Communication Styles in the Workplace Can Increase Productivity by 25% (Quiz)

Communication is the essential way in which we share knowledge, thoughts, ideas, values, etc. Within an organization the ability to communicate well differentiates those who can reach the highest levels of management and those who can't. The higher one moves up the organization in terms of position, the more people they need to influence, and in turn the stronger the communication skills needed. Below you will find a few tips on communication that I thought might be beneficial. 

This is an interesting read on how communication can improve workplace productivity by as much as 25% Mastering the Art of Communication

Tips:

-Listen so that you understand the message, purpose, and goal. 

-Think before answering. Ability to self-reflect.

-Be clear and concise in your communication. Your essential points should provide direction to employees.

-Provide the level of detail needed to get the point across without confusing the goal.

-Reflect on conversations because new knowledge can come.

-Understand the goal and perspective of the person. 

-Because communication is recipricol you want to encourage feedback.

-Consider cultural differences in communication.

-Follow up with people when needed to close a loop. Complete a conversation.

-Unless necessary, avoid emotional quick responses. Emotional Intelligence.

-Beware of anchoring. Different perspectives, backgrounds, symbolisms, context, etc. change what is understood within communication.

-Consider helpful behaviors and demeanor to create the right flavor of communication.

-Have situational awareness.

-Seek to create improve quality and depth of conversation.

-Understand different personalities and how they interepret information. Try and relay information in ways they can process.

-Seek to create agreement and concensus. 

A Quiz:

There is a test where you can review your own communication style. There is no right or wrong but more or less what reflects your style. There are natural strengths and weaknesses in each style under different situations.

Communication Styles in the Workplace (Quiz)

Me? I'm intuitive and like the big picture and ideas. I could struggle with process. However, generally as I get older I get much better with process and understand when processes are helpful and when they deter creativity. There are times to be free form and times to follow a logical process. Understanding when each is necessary can increase creativity as well as further useful structure.