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Effective Communication: 

Effective Communication

Overview : 

Overview Functions of Communication The Communication Process Communication Fundamentals Key Communication Skills

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What is Communication?

Functions of Communication: 

Functions of Communication Control Motivation Emotional Expression Information

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Most common ways we communicate Spoken Word Written Word Visual Images Body Language

It is believed that we spend 80% of our time communicating. This is distributed as follows:: 

It is believed that we spend 80% of our time communicating. This is distributed as follows: 9% Writing 16% Reading 30% Speaking 45% Listening

Communication Process Model: 

Receiver Decode message Encode feedback Form feedback Sender Form message Encode message Decode feedback Transmit Message Transmit Feedback Receive encoded message Receive feedback Noise Communication Process Model

Communication Network: 

Communication Network COMMUNICATION NETWORK FORMAL INFORMAL Upward Downward Horizontal Grapevine

Formal Communication: 

Formal Communication Advantages Maintenance of Authority and Accountability Intimate Relations Authenticity of matter communicated Uniformity of Information Well established and planned. Focused on a Company’s strategy and direction

Communication Fundamentals: 

Communication Fundamentals Direction: Downward Upward Horizontal Networks: Formal vs. Informal

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Direction of Organizational Communication Upward Comm. DOWNWARD COMM Horizontal Comm.

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Direction of Organizational Communication Downward From supervisor to subordinate Job instructions Information on organization policies Performance feedback Inform associates about the organization’s goals and changes

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Direction of Organizational Communication Upward From subordinate to supervisor Grievance procedures Departmental meetings Participation in decisions And others Upward communication may be necessary to Monitor the effectiveness of decisions Provide information Maintain associate morale Ensure that jobs are being done properly

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Direction of Organizational Communication Horizontal Between associates at the same level Facilitates coordination among organizational units May arise from integrating positions (boundary-spanning positions) 360-degree performance feedback

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Interpersonal Communication Direct verbal or nonverbal interaction between two or more active participants Formal vs. informal issues Informal includes spontaneous interactions Informal may reach more associates Informal can help build cohesion and friendship among associates Informal may include untrue rumors and gossip

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Communication Media Effective managers use richer media when Message becomes more equivocal Message is more important They need to present a positive self-image Face-to-face Formal numerical text Formal written text Personal written text Electronic messaging Telephone Do you know which media are richer? Least rich Richest

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Do you sometimes get distracted when communicating with others ?

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Communication Barriers Communication message True understanding Communication barriers Information overload Noise Time pressures Network breakdowns Information distortion Cross-cultural barriers Organizational Barriers Individual Barriers Differing perceptions Semantic differences Status differences Consideration of self-interest Personal space Poor listening skills

Is it Important ?: 

Is it Important ? Yes! Yes! Yes!

Key Communication Skills: 

Key Communication Skills Listening Skills Feedback Skills

Basic Communication Skills Profile: 

Basic Communication Skills Profile ________________________________________________ Type Order Learned Extent Used Extent Taught ____________________________________________ Listening First First Fourth Speaking Second Second Third Reading Third Third Second Writing Fourth Fourth First

Active Listening Process and Strategies: 

Active Listening Process and Strategies ACTIVE LISTENING SENSING •Postpone evaluation • Avoid interruptions • Maintain interest EVALUATING • Empathize • Organize information RESPONDING • Show interest • Clarify the message

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The HURIER Model: Components of Effective Listening EFFECTIVE LISTENING HEARING (paying careful attention to what is being said) UNDERSTANDING ( comprehending the message being sent) REMEMBERING (being able to recall the message being sent) RESPONDING (replying to the sender, letting him/her know you are paying attention) EVALUATING (not immediately passing judgment on the message being sent) INTERPRETING (not reading anything into the message the sender is communicating)

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LISTENING SKILLS WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO REALLY LISTEN?

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Hearing Vs Listening Hearing – Physical process, natural, passive Listening – Physical as well as mental process, active, learned process, a skill Listening is hard. You must choose to participate in the process of listening.

