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Why you should start a blog

Tecnica • 0 implied HN points • 22 Jul 24
🚌 Education Communication
  1. Starting a blog helps you understand yourself better and see how your thoughts change over time. It's like a public journal where you can share what you've learned with others.
  2. A blog can boost your personal brand and help you connect with people in your professional life. It shows your unique strengths and values to others online.
  3. Writing a blog improves your communication skills. You learn how to express your ideas clearly, which is important for avoiding misunderstandings.

Dogs Don’t Bark Anymore, They Speak

Sector 6 | The Newsletter of AIM • 0 implied HN points • 03 May 23
🔬 Science Communication
  1. Animals like dogs, cats, and horses have their own ways of communicating, which we often find hard to understand. New technology is helping us make sense of their sounds and what they mean.
  2. The effort to decode how animals communicate has been going on since the 1950s. Although there hasn't been a big breakthrough yet, a lot of research has contributed to our understanding.
  3. Recently, advancements in technology have sparked new hope in the study of animal communication. This could change how we interact with and understand our pets.

A Little Bit More Love

Sector 6 | The Newsletter of AIM • 0 implied HN points • 28 Mar 23
🕹 Technology Communication
  1. Communication is important in relationships. When people are distant, talking and showing empathy can help reconnect.
  2. Elon Musk feels upset because he missed an opportunity with OpenAI. This past rejection is making him act awkwardly.
  3. Feelings like FOMO, or fear of missing out, can change how people behave. It's good to understand the reasons behind someone's actions.

Composition is a function of communication

Tech and Thoughts • 0 implied HN points • 24 Oct 23
🕹 Technology Communication
  1. Communication is key for building software. Systems work best when they have clear and simple ways for different parts to talk to each other.
  2. Just like on the internet, software should focus on how parts interact, not just what those parts do. This makes it easier to adapt and grow.
  3. When designing software, spend time planning how components will communicate. Get this right early on to avoid problems later.

7 Tips for Winning People Over and Influencing them

Better Engineers • 0 implied HN points • 04 Mar 23
💼 Business Communication
  1. Being genuine and authentic is really important. People can tell when you're being fake, and they appreciate honesty.
  2. Listening actively makes a big difference. When you listen and show you care, others feel valued and are more likely to open up.
  3. Building strong relationships helps a lot. When you connect and show interest in others, they are more likely to trust you and be receptive to your ideas.
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6 Leadership Principles for New Mangers

Better Engineers • 0 implied HN points • 02 Sep 22
💼 Business Communication
  1. Leaders need to focus on communication to foster positive change in their teams. The right words can motivate and engage everyone more effectively.
  2. Mistakes should be seen as learning opportunities instead of failures. When team members feel safe to make mistakes, it encourages creativity and innovation.
  3. Good leaders should encourage team input and not just impose their ideas. This helps everyone feel valued and helps develop new leaders.

Found in translation

Tranquil Thoughts • 0 implied HN points • 14 Jun 23
🎭️ Culture Communication
  1. Learning local language quirks is fun when living in a new country. It helps you connect with the culture and meet new people.
  2. Unique phrases often reflect local culture and history. These sayings can offer a peek into how people in that area view their world.
  3. Food-related expressions show cultural differences, like how New Yorkers say 'get a slice' for pizza. Such phrases highlight impactful local customs.

How SMS Fraud Works and How to Guard Against It

Tranquil Thoughts • 0 implied HN points • 28 Feb 23
🕹 Technology Communication
  1. SMS fraud involves bad actors using special phone numbers to trick services into sending them many authentication messages, which helps them make money.
  2. To prevent SMS fraud, companies can use tactics like blocking suspicious IPs, limiting the number of SMS sent to a number, or even using alternatives like WhatsApp for communication.
  3. There’s a chance for SMS service providers like Twilio to develop tools that can quickly identify and block fraud, helping many businesses stay safe from attacks.

The Art of Naming

Tranquil Thoughts • 0 implied HN points • 30 Jan 23
🎭️ Culture Communication
  1. Naming is really powerful. When you have a good name for an idea, it makes it easier for people to understand and connect with it.
  2. Clear communication helps avoid misunderstandings. If we can't agree on names and terms, we might end up talking about different things.
  3. Good labels can make ideas stick in people's minds for a long time. So, think about how to package your ideas in a catchy way to make them more impactful.

