1.   Communication skills affect every area of life, from expressing feelings in intimate relationships to dealing with over-zealous shop assistants.

2.   Early on they amazed us with their valuable ideas and communication skills.

3.   Fortunately, in the eighties we have begun to recognise that modern communication skills go far beyond the concept of advertising.

4.   I am sure you can use your communication skills to get your message across.

5.   Many doctors feel that medical students still do not receive enough training in communication skills.

6.   Moreover, students in colleges encompass a wide age range and exhibit very varying academic abilities and communication skills.

7.   Most managers in business spend some time learning communication skills, so that they and their staff can understand each other.

8.   One of the recurring discussion points was the apparent lack of communication skills teaching for nursing staff.

9.   Self motivation, initiative, excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail will, however, be vital.