Stages of the Listening Process: 

Stages of the Listening Process Hearing Focusing on the message Comprehending and interpreting Analyzing and Evaluating Responding Remembering

Listening: 

Listening Level of Attentiveness Non listener Passive listener Semi-active listener Active listener

The Listening Process: 

The Listening Process Hearing Filtering Interpreting Recalling

How to Be an Effective Listener: 

How to Be an Effective Listener What You Do about Listening ? Take notes effectively Establish eye contact with the speaker Be a physically involved listener Avoid negative mannerisms Exercise your listening muscles Follow the Golden Rule

THE 6 P’S OF LISTENING: 

THE 6 P’S OF LISTENING PREPARING – setting your mind to the task of being an active listener PERCEIVING – recognizing when blocking ours. Blocking is a barrier that interferes with objective listening PARTICIPATING – focusing your thoughts on the task of listening well while you are receiving information PROCESSING – thinking about information you hear to try to make sense of it PROBING – asking questions to help you understand and process information that you hear PERSONALIZING – fitting information you hear into your own needs and goals framework so that it becomes “yours”

Barriers to Listening: 

Barriers to Listening Physical Distractions Mental Distractions Health Concerns Nonverbal Distractions Inappropriate Timing Ineffective Speech Characteristics

Advantages of Effective Listening: 

Advantages of Effective Listening Develop better attitude Improve relationships with others Gain support from others Learn about minor problem before they become major ones

Developing Effective Feedback Skills: 

Developing Effective Feedback Skills Focus on specific behaviours Keep feedback impersonal Keep feedback goal oriented Make feedback well timed Ensure understanding Direct feedback toward behaviour that is controllable by the recipient

Verbal Communication: 

Verbal Communication In Verbal Communication we have to remember the : P PITCH I INTONATION C CLARITY T TONE U UNDERSTANDING R RATE E ENUNCIATION

Non Verbal dimension: 

Non Verbal dimension Be aware of the impact of non verbal communication Actions Speak louder than words

NON VERBAL COMMUNICATION: 

NON VERBAL COMMUNICATION a message without words (although it often is accompanied by words)

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The words we use Actions, vocal qualities, and activities that typically accompany a verbal message Verbal Communication Nonverbal Communication

Characteristics of nonverbal communications: 

Characteristics of nonverbal communications The nonverbal communication can be unintentional A nonverbal communication may be more honest than a verbal one Nonverbal communication makes, or helps to make, a first impression Nonverbal communication is always present

Functions of Nonverbal Communication: 

Functions of Nonverbal Communication Substitute Complement Contradict Verbal Communication

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When nonverbal and verbal contradict, we tend to accept the nonverbal inference.

Message not expressed or sent in words : 

Message not expressed or sent in words Gestures, Postures, Facial expression

First Impressions: 

F irst I mpressions ” E verytime we initiate communication. someone, has taken in our appearance, Registered our enthusiasm and sincerety Noted our tone of voice and processed all into nonverbal message.

Self-Presentation: 

Self-Presentation What message do you wish to send with your choice of clothing and personal grooming? Microsoft Photo

Clothing:: 

Clothing: Clothing – Affects what people think about status, affiliation, norms and conformity. Uniforms – military, school. Identifies you with a particular organization. Occupational – nurses, police officer, business suits. Clothing employees are expected to wear, not as strict as uniform. Leisure clothing – jeans, sweatshirts. People exert their personal identities here. Costumes – hats, boots, etc. Highly individualized dress.

Body Adornment: 

Body Adornment Hair Color and Style Make-up Tattoos Piercing Jewelry

Projecting a Powerful Image: 

Projecting a Powerful Image How would you like to sound? How would you like to look? How did you look &sound ? The name of the difference is the “image gap” Projecting an image that is consistent with the person you want to be significantly improves your ability to develop trust &rapport

Image can be critical to your success: 

Image can be critical to your success Name a: Singer Politician Businessman

Projecting a Powerful Image: 

Projecting a Powerful Image Total image consists of: The first impressions you project The depth of your knowledge The breadth of your knowledge Your enthusiasm.

