Hi guys, It’s me again- Julia.
This is my sixth challenges and today I want to share
with you about the enticing topic, that is relating to good communicator. Now let’s
get started.
I will tell you five successful practices of great communicators
1. They know what they are talking about
Great communicators are competent and have vast knowledge about their areas of
expertise. They are prepared to show people that their communication is
valuable. Great communicators appreciate the time people spend listening to them
and interacting with them. Great communicators understand that people won't
listen--nor respect them--if they don't know what they are talking about. They
place high value on providing effective and authentic communication because they
want to keep an environment of respect and engagement.
2. They listen more than they speak
Great communicators listen more than they speak. They won't dominate a
discussion or a presentation. Great communicators frequently ask questions to give
people an opportunity to share their knowledge and express their opinions. Great
communicators give themselves permission to listen to others; in this way, they
understand what people are thinking. They know how to balance speaking and
listening effectively. This makes people feel that what they say truly matters.
3. They focus on understanding what people say
Great communicators don't spend time preparing brilliant answers in mind when
someone is speaking. Instead, great communicators ask questions to clarify things
and to make sure that people understand what others are saying. They focus
intensely on understanding what people are communicating; otherwise, they find
themselves arguing and losing focus. They continually check their understanding
to avoid miscommunications, misunderstandings, and assumptions.
4. They pay attention to nonverbal communication
Great communicators are aware that what people say isn't the most important thing
in their communication. Great communications acknowledge the power of
nonverbal communication and keep an eye on the tone of voice, body language,
and facial expressions of people. They know that nonverbal communication speaks
louder than verbal communication; they listen with their eyes and ears, and pay
attention to people's posture, hand movements, and eye contact because these also
send very powerful messages.
5. They are aware of misunderstandings
Great communicators realize that in any communication the room for
misunderstanding is always present. Great communicators also watch for
alignment of words, message, tone of voice, and body language. If any of these
verbal and nonverbal communication aspects lack consistency, communication
becomes a disaster. This is generally an overlooked factor that can be easily
prevented.
That is end of my talk, please give me any advices to help me improve more in te
future.