The impact of social media on businesses, both positive and negative, is immense. Either you are a startup or a small business, whether you are an online store or an enterprise, social media is vital for your business marketing strategy.

Social media provide health care providerss with tools to share information, to debate health care policy and practice issues, to promote health behaviors, to engage with the public, and to educate and interact with patients, caregivers, students, and colleagues. 

Have you seen your friend with a confused look on their face after trying to teach them something? We've all been there. In this episode, we delve into the differences between explaining and informing to help your friends, boss, and even family better understand what you're trying to say. 

Social media influences our society in both positive and negative ways. It gives people a way to stay in touch with people who live far away. It lets people share fun, interesting, and informative content. However, it can also have a harmful impact on society as a whole.

Have you ever been distracted by social media while learning? You're not alone. Social media has now become apart of our daily lives. Despite the urge for some students to check their phones every hour, there are positive and adverse effects of social networking on students.

Persuasion is an important skill necessary for our personal and business life. Most importantly, persuasion helps people take actions that will benefit their lives, despite the mental roadblocks they might have that prevent them from doing so.

We will explore how diverse intersectional identities and experiences can inform the group communication process.

When we try to influence others’ behavior, whether it is through the use of an effective group role or the use of a disruptive individual role, we are attempting to use some type of power. While we might typically think about leaders wielding power, all group members can take on a leadership role and utilize power to influence others as they work together towards a group goal. In this episode, we delve into the six bases of power. 

It takes time for a new team to mesh and work to its full potential. Team members go through stages as they move from strangers to co-workers. When you understand Tuckman's model of group development, you'll know how to help your new team to become effective - faster. 

Are you using an effective leadership style that works best for you and your team? Today's business environments are riddled with challenges to the changing demographics and employee expectations of a diverse workforce. In this episode, we cover the six most common types of leadership styles, and how to find your own in order to maximize your strengths.