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What is Miller's Law and what is it for?
Miller's Law is a way of thinking about communication that helps us understand the other person more effectively and accurately.

Why do the same words mean different things to different people?
One reason communication fails is that we assume that what we mean by a word or phrase is the same as the meaning another person has for the word. Learn more about the multiple meanings of words.

Why is it important that all parties in communication have the
Communication effectiveness improves when both parties are having the same kind of conversation, or are on the same wavelength.

What is a "presupposition" and why is it important in communication?
The term presupposition is taken from psycholinguistics and helps us understand that meaning comes not only from what is said but the assumptions underneath what is said.

What is confrontational communication?
Confrontational communication is a term developed by Robert Bacal during the 1990's to describe communication that, intentionally, or unintentially, creates unnecessary conflict.

What is the "less is more" principle of effective communication?
Find out why, when communicating, it's often more effective to use less words, rather than inundate the listener with too many words.

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Get Onpoint - Your free guide to work and relationship resources : Communication Skills - General and Interpersonal

What is Miller's Law and what is it for?

Why do the same words mean different things to different people?

Why is it important that all parties in communication have the

What is a "presupposition" and why is it important in communication?

What is confrontational communication?

What is the "less is more" principle of effective communication?

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