The Art of Communication
Developing strong communication skill is essential when it comes to building successful career. Effective communication skills are fundamental to success in many aspects of life. Many jobs require strong communication skills. People with good communication skills also usually enjoy better interpersonal relationships with friends and family.
Communication is simply an act of transferring information from one person, place or group to another. Skills are something which can be learned and developed at any stage of our life. Effective communication is therefore a key interpersonal skill and learning how to improve it has many benefits. Communication skill can be developed by observing ‘great communications’ and adopting ‘their styles and traits’-in written as well as verbal forms.
Being an effective communicator means being able to both actively listen and clearly express yourself to those around you. Communication can be verbal, written and Non-Verbal. Now knowing the types of communication, lets dive in to know more..
How to improve your communication skills:
If you feel like you lack the basic skills required for good communication, following these reliable ways will improve it.
1) Listening Skills: be an active listener, make others feel heard.
2) Empathy: understanding others feelings.
3) Non-Verbal Communication: awareness of your body language and tone of voice.
4) Team Work: The ability to actively engage in team-building is an important part of building your business communication skills.
5) Ask for feedback: Asking your peers or subordinates for their advice on improving your communication skills and help you better understand how you are your work place.
6) Practice Public Speaking: Public speaking may sound daunting, but there is no better way to develop good communication skills than by seeking out public speaking opportunities.
7) Be confident: Maintain eye contact with the people you are speaking with.
8) Open Mindedness: Approaching a discussion with an open mind is more likely to result in a successful outcome.
Which jobs require communication skills?
1) Teaching
2) Financial services
3) Marketing
Written by:
Feroza Shaheen (Career Counselor, Karnataka)
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