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2013
‘Power & Persuasion: political communications’
Communication is the currency of politics.
Politicians trade in discourse and argument, public statements and speeches, pamphlets and manifestos. The way they express themselves determines who they are and whether or not they will succeed...
Last year witnessed the highest level yet recorded of significant hacking attempts against organisational networks, according to a report by Infosecurity Europe and Computer Weekly (Information Security Breaches Survey, 2012).
It's easy to...
The multiple nominations for Steven Spielberg’s Lincoln biopic at this year’s Oscars is a reminder of just how important – and popular – a role strong narratives play in the history of American politics.
For more recent evidence, consider...
Last year you were awarded the French Legion of Honour – congratulations! In your statement, you said that you accepted the award which “recognises my work at the service of a cause I serve with passion, European integration.” What is...
Assertiveness by itself will not get you a promotion, nor the respect of your peers and direct reports. But failing to stand your ground effectively, and - conversely – being too controlling and aggressive, can halt your advance up the corporate...
