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Introduction to
Effective Communication
Objectives
To consider verbal and non-verbal
Communication methods
To understand and practise effective listening
skills
To communicate in clear, respectful and non-
judgemental ways
To know when to seek advice
Cultural Diversity
What do we know about the communication styles of different cultures?
Consider verbal and non verbal, including dress constraints, language difficulties, taboos.
Why do we need a high level of Communication?• Communication is a hugely important aspect of the Client-Relationship.
• Effective communication skills are a critical element in our career and personal lives.
• So how exactly do we communicate? Clearly with such a range of different clients, there is no "one size fits all" communication approach. Some clients want lots of communication. Some want very little.
• We all must use a variety of communication techniques to both understand and be understood
.
Why is communication important
Inspires confidence Builds respect in business and social life Helps make friends Develops a distinct personality Reveals your ability to others
What is Communication?
What does it mean to you?
The process of communication is what allows us to
interact with other people; without it, we would be
unable to share knowledge or experiences with
anything outside of ourselves.
Common forms of communication include speaking,
writing, gestures, touch and broadcasting.
What are the most common ways we Communicate?
Spoken Word
Written Word
Visual Images
Body Language
Critical success factor
The majority of your perceived ability comes from how you communicate
38% Visual
55% Tonal
7% Verbal
93% of all Communication is non verbal - SKILL
Communication Goals
To change behavior
To get action
To ensure understandingTo persuade
To get and give
Information
The Communication Equation• What you hear
Tone of voice 40% of the messageVocal clarityVerbal expressiveness
• What you see or feelFacial expressionDress and grooming 50% of thePosture messageEye contactTouchGesture
• WORDS … 10% of the message!
Understanding Communication
• We are going to consider:
The 2-Way communication process
Effective communication skills
Barriers to effective communication
The Communication Process
SENDER(encodes)
RECEIVER(decodes)
Barrier
Barrier
Medium
Feedback/Response
Effective Communication Skills
Effective Communication skills
Eye contact & visible mouth
Body language
Silence
Checking for understanding
Smiling face
Summarising what has been said
Encouragement to continue
Some questions
Barriers to Effective Communication
Barriers to effective
communication
Language NoiseTime
DistractionsOther people
Put downsToo many questions
Distance
Discomfort with the topic
Disability
Lack of interest
How to Improve Existing Level ofCOMMUNICATION?
Improve language.Improve pronunciation.Work on voice modulation.Work on body language.Read moreListen moreAvoid reading or watching or listening unwanted literature, gossip, media presentation etc.Interact with qualitative people.
The Art of Listening
• “If we were supposed to talk more than listen, we would have been given two mouths and one ear.”
Hearing Vs Listening
Hearing – Physical process, natural, passive
Listening – Physical as well as mental process, active, learned process, a skill
Listening is hard.You must choose to participate in the process of
listening.
Techniques to improve listening skills
PARAPHRASE
Restate what was said in your own
words
SUMMARIZE
Pull together the main points
of a speaker
QUESTION
Challenge speaker to think further,
clarifying both your and their
understanding
How to be an active listener Set the stage Ensure mutual understanding Understand body language Suspend judgment Avoid Behaviors that hinder effective listening
Act distracted (look at your watch!)Tell your own story without acknowledging theirsGive no responseInvalidate response, be negativeInterruptCriticize
Stages of the Listening Process
Hearing Focusing on the message Comprehending and interpreting Analyzing and Evaluating Responding Remembering
Responding
Responses to check that your perceptions are correct
Responses to encourage further communication
Always think ahead about what you are going to say. Use simple words and phrases that are understood by
every body. Increase your knowledge on all subjects you are
required to speak. Speak clearly and audibly. Check twice with the listener whether you have been
understood accurately or not In case of an interruption, always do a little recap of
what has been already said.
Essentials of communication dos
Always pay undivided attention to the speaker while listening.
While listening, always make notes of important points.
Always ask for clarification if you have failed to grasp other’s point of view.
Repeat what the speaker has said to check whether you have understood accurately.
Essentials of communication dos
Essentials of communication don’ts
Do not instantly react and mutter something in anger.Do not use technical terms & terminologies not understood by majority of people.Do not speak too fast or too slow.Do not speak in inaudible surroundings, as you won’t be heard.
Essentials of communication don’ts
Do not assume that every body understands you.While listening do not glance here and there as it might distract the speaker.Do not interrupt the speaker.Do not jump to the conclusion that you have understood every thing.
Improve on you topic of discussion,Practice meditation & good thoughts.Think and speak.Do not speak too fast.Use simple vocabulary.Do not speak only to impress someone.Look presentable and confident.
How to Improve Existing Level ofCOMMUNICATION?
Improving Body Language - Tips
Keep appropriate distance Touch only when appropriate Take care of your appearance Maintain eye contact Smile genuinely
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And Please Remember That the Communication Intent is:
Get the right message to the right people at the right time
…in the new global and diverse workplace requires
excellent communication skills!
Success for YOU…
Please feel free to ask any questions
Malika Haddad
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