An individual should be aware about to do effective communication with others. The ability to communicate effectively is not everyone’s cup of tea. Yet, it is one of the most important skills of life to learn. Communication skills are arguably some of the most important to success and happiness in work and life. They are fundamental to connecting, relating, getting your point across, getting your needs met and supporting others. Enhance your communication skills with the following process:
1. Be an active listener: Before thinking about what to speak, listen to what the person is saying, carefully. You’ll effortlessly get to know about how to respond to it which will ultimately help you to enhance your communication skills.
2. Think before you speak: You should always think before what you’re going to say. You can take a pause before speaking amidst thinking about what you’re going to say. This will even help you avoid the repeat of certain words such as “like, umm, ah, etc.” and you’ll be fluent in your communication.
3. Body Language: Your body language plays an active role in your communication skills. Always keep your body straight while talking because this will show your confidence. Show that you’re engaged by making eye contact, nodding and reacting to what the other person is saying.
4. Show Empathy: Try to empathize with the other person. Think about the other person’s problem as your problem and understand their perspective. This will help you build stronger relationships and communicate more effectively.
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5. Observe and Learn: Observe and learn from people who have better communication skills than you. This will give you broader idea and understanding of how to enhance your communication skills.
6. Adapt to Your Audience: Understand your audience well and try to adapt yourself with the environment. Tailor your message in the language that suits the best with the person you’re communicating with. In professional setup, use formal language to convey seriousness. On the other hand, when talking to your friends or peers, a more casual tone is appropriate.
7. Be Clear and Concise: Avoid repeating your message or giving unnecessary details. Provide enough information to describe your message clearly and precisely. If you’re writing your message then, check or read your message before sending it to prevent misunderstandings and ensure that you’re addressing all points.
8. Ask for Feedback: Always ask for feedback to avoid misinterpretation. This will give a better idea about what words to avoid that does not provide the right message to your audience.
9. Talk Slowly: Whenever you have to explain anything, try to go slowly. This will help you to express yourself more effectively. Keep yourself calm while talking and avoid being over-expressive.
10. Take time to respond: Before responding in a conversation, take some time to think properly about the speaker’s opinion and then reply. This will show that you’re genuinely interested in that person and understood them properly. Also, it will give you little time to respond.
