As promised, this blog will span a plethora of topics related to communication. Thus, I would like to present my first post on effective communication. Arguably, the most significant facet of communication is the ability to deliver messages in a clear and concise manner. Moreover, all forms of relationships are common place for messages to be altered, misconstrued and even ignored. If this has happened to you, then have no worries. Each and every human suffers from some form of communication breach, and whether it revolves around business or personal relationships is irrelevant. This blog will inform you of tips and tricks to be a more effective communicator.
Consider the following three tips to help conquer any potential communicative demons:
Listening – Listening plays a HUGE role in communication process. You’ve probably heard the cliche phrase, “It feels like i’m talking to a brick wall.” Whether its a machine trying to communicate with another device, or a man arguing with a woman; when two parties are not actively involved in the transmisison of a message, then it simply cannot be properly delivered. The art of listening goes beyond hearing what the other person says. A message must also be interpreted.
Interpreting – In communication, the receiver of the message has the option to accept or reject a message. And the following is probably why a great deal of personal relationships go awry: person A delivers the message, personal standpoint or argument only for person B to deny the message before they have given any thought as to the validity of the message. I’m no relationship expert, but the neccessity of interpreting a message is apparent.
Consideriation – Communications is intensely complex. With that being said, its important to realize that not one person utilizes communication to perfection. This is precisly why barriors in communication must be accepted. Beyond obvious difference in spoken languages, there are dozens of natural restrictions that counter effective communication. Non-verbal cues, power struggles, false assumptions, and differences in perception are just a few examples of “noise” that can get in the way of communicating effectively. So despite the complexity of communication, giving consideration to differences in communication practices can certainly go a long way.
Let’s hear other ways to communicate efficiently. I’m curious to hear as many opinions as possible.
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