Today we are talking about a checklist of five items to consider when you want to be an even more effective communicator.
1. Are you giving the listener what he or she wants and needs? If someone asks you a question, do you give a full and complete answer or is the asker left with more questions?
2. Are you a problem solver for the person you’re talking with? If someone comes to you for an answer to a problem, be the problem-solver, or point that person in the direction of the person who is better-suited to answer their question.
3. Be mindful of the way in which you’re speaking to others. Don’t holler. Don’t stand too close. Don’t berate the speaker for his or her views if they differ from your own.
4. Be emotionally intelligent. Emotional intelligence is the way in which you “read the vibe of the room.” Be aware of how others are feeling and reacting to what you and others are saying. If you feel emotions rising, do what you can to defuse the situation and more effectively communicate.
5. Listening is key to be an effective communicator. Don’t let your thoughts wander when you’re speaking with someone. Be in the moment and give that person your undivided attention.
Are you a good listener? Are you an effective communicator? Do you believe your communication skills are furthering, or hurting your business endeavors? What will you integrate into your communication to enhance it, from this day forward? Now implement!
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I’m the author of many books, including, Excuses Don’t Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.
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Anne Bachrach
The Accountability Coach™
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