M5 : EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION IN WORKPLACE SETTING Flashcards
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One of the key factors to make an organization successful, to enable members of an organization to function and accomplish tasks efficiently and productively is
EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION
DIFFERENT FORMS OF COMMUNICATION IN THE WORKPLACE SETTING:
ORAL COMMUNICATION
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
VISUAL COMMUNICATION
It can be face-to-face, over the telephone, via Skype Zoom, etc. This form of communication highly includes nonverbal cues, especially during face-to-face interactions.
ORAL COMMUNICATION
Whether it is an email, memo, a report, a Facebook post, a Tweet, a contract, etc. all forms of written communication have the same goal to disseminate information in a clear and concise manner.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
This includes information in graphs, tables, brochures, images, videos, etc. which are highly utilized in the workplace
VISUAL COMMUNICATION
has become an essential form of communication in the workplace that can cater the 3 forms of communication.
DIGITAL COMMUNICATION
TIPS FOR EFFECTIVE WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION (FREMONT UNIVERSITY, 2021)
- COMMUNICATE FACE-TO-FACE WHENEVER POSSIBLE
- PROVIDE CLEAR INFORMATION
- COMBINE VERBAL AND NON-VERBAL COMMUNICATION
- DON’T JUST HEAR - LISTEN.
- ASK QUESTIONS
- HANDLE CONFLICTS WITH DIPLOMACY
- REFRAIN FROM GOSSIP
- AVOID BEING PERSONAL WITH YOUR COLLEAGUES
- AVOID DISCUSSING CONTROVERSIAL TOPICS
- OFFER POSITIVE FEEDBACK
it is easier to decipher the meaning behind what a person says when communicating face-to-face.
COMMUNICATE FACE-TO-FACE WHENEVER POSSIBLE
Plan your communication to ensure that you are passing along the correct information and the right amount so those you are communicating with understand what you are saying.
PROVIDE CLEAR INFORMATION
be mindful that your verbal and nonverbal messages are in agreement. If you are trying to convey approval of something your co-worker has said
COMBINE VERBAL AND NON-VERBAL COMMUNICATION
Listening is an important communication skill that many people do not possess. // This will reduce the likelihood of conflict and will help you become a more effective communication
DON’T JUST HEAR - LISTEN.
Asking questions not only shows you were listening, but also confirms that you understood the other person
ASK QUESTIONS
If you feel someone misunderstood something you communicated, talk to him or her about it as soon as possible.
HANDLE CONFLICTS WITH DIPLOMACY
If your co-workers have a habit of gossiping about others in the office, simply listen and smile, and get back to work.
REFRAIN FROM GOSSIP
be aware of disclosing too much personal information to the people you work with. Aim to be friendly, yet professional.
AVOID BEING PERSONAL WITH YOUR COLLEAGUES
try to keep the topic of conversation in the workplace neutral. Refrain from discussing politics or other controversial topics in the office to prevent offending anyone
AVOID DISCUSSING CONTROVERSIAL TOPICS
If your co-worker performs a task well, tell him or her. Providing positive feedback is a great way to improve workplace communication.
OFFER POSITIVE FEEDBACK