Keys to effective workplace communication

– Understanding your workplace—

You must know how your workplace functions to decide when to have a more sophisticated or informal approach.

– Active listening—

Active listening and being empathetic will ensure trust building.

Try to take criticism constructively.

– Precision—

Clarity, firmness, respectfulness, and straightforwardness are the hallmarks of good corporate communication.

– Control your body language—

Non-verbal cues are as important as verbal communication.

Keep a check of your posture and facial expressions at all times. This goes hand in hand with being self aware as well.

– Persuasion—

Persuading others to your way of thinking is vital at the beginning of the business relationship and throughout.

Ensure that you present solutions in a manner that addresses their interests.

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