Authentically Connecting and Effectively Communication is needed now more than EVER!
- Active listening: Give your full attention, maintain eye contact, and reflect on what is being said.
- Be clear and concise: Avoid confusion by expressing your thoughts clearly and concisely.
- Be aware of your tone: Be mindful of your tone, and be prepared to take time out if you are feeling angry.
- Consider nonverbal communication: Pay attention to your body language, facial expressions, and tone of voice.
- Ensure that your nonverbal communication aligns with your words to avoid sending mixed signals.
- Empathy: Try to understand the perspectives and emotions of others.
- Open-ended questions: Encourage deeper conversations and allow for a more comprehensive understanding of each other’s perspectives.
- Ask for feedback: Ask the other person for feedback on your listening
Yes. This is connection and communication.
You can do more…
According to specialists in the field like, Coursera we can do more and use additional approaches and skills and apply them to the 4 types of communication.
4 types of communication
Your communication skills will fall under four categories of communication. Let’s take a closer look at each area.
1. Written communication
Writing is one of the more traditional aspects of communication. We often write as part of our job, communicating via email and messenger apps like Slack, as well as in more formal documents, like project reports and white papers.
Conveying information clearly, concisely, and with an accurate tone of voice are all important parts of written communication.
2. Verbal communication
Communicating verbally is how many of us share information in the workplace. This can be informal, such as chatting with coworkers about an upcoming deliverable, or more formal, such as meeting with your manager to discuss your performance.
Taking time to actively listen when someone else is talking is also an important part of verbal communication.
3. Non-verbal communication
The messages you communicate to others can also take place non-verbally—through your body language, eye contact, and overall demeanor. You can cultivate strong non-verbal communication by using appropriate facial expressions, nodding, and making good eye contact. Really, verbal communication and body language must be in sync to convey a message clearly.
4. Visual communication
Lastly, visual communication means using images, graphs, charts, and other non-written means to share information. Often, visuals may accompany a piece of writing or stand alone. In either case, it’s a good idea to make sure your visuals are clear and strengthen what you’re sharing.
