The
Talent of Communication
“The art
of communication is the language of leadership.”
~ James
Humes
When it
comes to communicating, it takes time and patience to practice this unique art
form. Every relationship we have and each step we take in our career
should require us to make decisions about how we approach specific
conversations. Most of us don’t realize how old habits can ruin a
conversation. Understand a few reliable practices to effectively
communicate with anyone you encounter.
During a conversation
with someone you’re trying to engage, it’s important to understand that you
should not begin every thought and sentence with “I”. Listening is
often said to be the best communication skill. Eye contact and engagement are
the physical positions of strength that should be practiced gaining comfort and
familiarity with your audience.
Your
choice of words, of course, is also important when communicating with others.
Filler words like “um, like and just” can make you sound lazy and uninterested
in the conversation. Sometimes we say these words out of habit or nerves, try
to add a pause in your conversation to replace the use of these filler words.
Conversational
style at company events is very important when trying to advance your career.
Plan ahead with your subject matter by thinking about some thought provoking
questions you can ask during a one on one conversation. These questions should
be interesting, memorable and grab the attention of people around you. Be
confident in your questions and get ready for any type of response back.
Solid
communication skills can either make or break your reputation within your
business or organization. Understand a few steps to make your conversations
stronger while advancing your career. Being
an engaging and engaged individual will be a benefit to you.
Chairman/CEO
Vistage Florida
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