Non Verbal Communication: 

Non Verbal Communication Facial expressions Eye movements Head movements Hand movements Posture Way of talking Closeness Body contact

Kinds of Body Language: 

Kinds of Body Language Para linguistics Kinesics Postures Proxemics Haptics Appearance Chronemics Oculesics

Para linguistics : 

Para linguistics Refers to Vocal Communication Consists of: Pitch Tone of Voice Vocally produced noises Pause Volume Rate of Speech

Inflection changes and meaning: 

Inflection changes and meaning Inflected Sentences I did not say Bill stole your car I did not say Bill stole your car I did not say Bill stole your car I did not say Bill stole your car I did not say Bill stole your car I did not say Bill stole your car I did not say Bill stole your car Meaning Someone else said Bill stole your car I deny I said Bill stole your car I implied that Bill stole your car Someone else stole your car He borrowed your car Bill stole someone else’s car Bill stole something else of yours

Kinesics: 

Kinesics

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Facial Expressions Angry Lower eyebrow, stare intensely Fear Round eyes, open mouth Disgust Wrinkled nose, lowered eyelids Surprise Raised eyebrows, wide open eyes, open mouth Happiness Round eyes, smiles, raised cheeks

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NONVERBAL BEHAVIOR INTERPRETATION Brisk, erect walk Confidence Standing with hands at waist Readiness, aggression Sitting with legs crossed, foot kicking slightly Boredom Sitting, legs apart Open, relaxed Arms crossed Defensiveness Walking with hands in pockets, shoulders hunched Dejection Hand to cheek Evaluation, thinking Touching, slightly rubbing nose Rejection, doubt, lying Rubbing the eye Doubt, disbelief Hands clasped behind back Anger, frustration, apprehension Locked ankles Apprehension

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Head resting in hand, eyes downcast Boredom Rubbing hands Anticipation Sitting with hands clasped behind head, legs crossed Confidence, superiority Open palm Sincerity, openness, innocence Pinching bridge of nose, eyes closed Negative evaluation Tapping or drumming fingers Impatience Patting/fondling hair Lack of self-confidence; insecurity Tilted head Interest Stroking chin Trying to make a decision Looking down, face turned away Disbelief Biting nails Insecurity, nervousness Pulling or tugging at ear Indecision

Gestures: 

Gestures Openness, Confidence Open hands Eye contact Smile, leaning forward, relaxed Standing straight Indifference Legs crossed Shaking one foot Glancing at exit Yawning Fidget

What does this symbol mean to you?: 

What does this symbol mean to you? In the United States it is a symbol for good job In Germany the number one In Japan the number five In Ghana an insult In Malaysia the thumb is used to point rather than a finger

Proxemics - how we use the space around us - our environment : 

Proxemics - how we use the space around us - our environment Intimate distance , up to 18”, is appropriate for private conversations between close friends. Personal distance , from 18”- 4’, is the space in which casual conversation occurs. Social distance , from 4’ – 12’, is where impersonal business such as job interviews is conducted. Public distance is anything more than 12’

Oculesics: 

Oculesics Eye Communication The Gaze! Duration of Eye Contact Direction of Eye Contact Microsoft Image

Eye Contact: 

Eye Contact The majority of people in the United States and other Western cultures expect people to look them in the eye when communicating. Microsoft Photo

Eye Contact: 

Eye Contact Japanese direct their gaze to a position around the Adam’s apple. Chinese, Indonesians, and Mexicans lower their eyes as a sign of deference. Arabs look intently into others’ eyes showing keen interest. Microsoft Photo

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Functions of the Eyes - Avoidance Maintain Privacy Signal Lack of Interest Block Unpleasant Stimuli Microsoft Image

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Eye Communication - Pupil Dilation Dilated Pupils More Attractive Pupil Size Reveals Level of Emotional Arousal

Haptics: 

Haptics Study of touch as nonverbal communication Includes Handshake A pat on shoulder Shaking hands Holding hands Pat on the back

Chromatics: Effect of time in communication: 

Chromatics: Effect of time in communication How do we manage and react to others’ management of time duration activity punctuality Microsoft Photo

Time Chronemics = the study of time Emphasis on Past, Present, or Future Cultural Time Perspectives Monochronemic - fixed Polychronemic – not fixed Microsoft Image

Furniture placement and non verbal communication in the office: 

Furniture placement and non verbal communication in the office “I am the boss, but let’s talk.” “Forget I am the boss, let’s talk.” “I am the boss!”

Do…….: 

Do……. Relax your shoulders Nod when you are listening Don’t slouch, sit up straight Lean, but not too much

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Don’t touch your face Keep your head up Slow down a bit Don’t stand too close Don’t…

Don’t……: 

Don’t…… Don’t touch your face Keep your head up Slow down a bit Don’t stand too close

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Smile!! “ You are not completely dressed until your wear a smile ".