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Communication Skills

Explore 5 articles about Communication Skills — practical tips, smart hacks and clear answers from the Milwkick team.

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Communication Skills

What to say instead of encouraging?

Instead of saying "encouraging," consider using more specific and impactful words like "supportive," "motivating," "uplifting," "inspiring," or "reassuring." These alternatives convey a clearer sense of the…

4 min read
Communication Skills

Can encouragement be misinterpreted?

Yes, encouragement can absolutely be misinterpreted, often leading to unintended negative consequences. What one person intends as supportive, another might perceive as condescending, pressuring, or even…

5 min read
Communication Skills

Is the 7% rule real?

The "7% rule" in communication, suggesting that only 7% of a message’s impact comes from words, is a misinterpretation of research and not a scientifically validated…

4 min read