April 2010 |
Hi Todd,
In a typical conversation, there can be many different messages:
- What you mean to say...
- What you actually say...
- What the other person hears...
- What the other person thinks he hears...
- What the other person says...
- What you think the other person says...
It's no wonder why communication problems exist at every level
and in every organization!
That's why this issue of Innovations is dedicated to communication.
You will find great advice to help you become a more effective
communicator and get better results from your team.
I hope you enjoy these articles!
Best regards,
PrideStaff Modesto
PrideStaff - Modesto
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INNOVATIVE IDEAS
Be Aware of Your Non-Verbal Cues
Did you know that verbal communication makes up only 7%
of a total message during a personal conversation?
That means that 93% percent of the meaning we convey to others
comes from things beyond the words we use.
In most companies, corporate communication could be better
labeled, "corporate miscommunication!" From formal written
documents to casual conversations, conflicting messages lead
to employee discontent--or even legal liability!
In this quick read, you'll find four ways you can close the gap
between what is said and what is actually experienced.
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BEST PRACTICES
Become a CLO (Chief Listening Officer)
In a recent article in Forbes Magazine, John Ryan wrote:
"We need to be the chief listening officers in our
organizations--every day." With so many things
(i.e. Blackberries, meetings, emails) competing for
our attention, we often don't take the time to stop
and really listen to what our employees and colleagues
are telling us.
In this article, you'll discover six simple things you can
do to become a better listener.
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