Communication

Children need to know that they are wanted and loved. As parents, we know what it is like to be a child, but as children, they do not know what it is like to be a parent or an adult,…
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The value of positive words is immeasurable. Which of these two statements would you prefer to hear? ” Everything is going to be okay!”, or , ” Don’t look like anythings going to work out for you!” Such a big difference…
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Many of us, at some time or other in our lives, may receive feedback, ask for it or have to offer feedback to someone else. It could be yourself wanting feedback if, for example, you have been unsuccessful in a…
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When I studied communication in graduate school, I learned that 93 percent of communication is nonverbal. That’s right. Most of what we tell others is relayed in ways other than words: our facial expressions, our posture, our tone of voice…
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First thing is know the host, yes the person throwing the party. Reason being is that most people showed up because this person is having a party. Even if you don’t know the host and your just a random party…
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Feedback is giving a second opinion. Good feedback helps a person step back from their work or behavior and view it through someone else’s eyes. So the more clearly and precisely you can communicate your experience, the more impact your…
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Making small talk when you meet somebody for the first time is partly ritual, partly a social game, but it is essential for establishing rapport. Get it right and you pave the way for harmonious relationships, get it wrong and…
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Patience is a trait I’ve never been good with. My grandpa was never a patient person, which I believe is where I’ve picked up this wonderful trait. I think you have to walk a fine line on this, when it…
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Giving and receiving regular feedback in our personal and professional relationships helps us to understand our strengths and target our weaknesses. Knowing how to give impactful feedback is a valuable skill that will help others to grow and to be…
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When you are employed by someone, it can be very intimidating to communicate with him or her. You know that this person holds your income, your career, your advancement, in the palm of his or her hand. Essentially, they hold…
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Today’s demanding fast pace combined with a desire to be accepted by others can leave you tired and frustrated. A look into your daily schedule for any unnecessary to do’s and one tiny word is sure to bring relief. Try…
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The surefire way to get noticed at a party is to plant the biggest, most sincere smile on your face when you enter the door.  Keep that smile throughout the party and flash your pearly whites to everyone who meets…
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Establishing and maintaining eye contact is an essential element in communicating effectively. It is a courtesy which implies that a person has an interest in the topic being discussed, and contributes to a more active listening process. There is a…
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Communicating has many variants, patience being one of them when needed, but there is much more. Good communication is made even better by performing a quick study of who your listener is and adapting accordingly. Whether on the phone or…
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There are times in our lives when there is something that will not make us happy and we will want to complain about our experience. It can be anything from bad customer service at a store to dissatisfaction about a…
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For reasons of safety and to ensure honorable exchange, online etiquette is a necessity. Every person online becomes the persona they choose to present. So, the cyberworld is one that inevitably encourages fantasy and deception. Following are some guidelines to…
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We have all heard the old saying that ‘patience is a virtue’. In order to communicate, it is surely the key that opens the way. Writing to communicate takes more dedication than patience, and it’s a one directional flow of…
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For some people the art of saying “no” can be a difficult task to master. The feeling that they may be letting someone down, or producing the undesirable effect of making themselves appear unhelpful, can be overwhelming. Learning how to…
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Effective communication is an art form. It is learned by taking the time to listen rather than being heard, it takes years to master and for many never mastered at all. Many people think they are great listeners but in…
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How does one begin to understand the emotions, the social standing, the commands and the questions, being expressed by you to others, and vice versa, even when the “message” being conveyed is nonverbal (or unspoken?) 1.  Begin to learn, by…
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How would you rate your ability to show regret for your sins? Do you tend to mistreat others or screw up in your dealings with them often? If so, it is helpful to make amends in an effective manner. By…
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What is the key to effective communication? There is not just one key, but several important items that go into effectively communicating a message from one person to another. Whether it be in a work setting, or in a family…
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You don’t have to learn the new language of the internet in order to communicate online, but it sure helps to know some of these new ways to say things. It also is handy to use emoticons to express some…
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The Primary Tip for Basic Online Communication The world’s boundaries have significantly altered with the oceans breeched by online communication. These days we associate with people from around the world with a single keystroke. With the introduction of voice protocol…
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Nonverbal communication is very important in understanding the full meaning of any verbal communication. Understanding nonverbal communication is an art and takes some time and practice. There are some simple tips that you can begin to use with your friends….
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We often waste time at meetings that seem to be going nowhere simply because we cannot come to a consensus about certain important decisions. When such situations arise, assertiveness will not only allow us to all go home earlier for…
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Which is more important: Verbal communication or non verbal communication? Many problems in relationships stem from one person or both persons reading the wrong signals. Just like the peacock who displays a wonderful, colorful tail to attract a mate, there…
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Communication actually sounds like a very easy task. However, it can also be very difficult, especially in work-related matters. You indeed need excellent communication skills for personal encouragement and conflict resolution at work, and to achieve that you need to…
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Writing is a job (or hobby) that is always open to criticism but that doesn’t have to be a negative trait. Open any newspaper and you’ll find comments on the success stories such as JK Rowling, and many of the…
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Assertiveness is sometimes confused with aggressiveness and there is a point at which the two might meet and even overlap a little bit. Essentially, aggression suggests attacking and violence. It is a word used for war. In its more positive…
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