"Happiness and prosperity," is a common phrase when wishing someone a Happy Lunar New Year. In Chinese you would say, 恭喜發財 or Gōngxǐ fācái (pronunciation). 2016 is Year of the…
Ira KoretskyFebruary 8, 2016
Every blue moon I hear someone say "lectern." I know what he means as I have heard it before. I know he is correct. Still, I don't use it. Rather,…
Ira KoretskyJanuary 29, 2016
Reducing jargon and sentence/word complexity are key to enhancing engagement with your stakeholders. Polish-born British novelist, Joseph Conrad said, “He who wants to persuade should put his trust not in the…
Ira KoretskyJanuary 27, 2016
I have been sharing The Chief Storyteller®'s Top 50 Communication Mantras for quite a few years now. Some folks have told me in person or through email there are always…
Ira KoretskyJanuary 6, 2016
Everyone at The Chief Storyteller® wishes you and your family a happy and healthy holiday season. Beautiful fireworks bounce in the sky over Banghok, Thailand. Say Happy New Year in…
Ira KoretskyJanuary 1, 2016