Week 4 IP Assignment For Proff_Bradford ONLY
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communications__power_point.pptxHow to Improve Communication Skills
Name:
John Terrell King
Introduction
Effective communication is an important life skill
Most people fail to put an effort into
Sometimes one convey messages unaware
Better conversation and passing of the intended message
Effective communication is the solution
Body Language
Avoid crossing arms
Look up and not the phone
Maintain eye contact
Adopt a power pose
Conversation Fillers
The words are awkward
Avoid words like “um”, “ah” or “like”
Stand upright and do not pocket
Relax and pause before speaking
Conversation Destructors
Avoid using phone during a conversation
It is annoying and disrespectful
It can lead to interpretation that you are bored or not interested
Concentration is necessary in order to understand the other person
Conclusion
Effective communication can be achieved by:
Listen attentively
Avoiding interruptions
Maintaining eye contact
The message intended be to conveyed dictates the way of communication
ANY QUESTIONS?
References
Decker, B. (1989). How to communicate effectively. Kogan Page.
Stearns, J. (2013). How to Communicate Effectively.
