In an age when 30 something CEOs and VPs no longer amaze us and established ideas are questioned each day, holding one’s own at the workplace is a challenge in itself. What can help, maybe partly, is the ability to think clearly, build networks, communicate more openly and develop interpersonal relationships. Scientists and engineers in all positions have to be able to communicate the purpose and relevance of their work, both orally and in writing. Teachers Industry people must communicate with managers and co-workers (many of whom will not be scientists and engineers) and with customers. If you work in public policy or government, you might have to communicate with the press and other members of the public. You need to communicate with colleagues to keep up with trends, to collaborate on projects, and to find a new position. If communication is a social need for an individual, it is the lifeblood for an organization. Today it is not sufficient enough just to have the technical ability to do the job. We need to possess interpersonal skills to communicate, motivate, organize, counsel and negotiate.