Iran, Jews and deadly decrees are commemorated in an upbeat way this week, in particular on February 24, 2013 or the Jewish Year of 5773. Even as tensions continue in the Middle East over the nuclear situation, Purim, undeniably the most joyous holiday tradition on the Jewish calendar has rolled … [Read more...]
Voting – Message of the ballot box part 1
October 27, 2012 By
Before the claims of voter fraud due to panic at the polls coming out of the American elections process, there was voter suppression.... and outright denial of rights. Compare this historic account to the concern over the growth of 'minority' blocks that today can powerfully sway the vote in … [Read more...]
Do’s and don’ts for the first impressions you create
September 30, 2012 By
Did the September school bells call you back to studies? to work? to networking opportunities and imprinting your first impressions on new people? Check in to see how you fared with this post that first appeared in Helena's column in The Afro News entitled: Communication Culture. The buzz … [Read more...]
5 Survivor Tips Life Has Taught Me!
September 24, 2012 By
Need a refresher on how to manage life more productively through better messages to yourself? Guest blogger from Australia, Joyce Rosario tells you how to get on with it! We have all been through stressful and trying situations in our lives at one point or another, whether it’s a loved one who … [Read more...]
9 Lessons I learned in Neil Armstrong’s moment
August 25, 2012 By
Neil Armstrong truly went where no man had gone before when he became the first human to touch down and then walk our moon's surface. He’s been a part of my life since I was in grade school. I had joined the many millions around the world who watched on all our black and white TV screens … [Read more...]
D-Day Message and Memories Crystallized in Pop Culture
June 9, 2012 By
Anniversaries come and go, but celluloid is forever. It replays events and emotions. While digital media often replaces film as the material that documents our days, cherished classics continue to depict life as it was. To mark the D-Day anniversary, today's post reprints the 'best bets' for … [Read more...]
People Connect through Conversation
May 12, 2012 By
More in our series of answers to questions on acquiring English conversation skills that help people connect comfortably to people at work or in the community. Q: How can I improve my English? Language evolves and grows to adapt to the group that is living it – age, occupation and peer … [Read more...]
Interpersonal Skills and Clear Messages
May 11, 2012 By
In the previous post we explored the combo of “factual intelligence” and “emotional intelligence” that you apply to be more effective in your messaging to others. The question posed by a reader was, “How do I communicate better to succeed?” “So, clarity in our own minds is the … [Read more...]
Questions about Conversation Answered from Helena’s Mail Bag
May 10, 2012 By
Questions on communications tumbled out of the mail bag during this season's spring clean up. Similar concerns about being seen, heard and understood were shared with me at seminars and private consultations this year. Some were taken from my Communication Culture Column in The Afro News. Common … [Read more...]
