Becoming
a better presenter never hurt anyone in the workplace. Check out these national organizations geared
towards public speaking, networking and developing communications skills.
American
of Professional Communication Consultants- The non-profit group has a marketing
focus and is “committed to raising public awareness of the value of effective
communication” (APCC, n.d.). Members are encouraged to network and use the
tools and resources available to grow their business. If I were promoting or
marketing a business, I would strongly consider joining this group.
The American Communication Association- The purpose of the group is to improve human communications through use of a universal “communication law and policy” (The American Communication Association, 2010). The group has an academic and professional focus and the site points out that the organization uses evolving forms of technology. This caught my attention and I would consider joining the organization.
The Association for Women in Communications- The association’s mission is to promote the leadership skills of women in the workplace through use of modern communication skills (The Association for Women in Communications, 2012). While I understand the significance of the group, I would prefer to join a group that was diverse like the workplace.
The International Association of Business Communicators- The group promotes networking on global scales and members use “the world’s most effective communication practices” (IABC, 2012). My current career path requires no intercultural communication, but if my role was to change, I would consider joining.
Toastmasters International- The organization works to develop presenting and leadership skills by using a “learn-by-doing” approach. Members present in front of other members and provide each other with feedback (Toastmasters International, 2012). I have considered joining the organization. I know several people who have participated and all have credited the organization with improving their speaking skills in the workplace.
Resources
The American Communication Association. (2010). About ACA. Retrieved from: http://www.americancomm.org/about/
The Association for Women in Communications. (2012). AWC Overview. Retrieved from: http://www.womcom.org/About_Us/AWC-New-Overview.asp
APCC. (n.d.) .About APCC. Retrieved from: http://consultingsuccess.org/wp/?page_id=83
IABC. (2012). Retrieved from: http://www.iabc.com/
Toastmasters International. (2012). Retrieved from: http://www.toastmasters.org/
The American Communication Association- The purpose of the group is to improve human communications through use of a universal “communication law and policy” (The American Communication Association, 2010). The group has an academic and professional focus and the site points out that the organization uses evolving forms of technology. This caught my attention and I would consider joining the organization.
The Association for Women in Communications- The association’s mission is to promote the leadership skills of women in the workplace through use of modern communication skills (The Association for Women in Communications, 2012). While I understand the significance of the group, I would prefer to join a group that was diverse like the workplace.
The International Association of Business Communicators- The group promotes networking on global scales and members use “the world’s most effective communication practices” (IABC, 2012). My current career path requires no intercultural communication, but if my role was to change, I would consider joining.
Toastmasters International- The organization works to develop presenting and leadership skills by using a “learn-by-doing” approach. Members present in front of other members and provide each other with feedback (Toastmasters International, 2012). I have considered joining the organization. I know several people who have participated and all have credited the organization with improving their speaking skills in the workplace.
Resources
The American Communication Association. (2010). About ACA. Retrieved from: http://www.americancomm.org/about/
The Association for Women in Communications. (2012). AWC Overview. Retrieved from: http://www.womcom.org/About_Us/AWC-New-Overview.asp
APCC. (n.d.) .About APCC. Retrieved from: http://consultingsuccess.org/wp/?page_id=83
IABC. (2012). Retrieved from: http://www.iabc.com/
Toastmasters International. (2012). Retrieved from: http://www.toastmasters.org/
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