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Written By: Joseph Sommerville, Phd

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The Seven Deadly Sins of Powerpoint Presentations Written by: Joseph Sommerville, PhD | Distributed: 2004-08-26 | It's not surprising Powerpoint© slideshows have become the norm for visuals in most business presentations. They are quick to produce, easy to update and effective to inject visual interest into the presentation. However, they can also spell disaster even for experienced presenters. The key to success is to make certain your slide show is a visual aid and not a visual distraction. For the best results, avoid these common 'seven deadly sins' of Powerpoint presentations.

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The 5 Keys to Interpersonal Success Written by: Joseph Sommerville, PhD | Distributed: 2004-08-20 | In survey after survey, interpersonal communication skills are consistently ranked at or near the top of a list of skills necessary for career success. People who possess these skills enjoy a richer personal life, better relationships at work and more productive interactions with those around them. Teams with members who excel at these skills are more productive and more cohesive. No one is born with these 'people skills.' They are the result of attention and practice. Here are five guaranteed ways to hone your people skills.