online copy is someone else's responsibility in your organization, think again.
The fastest way to alienate your clients, employees and business partners is to write poorly—-and defend your position.
Seasoned columnist and business coach Lisa Nirell shares four common “communication dead ends” that can make or break your personal relationships and business goals.
|
Great Communicators and the Unspoken Secret
How sharp are your listening skills? Take this simple quiz and find out:
|
Hindsight is 20/20: The Ultimate Optical Illusion
Therefore, hindsight couldn't possibly be 20/20
|
How Web Conferencing Works -- Exposing the Realities of Virtual Collaboration
The words web conferencing encompass so many functions these days that sometimes people aren't sure what really falls under the umbrella of the term and what doesn't. Is web conferencing an activity, a type of software, or a set of features? In the simplest terms, the answer is “yes” to all three questions -- it can be all of these things in one form or another. To understand how that can be, you need to understand the basics of how web conferencing works.
|
Look ‘Em in the Eyes: The Real Power of Eye Contact
Eye contact is the most powerful and personal of all of presentation delivery cues, yet there is definitely an art to making good eye contact. Learn to connect with each member of your audience by taking full advantage of the power of strong eye contact.
|
Operatoooor – Number Pleeyazz
That's what she would say. As I remember it from my years as a really short person, after you had cranked the handle and lifted up the receiver, you'd hear this female voice down at the telephone office say “Operatooor. Number pleeyazz.” (I think that's how they were taught to say it.) Then you'd give her the number you wanted to call – usually something complicated like “Hi Shirley - 671, please” (or even “Doc Wykoff's office, please”…) – and she'd move a plug to the right hole on the switchboard and do whatever she had to do to make Doc's telephone ring.
|
Powering Up Hand Held Wireless Devices In The Field
Mars dust devils maybe more valuable than once thought.
|
Promoting Your Business on Cable Access TV
"Don't knock it until you've tried it." That's what I told a political opponent's campaign manager when he laughed at me for using cable access television as part of my communications strategy. Unfor...
|
Ready to Buy a Wireless Mic? Here's Something You Need to Know
Don't spend those big bucks on new wireless mics until you
see what the FCC is up to. Read about it here!
|
RFID Privacy and You
While RFID offers some potentially remarkable opportunities, it also raises some concerns with regard to individual privacy and corporate espionage.
|
Severe Weather Alert Radios
Learn about severe weather alert radios - a must for any family in the event of severe weather and power outages. Before you make the purchase, take a look at our information concerning the options currently available on severe weather radios.
|
The Emergence of Managed Event Services
Managed event services have been around for some time, this service is quickly gaining ground as a time and money saving practice. Several conference calling vendors have offered these services for some time, and others are taking note and joining the marketplace.
|
The True Cost Per Minute of Long Distance
Mathematics is unerring. As a child we are taught that 2 + 2 = 4. This will never change and will always yield the same results; except when it comes to calculating you phone bill. Most long distanc...
|
