Improving poor communication skills can make a huge difference in the way that you relate to others and the resultant relationship that you share. Learn ten simple techniques to improve poor communication skills.
Instructions
01.Most forms of person to person communication involve two distinct processes that must be carried out properly for effective communication to take place. These two processes are that of sending a message and receiving that message. However, a failure to convey the proper message can result from the presence of poor communication skills on either end. By adapting these ten techniques, for improving poor communication skills, you can send the message that you want to send and be more adept at understanding what others have to say.
02.To improve poor communication and speaking skills, follow these steps when you are the one sending the message:
Speak clearly. It seems very simple, but thick accents, fatigue and poor enunciation can make your message a mystery to others.
Slow down your speech. Take your time when speaking to others. Many areas of the country have residents that speak very fast and this may confuse a person from another area, that is not accustomed to rapid speech patterns.
Emphasize the main points. Change the tone or inflection of your voice when you are saying something that is very important. This variation in your voice serves as a natural cue to the listener that you are saying something important.
Avoid distractions when speaking. The ideal environment for communication would be a quiet and serene room with no loud and distracting background noise. Unfortunately, this is unrealistic in most situations. However, you can minimize distractions by turning off the TV or radio before speaking. Also, close doors and windows leading to other noisy areas.
Avoid performing multiple tasks when communicating. Take the burger out of your mouth before talking. Put your cup of coffee down. Don't try to have an important conversation with someone while you're checking your email.
After you are done conveying your message, ask the receiver for feedback. What they tell you can help you assess whether they understood your message or not.
03.To improve poor communication and listening skills, follow these steps when you are receiving a message: <ğ> Take the time to listen carefully. Focus on the speaker's words and don't try to anticipate what they are trying to convey. In other words, don't jump to conclusions.
When listening to others, pay attention to the facial expressions that the speaker makes. These expressions can provide additional insight into the speakers state of mind and the intent of their message.
Watch for changes in body language. Do they have their arms folded across their chest? This motion can indicate anger. Are they rapidly moving their hands about when they speak. This body movement can indicate excitement. Interpreting body language offers the listener clues about the speaker's emotional state and the purpose for their message.
Account for the speakers culture when listening. Some cultures avoid eye contact during communication. Some refrain from any form of touch with a stranger. Shaking hands may be off limits. Being aware of these cultural norms and accounting for them can help you to properly interpret the message that someone is trying to communicate.
