Post on 18-Dec-2015
“I broke up with John. We just can’t communicate anymore.”
“Office Communication system – computers, telephones, printers”
“Scientists study communication among ants and dolphins.”
COMMUNICATION“… the process of human beings
responding to the symbolic behavior of other persons.”
(Adler & Rodman, 2003, p.2)
TYPES OF COMMUNICATION
Intrapersonal CommunicationDyadic/Interpersonal CommunicationSmall group CommunicationPublic CommunicationMass Communication
Why do you need communication skills training?
Physical Needs – healthIdentity Needs – who am I?Social Needs – relax, have fun, belongPractical Needs – get what you want
# A survey of 400 employers identified “communication skills” as the top characteristic that employer seek in job candidates. More important than: technical competence, work experience, and academic background.
# A survey of 500 U.S. business stated that 90% personnel officials regards communication skills to be necessary for success in twenty-first century.
(Adler & Rodman, 2003)
COMMUNICATION MODEL
What do you need to be effective communicators?
Presenting ideas clearly in wordsBody language – non verbal behaviorsActive listeningResponding appropriately Seek common ground
What communication skills do you need to know?
Assertiveness skillsRapport-building skillsMaking a Speech SkillsGroup SkillsPresentation SkillsNegotiation Skills (not covered)Deal-making Skills (not covered)
COMMUNICATION COMPETENCE
There is no ‘ideal’ way to communicateCompetence is situationalCompetence is relationalCompetence can be learned
Characteristics of Competent Communicators
Know a wide range of behaviors Have the ability to choose the most appropriate behaviorsHave the skills to perform the behaviorsAble to take other’s perspective/empathyAble to analyze the behaviors of othersAble to self-monitor Have commitment to the relationship
Misconceptions about Communication
Communication does not always require complete understandingCommunication is not always a good thingNo single person or event causes another reactionCommunication will not solve all problemsMeaning rest in people, not wordsCommunication is not simpleMore communication is not always better