{"id":4637,"date":"2023-12-29T21:22:02","date_gmt":"2023-12-29T20:22:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/?p=4637"},"modified":"2025-01-06T06:26:46","modified_gmt":"2025-01-06T05:26:46","slug":"the-top-8-posts-of-2023-to-catapult-your-communication-skills","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/2023\/12\/29\/the-top-8-posts-of-2023-to-catapult-your-communication-skills\/","title":{"rendered":"The Top 8 Posts Of 2023 To Catapult Your Communication Skills"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div style=\"height:67px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"458\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Man-jumping-over-cliff-Mohamed-Hassan-Pixabay.png?resize=640%2C458&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4638\" style=\"width:807px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Man-jumping-over-cliff-Mohamed-Hassan-Pixabay.png?resize=1024%2C733&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Man-jumping-over-cliff-Mohamed-Hassan-Pixabay.png?resize=300%2C215&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Man-jumping-over-cliff-Mohamed-Hassan-Pixabay.png?resize=768%2C550&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Man-jumping-over-cliff-Mohamed-Hassan-Pixabay.png?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:38px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2023, I was again reminded that some evergreen practices for refining your communication skills remain\u2026evergreen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I was fortunate to have done it all during the year:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:31px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>lectured at a double-accredited, globally ranked business school<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li> facilitated communication sessions for executive MBA participants<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:42px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li> delivered seminars for public and private sector clients<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:38px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li> participated in a fireside chat with the CEO of a global nonprofit<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:33px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>sat as a judge in an MBA mini-keynote competition<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>conducted a three-month one-on-one coaching programme for an ambitious female executive in the oil industry<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:52px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\">In all my interactions, I gained insights while interacting with diverse audiences. And I realised that the path to becoming an \u2018expert\u2019 communicator was unending. But that\u2019s the point because the moment you stop learning and become complacent, the quicker you become irrelevant in your field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\">Therefore, to help you sharpen your communication skills so you begin the new year with a bang, I\u2019ve carefully selected eight of the most helpful articles I published in 2023. These posts are chock-full of practical tips and insights to ensure you remain relevant throughout 2024.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:75px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#1: <a href=\"https:\/\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/2023\/01\/31\/off-to-university-practise-four-simple-communication-principles-to-succeed\/\">Off to University? Practise Four Simple Communication Principles To Succeed<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:62px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"313\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Building-PublicDomainPictures-Pixabay.jpg?resize=640%2C313&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4639\" style=\"width:786px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Building-PublicDomainPictures-Pixabay.jpg?resize=1024%2C501&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Building-PublicDomainPictures-Pixabay.jpg?resize=300%2C147&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Building-PublicDomainPictures-Pixabay.jpg?resize=768%2C376&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Building-PublicDomainPictures-Pixabay.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:46px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Published: January 2023<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\">You\u2019re a young adult who has accepted that admission offer and has excitedly made the preparations. You\u2019re looking forward to beginning the next stage of your life at university. To set yourself up for success on campus and when you graduate, carefully practise these four communication principles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\"><strong>Note:<\/strong> I penned this article after an emotional airport send-off of my first child, Jason. He left the shores of Nigeria to begin his undergraduate studies at the University of Massachusetts, Lowell. The LinkedIn post where I narrated the scenario touched a nerve and quickly went viral (based on my posts\u2019 history) with 27,450+ views,&nbsp; 340 reactions, and 90 comments. Read it <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/posts\/lucilleossaicommunicationspro_uml-umasslowell-parenting-activity-7019396136012558337-jdSj?trk=public_profile_like_view\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:56px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#2:<\/strong> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/2023\/03\/29\/ten-hard-truths-about-superb-business-writing-that-no-one-told-you-until-now\/\">Ten Hard Truths About Superb Business Writing That No One Told You\u2014Until Now<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:31px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Published: March 2023<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\">No one told you what it would take to polish your business writing skills. As a multi-award-winning blogger who\u2019s been blogging for over a decade, I reveal everything in this detailed article. I list ten hard truths to guide you in your journey. Take the advice seriously to amplify your skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#3: <a href=\"https:\/\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/2023\/04\/28\/ten-hard-truths-about-excellent-public-speaking-that-no-one-told-you-until-now\/\">Ten Hard Truths About Excellent Public Speaking That No One Told You\u2014Until Now<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:59px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Microphone-on-surface-GooKingSword-Pixabay.webp?resize=640%2C360&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4642\" style=\"width:775px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Microphone-on-surface-GooKingSword-Pixabay.webp?w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Microphone-on-surface-GooKingSword-Pixabay.webp?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Microphone-on-surface-GooKingSword-Pixabay.webp?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:53px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Published: April 2023<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\">Similarly, no one has really told you what it would take to hone your speaking skills. In this helpful article, I provide ten brutal truths you must accept to speak powerfully in your skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:92px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#4: <a href=\"https:\/\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/2023\/05\/29\/what-you-need-to-know-about-leadership-communication-persuasion-and-influence\/\">What You Need To Know About Leadership Communication, Persuasion, And Influence<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:56px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"100\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Leadership-sign-Pete-Linforth-Pixabay-2.webp?resize=300%2C100&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4643\" style=\"width:806px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:52px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Published: May 2023<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\">Effective leadership doesn\u2019t happen by chance. Learn to differentiate yourself from your peers by following four simple principles. In this article, I reveal what you must note about leadership communication, persuasion, and influence to excel in the 21<sup>st<\/sup> century. