Below are all Al Viller’s communication-related blog posts summarized on one convenient page.
All these articles are designed to inspire you to become a more effective communicator so that you can excel in all areas of your life.
Inspire On!
Reading Time: 9 minutesWhat if a barrier to employee engagement is the newsletter you keep sending? You or your team likely spend 30 to 40 hours (a conservative estimate) producing a companywide newsletter. Hours in editorial content meetings. Does everyone really need to be there? Does every article have the same importance or relevance? You write […]
Employees Stopped Reading Your Newsletter. Now what? Read More »
Reading Time: 6 minutesClarity isn’t just a communication skill—it’s a virtue. Clarity also delivers tremendous value to your audience. Clarity means being clear, distinct, and easily understood. It’s the ability to think sharply, identify what matters, and convey information so that others can quickly grasp it and act on it. Clarity also acts as a filter:
Communicating with Clarity and Why It Matters Read More »
Reading Time: 2 minutesIn Supercommunicators, Charles Duhigg breaks down what separates ordinary conversations from transformational ones—and shows how anyone can bridge the gap between talking and truly connecting. Some books offer tips. This one provides a toolkit. And, after reading the book, I offer a few actionable insights. If you’re a professional communicator or if you’ve
Stop Talking, Start Connecting: The Real Skill of Supercommunicators Read More »
Reading Time: 2 minutesRemember when The Jetsons introduced us to the microwave oven, robot maids and video calls? Or when Dick Tracy’s watch was pure fiction—until Apple made it reality? While many of you may be too young to remember it, just ask Uncle Google. You’ll be amazed! Well, enter Jibberlink, the next wave of sci-fi
Jibberlink: When AIs Start Speaking Their Own Language Read More »
Reading Time: 6 minutesEver notice how the best leaders, the ones you admire most, seem to shine a little brighter… especially in tough times? It’s not because they’re the smartest person in the room or have all the answers—it’s because they believe in a better future and communicate that belief in a way that inspires action. That’s optimism
Leading with Optimism: The Hidden Advantage in Communication Read More »
Reading Time: 5 minutesA Strategic Approach to Leadership and Innovation Have you ever found yourself saying “yes” before you’ve even had a chance to think? You’re not alone. As humans, we’re wired to seek approval, to please, and to avoid conflict. A quick “yes” feels good—it keeps the peace, makes us seem agreeable and earns instant validation.
Reading Time: 8 minutesLeading with Integrity in a World that Often Rewards the Opposite Integrity isn’t flashy. It doesn’t demand attention, and it won’t make headlines. But it’s the foundation of trust, the bedrock of leadership and the silent force that determines how people perceive and remember you. Integrity is more than just telling the truth—it’s about
Beyond the Spotlight – Integrity Read More »
Reading Time: 7 minutesChange is inevitable in both business and life. No surprise there! Whether it’s a major organizational shift or a smaller process change, how we communicate that change makes all the difference. Additionally, effective communication throughout the change process is critical—not just for delivering the message but for guiding people through the emotional and practical challenges
Let’s Talk Change: Be Honest Read More »
Reading Time: 5 minutesPet peeves… we all have ’em. Here’s one of mine: “Click here” hyperlinks. The Internet has been around since the early 80s, and blue hyperlinks quickly became a thing soon after. As a comms pro, “click here” is more than just a minor annoyance, it’s a missed opportunity. These words, underlined and in blue,
Improve Readers’ Experience with Clearer Hyperlinks Read More »
