The pandemic turned work-life on its head. That stress shows up at work, especially in how we talk to each other. A checklist to help you communicate with more empathy.
Healthy communication
At Writer, we believe that language shapes culture. Healthy communication comes down to the words we chose to say, the order with which we say them, and the tone in which we imbue them. Especially at work, words matter.
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D&I terms and Inclusion glossary
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