This week (2/22/10 to 2/28/10) Work Matters takes a look at honest communication at work.

Most of us think that being a good employee means not rocking the boat. But, how do we react when we realize that some difficult issues need to be addressed and the current course of action needs to be changed?

This week's guest Meryl Runion, says that employees need to have the tools to know how, when, and why to speak up. She also explains that honest and effective communication can help prevent misunderstandings and unclear work assignments.

In Meryl's new book Speak Strong, she shares tips and techniques to help workers feel more comfortable to recognize and confront difficult situations head on.

Then, in the regular segment of Uncommon Sense, Nan and her friend and colleague Beth Pelkofsky field listener questions.

Have you read Nan's award winning book? Take a look at "Hitting Your Stride" on Amazon.com. Or, you might like her book "Nibble Your Way to Success"

Call Nan on her toll free number 866-944-8195 and tell her what's going on in your work world and why your work matters.