Because, let's face it, communicating with your boss is hard. But don't worry, we've got you covered.
1. Basic Boss Talk is the art of speaking in simple, non-threatening sentences.
2. Active Listening is not actually listening, but pretending to.
3. Nonverbal Cues are like, "Uh-huh," "Mmm-hmm," or "I'm not actually interested, but I'm here."
And that's it! You're now an effective communicator. Go forth and conquer... or, at least, go forth and avoid being yelled at.
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Advanced Communication techniques for the really desperate.