Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing how professionals craft routine, negative, and persuasive business messages. From enhancing tone and clarity to optimizing audience engagement, AI tools have become indispensable in modern communication. To ensure students are fully prepared, it’s essential that business communication textbooks comprehensively address these advancements. This quiz will help you evaluate whether your […]
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Are You Truly Connecting with Your Business Communication Students? Take This Quiz to Find Out!
Instructions: Answer each question honestly with True or False. This self-assessment will help you reflect on your teaching approaches and connection with business communication students. 1. I regularly incorporate current business communication trends and technologies into my lessons. 2. I can name at least three popular communication tools or platforms that my students […]
What Business Communication Instructors Should Tell Students about Why Grammar Still Matters in Today’s Professional World
Imagine your students losing out on career opportunities or a six-figure contract simply because of a minor grammar mistake. It happens more often than they might think. In a digital age dominated by informal messaging, some argue that strict grammar adherence is outdated. However, for business communication instructors, the reality is clear: maintaining high grammatical […]
From Complex to Clear: A Data Expert’s Guide to Better Presentations
Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic At the intersection of mathematics and business, Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic discovered her calling: helping people transform complex data into compelling stories. With credentials spanning applied mathematics and business administration, Knaflic honed her expertise through roles in banking, private equity, and Google's People Analytics team before founding Storytelling with Data, where she […]
Words That Work: How a Multilingual Storyteller is Transforming Business Communication
Rashida Tayabali From the vibrant storytelling traditions of Kenya to the bustling business landscape of Sydney, Rashida Tayabali has transformed her lifelong passion for narrative into a thriving career helping businesses find their voice. As a multilingual communicator fluent in six languages, Tayabali brings a uniquely nuanced understanding of how words can bridge cultures […]
The Art of the Corporate Apology: Lessons from Apple’s iPad Ad Backlash
In an era where AI and technology increasingly intersect with creative expression, Apple's "Crush" commercial for the iPad Pro struck a particularly sensitive nerve. The visually arresting ad featured various symbols of artistic creation – from musical instruments to books – being systematically destroyed and compressed into an iPad, all while Sonny and Cher's "All […]
Preview of Part II: Chapters 4-6, Business Communication Today, 16th Edition
Part II of Business Communication Today, 16th Edition, guides readers through the essential three-step writing process—planning, writing, and completing messages—with an innovative focus on artificial intelligence (AI). These chapters deliver a modern, practical approach to mastering professional communication while leveraging cutting-edge tools that prepare students for the future of work. Chapter 4: […]
What Is Your Business Communication Instructor Profile? Take the Test and See
Unlock your unique teaching strengths and elevate your business communication course with personalized guidance. This concise 10-question assessment helps you pinpoint your instructional approach and highlight areas for growth. Whether you're a seasoned educator or new to the role, this tool will empower you to refine your teaching methods and better prepare your students for […]
The Digital Evolution of Business Communication Education: A Roadmap to Professional and Institutional Excellence
The adoption of Business Communication Today, Sixteenth Edition, provides instructors with a comprehensive toolkit that extends far beyond traditional textbook benefits. This resource serves as a cornerstone for professional development, classroom excellence, curriculum enhancement, and institutional advancement within today's rapidly evolving educational landscape. Professional Enhancement and Credibility Instructors who adopt Business Communication Today position […]
From Plagiarism to Prosperity: How Grammarly Revolutionized Digital Writing by Bovee and Thill
Grammarly originated from Max Lytvyn's work on plagiarism detection software, where he realized many writers plagiarize due to struggles with effective communication. In 2009, Lytvyn, Alex Shevchenko, and Dmytro Lider founded Grammarly to help people master English grammar and write more confidently. Initially focused on basic grammar checking, Grammarly has evolved significantly. Today, the […]