I work very hard as a professional, have great technical skills and am good at my job. Why isn’t that enough to succeed?
(return to top) Effective communication skills are critical for your success in business today. If you want to advance within your company into a management or executive position, you need to be visible and leave a positive impression on those you communicate with. Having the ability to give an effective business presentation; speak up at meetings with your good ideas; lead meetings; communicate your ideas clearly in proposals; motivate and inspire others to work together to complete projects; and, win new business will allow you to be seen and heard, and come to mind when promotions become available. These critical communication skills will help you get to where you want to in your career and in your life!