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\"><strong>Note:<\/strong> The insights I shared in this post are based on incredible takeaways from multiple leadership seminars I facilitated for executives from one of the nation\u2019s top four banks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:85px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#5: <a href=\"https:\/\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/2023\/06\/29\/effective-communication-four-practical-ways-to-connect-with-international-professionals\/\">Effective Communication: Four Practical Ways To Connect With International Professionals<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:52px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Silhouettes-of-global-business-people-Gerd-Altmann-Pixabay.webp?resize=640%2C426&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4644\" style=\"width:773px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Silhouettes-of-global-business-people-Gerd-Altmann-Pixabay.webp?w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Silhouettes-of-global-business-people-Gerd-Altmann-Pixabay.webp?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Silhouettes-of-global-business-people-Gerd-Altmann-Pixabay.webp?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:63px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Posted: June 2023<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\">Learn four simple ways to connect with international professionals across regions and boost collaboration with effective communication. In this article, as an international award-winning communications trainer, I share insights from my keynote fireside chat at the Vibe Summit 2023 \u2014 powered by the global not-for-profit World Commerce &amp; Contracting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:61px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#6: <a href=\"https:\/\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/2023\/08\/30\/the-3-ps-of-persuasive-writing-to-trigger-results\/\">The 3 Ps Of Persuasive Writing To Trigger Results<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:21px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Posted: August 2023<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\">Sooner or later, you\u2019d be required to write a persuasive piece under tight constraints. Learn the three Ps of persuasive writing and note how they will elevate your work so you intrigue the reader and trigger results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:59px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#7: <a href=\"https:\/\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/2023\/09\/29\/persuasive-communication-three-steps-to-know-your-audience\/\">Persuasive Communication: Three Steps To \u2018Know Your Audience&#8217;<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:71px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"342\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Crowd-OpenClipart-Vectors-Pixabay.webp?resize=640%2C342&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4646\" style=\"width:798px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Crowd-OpenClipart-Vectors-Pixabay.webp?w=1023&amp;ssl=1 1023w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Crowd-OpenClipart-Vectors-Pixabay.webp?resize=300%2C160&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Crowd-OpenClipart-Vectors-Pixabay.webp?resize=768%2C410&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:63px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Posted: September 2023<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\">You\u2019ve been repeatedly advised to \u2018know your audience\u2019 when seeking to communicate persuasively. But what does that entail? Note three steps to ensure you analyse the audience, connect with them, and inspire them to action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:68px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#8:<\/strong> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/2023\/11\/29\/the-4-cs-of-captivating-presentations\/\">The 4 Cs Of Captivating Presentations<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:31px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Posted: November 2023<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\">Moving your audience with your presentation skills is more difficult these days. They\u2019ve heard it all and seen it all. However, with the four Cs\u2014confidence, conciseness, clarity, and conviction\u2014you\u2019d deliver captivating presentations they won\u2019t forget. Learn how.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:67px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:72px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Upward-arrow-over-boxes-Megan-Rexazin-Conde-Pixabay.png?resize=640%2C640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4648\" style=\"width:714px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Upward-arrow-over-boxes-Megan-Rexazin-Conde-Pixabay.png?resize=1024%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Upward-arrow-over-boxes-Megan-Rexazin-Conde-Pixabay.png?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Upward-arrow-over-boxes-Megan-Rexazin-Conde-Pixabay.png?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Upward-arrow-over-boxes-Megan-Rexazin-Conde-Pixabay.png?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Upward-arrow-over-boxes-Megan-Rexazin-Conde-Pixabay.png?resize=1536%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Upward-arrow-over-boxes-Megan-Rexazin-Conde-Pixabay.png?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/lucilleossai.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Upward-arrow-over-boxes-Megan-Rexazin-Conde-Pixabay.png?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:89px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\">Whatever your experiences in 2023, know there\u2019s always an opportunity for growth. The good news is that even minor tweaks you consistently make in your communication skills compound over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\">So, I urge you to grasp at least one takeaway from each of the eight articles listed above and become committed to applying it when communicating to influence people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To your surefire success in 2024!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:58px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Over to you:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\">Do you need help boosting your communication skills to get results? Sign up for my <a href=\"https:\/\/lucilleossai.com\/services\/\">transformational speaking, coaching, and training programmes<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>If you enjoyed this post, don&#8217;t rush off just yet. Please remember to:<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Share this article in your social networks by clicking on the icons below.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sign up for email updates so that you are <em>immediately<\/em> notified via email when a new blog post is published. 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Fifth image is courtesy of Gerd Altmann via Pixabay. Sixth image is courtesy of Open Clipart Vectors via Pixabay. Last image is courtesy of Megan Rexazin Conde via Pixabay.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As you reflect on your journey in 2023, arm yourself with evergreen communication techniques. Gain valuable insights from eight of the year\u2019s most useful articles published on the multi-award-winning Rethinking Business Communications Blog. 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