Social Network

Matt’s Five Points • 0 implied HN points • 12 Oct 10
🕹 Technology Communication
  1. People who started college in 1996 had a unique experience with the internet, mostly because their peers were not using it as much yet. This created a big difference in how each group interacted online.
  2. During those early internet days, the excitement was about simple things like chain emails and basic search engines. There weren't many online activities besides looking at silly games or adult content.
  3. Looking back, students had opportunities like creating websites or starting social networks but didn't recognize their potential. Ideas like Facebook seemed silly at the time, even though the seeds for them were there.

Editor's Note: Quentin Goofed

Technohumanism • 0 implied HN points • 06 Aug 24
😂 Humor Communication
  1. Quentin made a mistake by incorrectly attributing a quote to the wrong person. Everyone makes mistakes, and it's important to acknowledge them.
  2. He fixed the mistake in the written record, but it's still a good reminder to be careful when sharing information.
  3. Owning up to errors shows integrity and helps build trust with readers. It's okay to mess up as long as you take responsibility.

Stop using these emojis. 🥺

Business & Marketing with Nika • 0 implied HN points • 02 Jun 24
💼 Business Communication
  1. Some emojis, like the pleading face 🥺, can be very confusing and misunderstood by people. Know which emojis might not work well for your message.
  2. Different cultures can interpret emojis differently, so it's important to understand how your audience sees them. What means 'OK' in one place might be offensive in another.
  3. Misusing emojis can create uncomfortable situations and hurt your brand's image. Use them carefully to ensure your audience gets the right message.

Coordination Efforts

Sunday Letters • 0 implied HN points • 07 May 23
🕹 Technology Communication
  1. Adding more people to a team can actually slow things down, because of too much communication. It's often better to have one person in charge to make decisions quickly.
  2. AI could help improve team coordination by remembering details and directing tasks efficiently. It might serve as a neutral leader, easing social pressures.
  3. Using AI in programming teams might change how decisions are made, allowing for faster consensus without putting pressure on individual members. This could make teamwork smoother overall.

Newsletters should be letters!

Austin Kleon • 0 implied HN points • 03 Sep 24
📚 Literature Communication
  1. Newsletters should feel personal and informal, like letters rather than formal reports. This makes them more engaging and relatable for readers.
  2. Consistency is key, so setting specific days to write helps maintain a routine. Regularly sharing updates creates an anticipation for your audience.
  3. Writing as if you are addressing a friend can improve your writing across the board. It makes the process more enjoyable and the content more authentic.

✅ Exploring the contribution of comms and public relations to management

Wadds Inc. newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 06 Nov 23
💼 Business Communication
  1. Comms and public relations play a crucial role in helping management respond to issues and understand public opinion. It's important to know when to listen and when to speak out.
  2. Female CEOs tend to have shorter tenures than their male counterparts, especially during crises. This highlights the challenges women face in leadership roles.
  3. Many CMOs are struggling more now than during the pandemic due to economic pressures, but most recognize the need to keep investing in brand marketing.

✅ Monday briefing: Socially Mobile is open for applications for the final cohort of 2023

Wadds Inc. newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 03 Jul 23
🕹 Technology Communication
  1. Socially Mobile is accepting applications for its last cohort of 2023, aiming to help people from diverse backgrounds improve their PR skills. The deadline to apply is August 20, and classes start on September 14.
  2. AI tools for identifying fake content are not very reliable, which raises concerns about misinformation online. It's important to be cautious and critical about what we see and share.
  3. LinkedIn has updated its algorithm to boost posts that provide useful knowledge and insights. This change means that sharing advice relevant to your expertise can help your posts reach a wider audience.

✅ Monday briefing: Understanding the impact of AI on public relations

Wadds Inc. newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 19 Jun 23
💼 Business Communication
  1. AI is changing public relations like the internet did. It can help improve relationships and reputations but needs attention from practitioners.
  2. AI might replace some junior jobs in PR, but it will also create new roles, especially in advisory and policy work.
  3. Historically, PR has been slow to adopt new tech. Many professionals aren't upgrading their skills to use AI tools, but ignoring them isn't an option anymore.

✅ Monday briefing: Hyperlocal network, behaviour change communications, Oz search scrap, COVID-19, SEO keyword suggestions, Wadds Inc. Unconference and more…

Wadds Inc. newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 15 Feb 21
💼 Business Communication
  1. Hyperlocal news networks are growing, with efforts to recruit more journalists to cover local stories in over 100 UK towns.
  2. The Government Communications Service released a guide on using behavior science in communication to improve effectiveness.
  3. Events like the Wadds Inc. Unconference provide opportunities for learning about topics like diversity and social media regulation.

