Subject: The Thrill of Business Communication in a Dynamic World
Exciting times lie ahead for business communication educators! Current events constantly offer real-world examples that can motivate and energize students, propelling them towards even greater success.
We understand the challenge of incorporating real-world scenarios into your curriculum. That's why in upcoming posts, I'll be providing a selection of the posts mentioned below, featuring actual companies, their communication challenges, and suggested discussion prompts with insightful answers.
We believe this practical approach is key to successful teaching. My coauthor and I have always integrated numerous real-world examples from diverse companies within our textbooks. However, my LinkedIn content will stand out for its immediacy. That's why I'm launching a series titled "Ripped from the Headlines."
Get a sneak peek at upcoming titles:
How Airbus Mastered Multilingual Communication
Effective Communication Saved the Day at Amazon
Dropbox: Leveraging Communication for Remote Collaboration
Domino's: Mastering the Art of Business Communication
Peloton Found Its Rhythm Through Business Communication
Uber: The Impact of Business Communication on Conflict
Five Lessons in Business Communication (the Hard Way): Equifax
Ikea's Recipe for Global Harmony
In a separate series called "Optimize Your Business Communication Instruction," I'll share the latest research findings on essential topics like visual communication, algorithms, business writing, interviewing and resumes, social media, listening, email, and reports.
Recognizing the complexities of business communication, I've created "The Mysteries of Business Communication" series. Dive into topics like:
The Body Language Enigma
The Power of Tone
The Nonverbal Void
The Power of Silence
Grasping Speaker Intent and Emotions
The Charisma Conundrum
Join the discussion in "What Do You Think," a thought-provoking series exploring:
Caught Between a Clock and a Camera: The Employee's Privacy Paradox
Like It or Like It Not: Navigating the Social Media Tightrope
Ha-Ha, or Huh-Oh: Office Humor's Minefield
In-Box Obituary: Is Email Dead or Evolving?
Finally, "Bovee & Thill Playbook: Unmasking the Secrets of Business Communication in 2024" offers insights into:
The Magic of AI and Visuals in Messaging
Presentation Skills with Next-Gen Performance Solutions
The Trojan Horse of the Mind: Why Stories Conquer (and Win Hearts)
Emotional Insights at the Speed of Light: Microexpressions
As pioneers in covering digital communication in business communication textbooks, we were the first to cover social media, mobile communication, and artificial intelligence. Naturally, our most extensive coverage of AI appears in the highly acclaimed 14th edition of "Excellence in Business Communication." We appreciate the positive feedback it has received and encourage you to explore it yourself. You can obtain an examination copy by clicking here.
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All the best,
Court Bovee
John Thill
