Having to speak in public ranks as number four in the top ten list of most frightening things in life - according to reliable research carried out in the Netherlands. Not being in control is a frequent cause of anxiety. This makes the fear of speaking in public the odd one out in this top ten, because speaking in front of a group is a skill you can learn, a fear that you can overcome...

The same research showed that the fear of public speaking decreases in ratio to the amount of practice and...

Corporate Communication Worldwide covers a wide range of corporate communication aspects and prepares those who aim to be active in the communication field in an international context. In today’s world, the meaning of worldwide is truly dynamic and this book reflects such new reality.

A research project is not finished until the results have been published. No matter how spectacular the findings, they only become relevant when they have been shared with others, for instance in a presentation at a conference. Students in Bachelor's and Master's programmes are expected to present the results of their projects and their theses too. And with the internationalisation of study programmes, more and more presentations are given in English.

How do you prepare a presentation? How d...

Communication and media have become integral parts of our daily lives and society. Yet, we know very little about them. We may know how to connect with each other and which apps to download, how do all these different media actually function? And where does communication begin and end?

This introductory handbook provides an overview of both historical and contemporary developments within communication sciences. Additionally, it contains recognizable real-life cases, with contemporary examples...

Changing your life can seem like a daunting task, but it is definitely possible with some effort and commitment. In this book you will learn some steps that may help you change your life completely. The book teaches ways of discovering your own potential.

This collection of Reflections on Intercultural Craftsmanship offers an insightful and sometimes entertainingly fresh perspective on intercultural effectiveness. The starting point is our own cultural logic, the set of assumptions that we unwittingly take with us throughout our lives, and the manner in which they influence our interaction with people from a different cultural background. It is about our brain, about our intuitive mind that quickly reacts from our own deeply-rooted norms and v...

Failure typically refers to not achieving a desired outcome or goal, while success refers to achieving that desired outcome or goal. These outcomes are often seen as opposites, and one cannot be the other.

However, it is important to note that failure can lead to success. By learning from our mistakes and using them as opportunities for growth and improvement, we can ultimately achieve success. In this sense, failure can be seen as a necessary step on the path to success.

So, while failure is...

Many people experience aggressive and intimidating behavior in their work situation. This finds place at all levels, from customers and suppliers to executives and colleagues. It ranges from petty harassment and insults to threats and violent behavior.

In order to function properly, it is important to feel safe and familiar during your work. If you are dealing with aggression, chances are that you no longer feel safe. When annoying and aggressive behavior occurs more often, it has an effect o...

Making Media uncovers what it means and what it takes to make media, focusing on the lived experience of media professionals within the global media, including rich case studies of the main media industries and professions: television, journalism, social media entertainment, advertising and public relations, digital games, and music. This carefully edited volume features 35 authoritative essays by 53 researchers from 14 countries across 6 continents, all of whom are at the cutting edge of med...