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A Surefire Way To Summon Creative Inspiration When You Need It

FedSmith.com author Robbie HymanBy Robbie HymanMay 18, 2014 1:30 PM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

Ever faced an overwhelming task and didn’t know how to start? Don’t worry – this trick works every time.

The Passive Aggressive Files: When Your Colleagues Can’t Quite Tell You the Truth

FedSmith.com author Robbie HymanBy Robbie HymanMay 16, 2014 9:47 AM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

You can’t avoid speaking or writing unpleasant truths by using the passive voice. Here’s why.

Strange Choice of Words

FedSmith.com author Robbie HymanBy Robbie HymanFebruary 3, 2014 10:41 AM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

The Secret To Wisdom Is… Shhh.

FedSmith.com author Robbie HymanBy Robbie HymanDecember 30, 2013 8:35 PM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

Many of us today lack prolonged, uninterrupted quiet time. And we need it – to process, to reflect, to grow.

Give Your Readers Clear Next Steps

FedSmith.com author Robbie HymanBy Robbie HymanOctober 7, 2013 6:41 PM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

Don’t leave your readers wondering, “What am I supposed to do now?” Use this technique instead.

Do Your Words Reveal… Or Conceal?

FedSmith.com author Robbie HymanBy Robbie HymanAugust 17, 2013 10:19 PM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

Can’t understand what a document is actually saying? It could be that the author is actually using words to hide something.

Writing Tip: Use Simpler Words

FedSmith.com author Robbie HymanBy Robbie HymanAugust 11, 2013 12:08 PM Categories Current Events Leave a comment

It’s best to use a simple approach to writing to help your reader understand your message.

The Passive Aggressive Files

FedSmith.com author Robbie HymanBy Robbie HymanAugust 5, 2013 8:20 AM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

Here’s a new recurring post that will feature amusing real-world uses of the passive voice to hide, conceal blame, or soften criticism. This first one includes all three!

A Couple of Great Cliché Goofs I’ve Overheard

FedSmith.com author Robbie HymanBy Robbie HymanJuly 5, 2013 10:37 AM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

Don’t Ridicule Or Mock In Writing. Or This Could Happen.

FedSmith.com author Robbie HymanBy Robbie HymanJune 25, 2013 3:04 PM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

Thinking about mocking or insulting a colleague or friend in an email? Read this first.

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