✅ Media Briefing #24: Characterising COVID-19 impact, internal NHS comms, PR planning, news shakeup, AI editorial fail, thematic text analysis, AI incidents database, and more

Wadds Inc. newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 14 Dec 20
💼 Business Communication
  1. COVID-19 has hit the PR industry hard, causing a decline of about £1.6 billion in 2020. Many entry-level jobs and diversity efforts have been affected.
  2. To combat misinformation in health and science, it's important for journalists to understand science better and for scientists to be aware of how media works.
  3. Social media platforms are facing calls for change, like banning anonymity to hold users accountable for their behavior online.

Why even B2B products need more emoji (even if you target boomers)

CommandBlogue • 0 implied HN points • 28 May 24
💼 Business Communication
  1. Using emoji reactions in communication apps can help make conversations shorter and clearer. They let people respond without needing to write a long message.
  2. Emoji reactions create a sense of closure in conversations. When you react, it shows you acknowledge the message without expecting more replies.
  3. Almost every app now has emoji reactions because they improve communication. They help maintain good working relationships without overwhelming users.

Join my new subscriber chat

Voohy Leadership Insights • 0 implied HN points • 13 Jul 24
🕹 Technology Communication
  1. There is a new chat space for subscribers to engage and discuss topics related to leadership. This chat allows for more direct interaction and conversation among members.
  2. To participate, subscribers need to download the Substack app and enable push notifications for live updates. This way, they won't miss out on any discussions.
  3. Joining the chat is easy; after downloading the app, subscribers can find the chat and jump in to say hello and participate in the discussions.

Feedback Sandwiches: More Filling Than Effective?

Voohy Leadership Insights • 0 implied HN points • 13 Jun 24
💼 Business Communication
  1. Feedback sandwiches, which start and end with positive comments, may seem helpful but don't actually improve performance. They can confuse the main message of the criticism.
  2. Students might feel more complimented with feedback sandwiches, but just feeling good doesn't lead to better future performance.
  3. Instead of using a feedback sandwich, it's better to give clear and direct feedback that focuses on improvement and growth.

Collaboration Across Departments: A Guide for Engineering Managers

The Healthy Engineering Leader • 0 implied HN points • 25 Apr 23
💼 Business Communication
  1. Communication is key for teamwork. Regular updates and meetings help everyone stay informed and aligned.
  2. Setting shared goals helps all teams move in the same direction. It's important to have clear objectives so everyone knows what to focus on.
  3. Building personal relationships makes work easier. Taking time to know your colleagues can improve collaboration and trust in the workplace.

Good Engineer, Good Writer

Tech Ramblings • 0 implied HN points • 04 Aug 24
🕹 Technology Communication
  1. Good communication is key in software development. When you clearly explain your ideas, it makes teamwork smoother and reduces confusion.
  2. Writing concise documents helps you focus on the main problem and solution. Keeping things short and to the point makes everyone understand better.
  3. Using visuals can make complex ideas easier to explain. Sometimes a picture can communicate things more effectively than just words.

Don't be a hater

Tech Ramblings • 0 implied HN points • 21 May 23
🎭️ Culture Communication
  1. Engaging in negative conversations doesn't help anyone and can hurt people's lives. It's better to focus on uplifting others instead.
  2. Feeling jealous might lead us to criticize others, but we should celebrate their successes instead. This helps everyone grow and feel better.
  3. Making a shift to positive thinking not only helps others but also makes us feel more productive and happier in our own lives.

Building a vernacular with your engineering team

It Depends / Nimble Autonomy • 0 implied HN points • 24 Mar 24
🕹 Technology Communication
  1. Team members often use unique words and phrases that create a special language called vernacular. This helps communicate quickly and effectively within the group.
  2. Different interpretations of the same words can cause confusion and slow down teamwork, so it's important to clarify meanings and have a shared understanding.
  3. Creating a glossary of team-specific terms can help everyone stay on the same page. Updating this as new terms come in keeps the team united and aligned.

Welcome to the Fairest Newsletter

The Fairest Writer • 0 implied HN points • 09 Apr 20
📚 Literature Communication
  1. The newsletter provides free writing advice and updates about the author's work. It's a helpful resource for writers to improve their skills.
  2. It's a way to connect with the author and stay informed about their thoughts on writing.
  3. Readers are encouraged to subscribe and share the newsletter with friends to help grow the community.

4 lettres magiques pour les conflits

L'Atelier Galita • 0 implied HN points • 11 Oct 24
🚌 Education Communication
  1. Using 'I' statements can help express feelings better. Instead of blaming someone, focus on how their actions make you feel.
  2. The OSBD protocol is a helpful way to communicate needs. Start with an observation, share your feelings, explain your needs, and make a request.
  3. Setting boundaries is essential for respect in relationships. Being clear about your limits helps prevent misunderstandings and keeps things peaceful.

