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How the FINESSE Fishbone Diagram Helps Technical Professionals and Project Managers
Career growth depends on using proven communication approaches in addition to hard skills.

JD Solomon
Jan 20, 20252 min read


From Wildfires to Hurricanes: Three Indicators of a Rare Event
Rare events can usually be identified within the seven categories of crisis.

JD Solomon
Jan 13, 20252 min read


Why Grammarly is Essential for Effective Writing & Communication
Online editing tools such as Grammarly are invaluable for clear and effective communication.

JD Solomon
Dec 23, 20242 min read


Remember the Alt Text for Tables in Word and PowerPoint
Alt text for tables is a small step that can have a big impact.

JD Solomon
Dec 2, 20242 min read


Three Sleeper Fonts that Create Powerful Presentations
Roboto, Raleway, and Avenir are three less common fonts that can create powerful presentations that overcome accessibility issues.

JD Solomon
Nov 18, 20242 min read


Use the Strategic Plan When Communicating Big Business Presentations
Typical Strategic Goals in a corporate strategic plan usually relate to five to eight focus areas.

JD Solomon
Oct 21, 20242 min read


Have Backup
Make sure all of the backup firepower is present. Management and the lead presenter share an essential role in making it happen.

JD Solomon
Oct 14, 20242 min read


Communicate “To," Not “At” Someone for Better Results
Screaming for help and directing someone to call 911 is the difference between talking at versus talking to someone.

JD Solomon
Sep 30, 20242 min read


Keep Your Summaries to 300 Words for Success
The average person can speak between 125 and 200 words per minute.

JD Solomon
Sep 23, 20241 min read


Use “DraftFinal” Until the Accessibility Checks Are Done
Using a “DraftFinal” file extension is one way to make sure the accessibility checks are done.

JD Solomon
Sep 16, 20242 min read


Repeat Table Headers to Improve Reading Order & Business Communication
Microsoft Word and PowerPoint make it easy to improve accessibility and understanding for everyone.

JD Solomon
Sep 9, 20242 min read


How Font X-height Improves Your Business Presentations and Reports
Calibri, Aptos, Arial, and Helvetica are smart choices for business presentations and reports.

JD Solomon
Sep 3, 20242 min read


Does Microsoft’s New Aptos Font Improve Accessibility?
Aptos is a desirable choice for accessibility-friendly reports and business presentations.

JD Solomon
Aug 25, 20242 min read


How the first S in FINESSE Creates Effective Communication to Senior Management
The first S in FINESSE stands for Structure. These three tips and a three-minute video will help you improve the structure of your...

CWF
Apr 12, 20242 min read


Technical Communication Is ‘Easier to Read’ with These 5 Writing Tips
The "Easier to Read' series on writing tips is now complete. Technical professionals will gain an understanding of how social media has...

JD Solomon
Nov 21, 20232 min read


Five Writing Tips That Make Your Business Reports Easy to Skim
Most people now flip through reports searching for useful information, stopping to read only if something seems interesting. Blame it on...

JD Solomon
Oct 11, 20232 min read


Effective Communication: Be Concise
An Example In the end, the sign said simply ‘John Thompson’ with a picture of a hat. Conciseness Conciseness involves conveying...

Lester Ray Moore
Sep 6, 20231 min read


Structure: How to Improve Business Presentations by Practicing without PowerPoint Slides
You have completed the final draft of your business presentation. Now it is time to practice, and practicing means pulling up the...

Lester Ray Moore
May 19, 20233 min read


Structure and Sequence Empower Effective Communication to Senior Management
Communicating with FINESSE had the opportunity to poll 63 young professionals in two separate forums. Our conclusion is that presentation...

Lester Ray Moore
May 11, 20232 min read


Five Presentation Sequences Used by the Best Young Professionals
The organization of any presentation is important but is often overlooked by technical professionals. Technically trained professionals...

JD Solomon
May 2, 20233 min read
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