Thank You Cards - Show a Little Appreciation!

We all love to be appreciated, so when that thanks is expressed with a card, it's extra special. This is even more true in the business world, which can get so impersonal in the daily grind. Yet, thank you cards are unusual in today's society. That is so sad! There is no excuse to not send a thank you card...or is there?

Medical Writing - How Much Should I Charge For My Freelance Projects?

New freelance writers often ask how much they should charge for a particular medical writing project. This article provides guidance on how to set your rates--even if you are not a medical writer.

First Impressions Count

Developing rapport is a critical element of any effective presentation. But an even bigger part is the first two seconds you come in contact with your audience. Within that short time, they've already formed an opinion of you. Here are the things you should know in order to influence that initial decision.

Non-Native Speaking English Pronunciation and Articulation

There are varying types of English pronunciation and its articulation lurking in the Educational Institutions of all the non-native speakers of English today. American English and British English vary in pronouncing such words. Both English, as times rolled by produced another multiple branches of pronunciation and articulation.

9 Tips To Write An Effective Sales Letter That Will Get Results - Example of Business Letter

Selling online is a great way to grow business. But it differs from selling face to face. Therefore, your words are very important - they make or break your business. Your words can relieve tour prospects doubts, convey that you are a real person and explain to your targeted market what you are selling and why.

Sharpen Your Public Speaking Skills

Do not be surprised. Public speaking can actually be satisfying and fun if you easily overcome the initial nervousness and discomfort. If you have trouble doing this, in spite of the confidence you might be feeling, you will never effectively communicate with the crowd.

The Inner Workings of Magazine Publishing

This article talks about the protocol that is used for making a magazine.

Talking Business

Some simple suggestions regarding the preparation of a successful speech. Focusing on your audience will help you get your message across. Ignore your audience at your peril.

Spanish Grammar

Learning basic Spanish grammar isn't very hard to do, and it's even easier if you already speak French or Italian. If you don't speak either of these two languages, then you can learn them after learning Spanish. Spanish grammar is very good to know - you'll be able to communicate with Spanish speaking people and travel the world. Before you start learning Spanish grammar rules and conjugation charts, I suggest you study some Spanish vocabulary.

Lessons Learned from Two Years of Blogging (Part III of III)

Two+ years of blogging leads to some serious do's and don'ts - and money-making opportunities. Read on for full details.

Spanish Verb Conjugation

If you're learning or trying to learn some Spanish, you're going to have to study grammar rules and Spanish verb conjugation charts soon. However, you should know some basic Spanish vocabulary before starting to learn Spanish verb conjugations, because you need words to structure your phrases. You should also keep a list of the most used verbs close to you at all times and have their translation. On this paper, also note which verbs are conjugated normally and which ones are irregular.

Free English to Spanish Translator

I you're looking for a free English to Spanish translator, then I'm sure you want to write something in Spanish. However, I don't suggest you use any free English to Spanish translators - I believe you should be doing something else. As someone who wants to write in Spanish, I'm sure it won't be your last time trying to do so, and in that sense I think you should simply learn Spanish.

Your Book is Great - It's You I Can't Stand!

The other day, I took the time to read 250 of some 1,200 reviews of a current best-selling book at Amazon, figuring it was going to lead me to some insights about what today's readers and audiences are really buying, and above all, what they are recommending to their friends and work mates. I could sense readers like The Secret's author and whenever there is a criticism of the book it isn't about her, just about the content. This is an amazing feat when you think about it. How can you become rich and famous and not arouse the sort of disdain and disapproval that accomplishments bring? There are 5 SECRETS, according to the writer of this article, who is a top speaker, international consultant, and the best-selling author of 12 books and the popular Nightingale-Conant audio program, THE LAW OF LARGE NUMBERS: HOW TO MAKE SUCCESS INEVITABLE.

Strategies For Successful Grant Writing

An informative article with some effective strategies for successful grant writing.

Internet Authors aren't Newspaper Columnists

The internet is new, so why do critics insist on seeing it as a mere reflection of existing systems and cultural norms? Bloggers aren't journalists and people who write articles for the web aren't media pundits. We're in a New World and old traditions are dying. Isn't that the truth?