Indian- vs American-style wisdom

Kartick’s Blog • 0 implied HN points • 19 Oct 24
🎭️ Culture Communication
  1. American-style wisdom is clear and straightforward, often summed up in catchy phrases that are easy to remember. This makes it simple to share with others and helps people apply the advice quickly.
  2. Indian-style wisdom is more about personal experience and learning by watching others. It focuses on feelings and principles, rather than explicit rules, so understanding can be more challenging.
  3. When American and Indian wisdom clash, American wisdom often wins because it's easier to communicate and remember. People tend to prefer advice that is direct and can be shared easily.

(Maybe) Why Experienced Managers Excel at AI Prompting

Front Left • 0 implied HN points • 05 Nov 24
🕹 Technology Communication
  1. Experienced managers have strong communication skills, which help them give clear instructions when using AI tools.
  2. Younger employees might know how to use technology, but they often lack the experience to integrate AI into complex work situations effectively.
  3. The best results with AI come from combining the skills of experienced managers and the fresh ideas of younger workers, leading to new ways of working.

Trying BlueSky Now, I Guess?

laserllama's blog • 0 implied HN points • 12 Nov 24
🕹 Technology Communication
  1. Trying out new social media platforms can be a way to connect. It’s hard to find places that offer real interaction like Twitter used to.
  2. Blogs aren't great for short thoughts or quick sharing, which can be frustrating. Sometimes you just want a space to express yourself quickly.
  3. Keeping social media accounts focused on fun and random topics can help avoid stress from serious discussions. It's nice to have a break from the heavy stuff.

🐿️ Zealous Listening - The Insanely Profitable Tech Newsletter

Squirrel Squadron Substack • 0 implied HN points • 20 Nov 24
💼 Business Communication
  1. Active listening is not enough; you need to understand the deeper reasons and emotions behind what people are saying. This helps in making better decisions.
  2. Repeating back what someone said, including their reasoning and feelings, builds trust and reduces risks in communication.
  3. Learning to listen to and reflect on everyone's ideas, even unusual ones, is essential for teamwork and problem-solving.

Coming soon

David’s Substack • 0 implied HN points • 03 Jul 24
🎙 Podcasts Communication
  1. David has a Substack account where he shares his thoughts and ideas.
  2. He is working on a new post that will be available soon.
  3. You can subscribe to his Substack to keep updated on his upcoming content.

Summary of How To Deal With Assertive People

Kartick’s Blog • 0 implied HN points • 17 Nov 24
💼 Business Communication
  1. Listening and understanding assertive people can help them feel respected, even if they don't get their way. This can lead to more positive outcomes in discussions.
  2. Being nice doesn't mean being weak; nice negotiators can be firm and get what they want while maintaining kindness.
  3. Instead of trying to control the conversation, let the other person share their thoughts. Asking 'How?' instead of 'Why?' can keep the dialogue constructive and helpful.

🐿️ The Underground Grammarian - The IPT Newsletter

Squirrel Squadron Substack • 0 implied HN points • 21 Jan 25
🚌 Education Communication
  1. Clarity in language leads to better understanding. When people use simple and clear words, everyone can see what's really going on.
  2. Avoiding the passive voice helps identify who is responsible. If we don't name who is responsible for actions, it can create confusion and misunderstandings.
  3. Being direct and open in conversations can bring out more ideas and honest discussions. When people feel free to speak openly, it leads to better problem-solving.

Nashville Meetup Cancelled

Marginally Compelling • 0 implied HN points • 20 Feb 25
🎭️ Culture Communication
  1. The Nashville meetup was canceled due to bad weather conditions like snow and ice. It's safer for everyone not to travel in these conditions.
  2. There are plans to reschedule the meetup in the coming weeks. The organizer wants to ensure all participants can attend safely.
  3. The organizer communicated the cancellation quickly, showing they care about everyone's safety and keeping them informed.

Don't Fall for Cultural Compromise

Kartick’s Blog • 0 implied HN points • 28 May 25
🎭️ Culture Communication
  1. It's important to communicate directly, even if it goes against someone's cultural norms. Clear communication helps avoid misunderstandings and keeps projects on track.
  2. Sticking to your values can lead to better outcomes in work and relationships. Directness and transparency are often more effective than sugarcoating things.
  3. Being a tech advisor means you need to model the behavior you want to see in a productive work culture. You can't promote direct communication if you're not practicing it yourself.