Category Archives: Communication

iPhone tip: Use a Silent Ringtone to Screen Calls in Your Sleep

Posted on August 6, 2009 by Richard K Miller

Have you ever wished your iPhone would ring only when certain people call? Here’s how to do it: Download the “Silence” ringtone here: silence.m4r Copy this file into the Ringtones section of your iTunes. (Click to enlarge.) Sync your iPhone … Continue reading →

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The Language That’s Magic

Posted on February 11, 2009 by Richard K Miller

One of my pet peeves is a request in the form of an incomplete “if” statement, e.g. “If you could get me that report by 2:00 PM.” Maybe it’s just me, but the programmer in me thinks that “if” clauses … Continue reading →

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Some Collective Intelligence Can’t Be Reduced to Thumbs-Ups and Star Ratings

Posted on February 7, 2009 by Richard K Miller

In a podcast this week, I learned about Sermo, a private social network where doctors can share knowledge with each other. Seems like a good idea — let doctors submit and “rate” treatments for various diseases, Web 2.0-style*, like Digg … Continue reading →

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How to Save Voicemail Forever on Your Mac

Posted on January 18, 2009 by Richard K Miller

With a combo of free Mac applications, you can record and save voicemails from your mobile phone. You’ll need to install the following Mac applications: Skype. You’ll use Skype to make a call to your mobile phone and listen to … Continue reading →

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Saying No

Posted on December 7, 2007 by Richard K Miller

I received a phone call that impressed me. It was like this: “Richard, I’m afraid I can’t help with the project like we had planned. Some things have come up, and I no longer have the time. I just wanted … Continue reading →

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