The document discusses the importance of spoken communication over text and technology. It argues that the next big thing is not new phones but what people do on phones - communicate by actually talking. Talking allows for clearer and more specific communication than limited text messages. While texting volume has increased drastically, speech allows one to better understand the speaker. Improving communication skills like listening, empathy, removing distractions, being clear, asking questions and following up can strengthen relationships.

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The “real” Next Big Thing
The power of the spoken word(s) over Text & Tech.
- Presented by Phillip Tyler of Wisdom In Words

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WHAT IS
THE BIG IDEA?
The Next Big Thing is not a phone, it’s what
you do on the phone…communicate.
By that I mean, actually talking.

3. 5 MINUTE FACT #1
Text/SMS messages are limited to 160 characters. Sometimes we need
more than that to clearly and specifically communicate our message.
• Add more talk and less Tech
NUTS &
BOLTS “Our capacity to communicate is beginning to totally
overwhelm our ability to communicate with each other “
- Nancy Maynard
• Its not a relationship, if were
not relating
Put both together and it strengthens the bond

4. WHY IT
MATTERS?
“Speech is not what one should desire to understand.
One should know the speaker.”
- Upanishad
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5 MINUTE FACT #2
In 1995, the average American sent 0.4 texts per month. Currently, we
send on average 60-70 per day.
Listen Empathy
Remove
Distractions
Clear, Specific
Communication
Ask Questions
Follow Up
Follow Through

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