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Speaking and Writing: Essentially the Same and Importantly Different

by Philip Yaffe

If you have been following "Communication Corner," you will notice this essay is radically different because is not self-contained. Rather it is the summation of everything that has gone before. Therefore it should come as no surprise that if you write better, you will also speak better. ...


opinion

Funny Headlines: Laugh at Your Peril

by Philip Yaffe

Have you ever been reading a newspaper or magazine and come across a headline that seemed unclear, or puzzling, or that made you laugh out loud because of its apparent stupidity? Almost certainly you have. But how do these bizarre lapses happen—and what can they teach us about our own writing? ...



opinion

AI Powers the Digital Economy

by Jeff Riley

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has had a profound impact on the digital economy. We explore that impact, and outline how AI technologies, including machine learning and big data analytics, have revolutionized sectors such as eCommerce, finance, supply chain, logistics, and manufacturing. The integration of AI has led to increased efficiency, personalized customer experiences, and significant transformations in traditional business models. We anticipate continued growth in AI's influence on the digital economy, with the Internet of Things contributing to even more data-driven advancements. AI is a driving force powering and shaping the future of the digital economy.

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opinion

Fundamental Writing Tips and Techniques

by Philip Yaffe

The principles of good writing are universal; they apply in all languages. However, different languages have different ways of expressing things. For example, English has a predilection toward using the gerund form, erg, "Running is good for health" rather than the infinitive "To run is good for health." By contrast, other languages, such as French, prefer the infinitive and would view the gerund as unnatural, and therefore distracting. However, in whatever language you write, such differences will always be secondary to the fundamental principles and techniques. ...