Linguistics to Make Sure Your Message is Not Lost on Your Reader
Release Date: 07/27/2023
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info_outlineIn this episode, Ella Hoyos talks to Eloise Leeson to explore the fascinating field of linguistics. This show is for you if you want people to understand exactly what you mean when you say it.
Linguistics is the study of language. It’s all about getting your message across intentionally and clearly so that you can improve your business communications. It will help you to become better understood in the workplace and beyond.
Find out how Eloise uses linguistics to help her corporate clients become better connected. You’ll hear how corporate communications ecosystems and unspoken workplace cultures can result in misunderstanding, even if you’re playing for the same team and striving to reach a common goal.
We talk about how linguistics helps you to read between the lines of what’s really going on. Eloise gives an example of how to recognise bias and harmful inference in the media and online content that we consume so much of.
You’ll also hear how improving readability and accessibility are core components of Eloise’s work. She shares a number of brilliant tips for small business owners, marketers and writers who want to be seen and heard while staying relevant and understood in the marketplace.
And finally there’s the golden rule about why you shouldn't wee on your copy!
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About Eloise Leeson
Eloise Leeson is a Strategic Linguistic Consultant, and Founder of Olim, a communications consultancy that works with companies around the world to close the gap between what they think they’re saying, and what is actually being received by their customers.
With a focus on data-driven linguistic insights, language consciousness, and critical discourse analysis, Eloise’s work helps companies to better engage audiences of all kinds.
From publicly-funded specialised UN agencies to private companies like Experian and Capgemini, Olim helps to steer strategy, provide insight, and create clarity for businesses that understand the importance of effective, engaging communication from the outset.
www.olimcomms.com
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