Present Day Importance of Strong Communication Skills
Present Day Importance of Strong Communication Skills
The two-way process that we call communication, is a natural skill. In life we have grown accustomed to talking; which is why talking is a natural act for people. Even though we all have these natural skills, some people use their communication expertise in an effective way than other individuals. I have taken the liberty of stepping outside of my body and viewing my communication skills as others would have viewed it.
I rarely use communication effectively as most people. I lack the amount of vocabulary needed to describe things pragmatically. If I used descriptive words as frequently as other people, I would not have this problem. I realize that I tend to talk about unimportant things. I get off topic when I am in a group discussion. Everyone has to know everything about me, my family and friends, or what I saw the other day. It just does not matter what anyone says to me because my story is better and has to be heard. On the other hand, I do speak of mostly positive subjects.
Looking at myself through a stranger’s perspective, I realize that I frown a lot when I am listening. I smile only when I speak of something funny. I make strange faces when I talk of things that make me mad. I have a tendency to not look people directly in the eye when I talk. When people are talking to me I try not to stare at them. I nod my head up and down when I think that I have heard enough of some one talking to me about instructions.
Mrs. Cotton has taught me that it is not all about me; listening is also a part of communication. I need to use complicated words instead of simple words. Feedback is a very important part of the communication process. Improving my communication skills will make me a better person. In order to excel in life I will need to improve on my communication skills. The people I talk to will have a better understanding of what I am talking about.
I am anxiously awaiting more advice and teachings for the effective art of communication. I hope I will be able to have successful conversations with educated people without fearing my lack of vocabulary words. I plan on being able to give efficient details to anyone that...