The term “You” here refers to your team. We need to understand that in all our conversations, the people involved are vital aspects of a winning communication method. Though you introduce the idea of how things are done, it is actually they, who implement and achieve it and complete the communication cycle. It is very crucial that you minimize “I” and “Me” verbiage here and focus on “You” for a better and long lasting results. For instance, phrases like:
I want you to do this
in order to increase your performance… can be replaced by
Doing this, you will see
a definite growth in your performance…
Similar small changes
to your day to day communication style, will help your team, understand the significance
of your conversations, and do their best to achieve. Hence the beautiful quote:
"The
art of communication is the language of leadership”. — James Humes.
Communication can be briefly
explained as a process of exchange or flow of information and ideas from one person
to another. When we say it is an exchange, it implies that it needs to be an
arrangement that requires both the parties participate to complete and attain success
towards information exchange. Else, it does not fulfill the objective. Communication
plays a vital role in our day to day activities; it would be difficult to
imagine a world and its possibilities, without our ability to communicate
effectively. Needless to mention, it is paramount while working with a group of
people to attain a desired result. Verbal communication, eye contact, body
postures and gestures are few means of achieving it. We coordinate, coach, counsel and supervise
using this ability.
I will not stress the importance
of communication further, as I am sure most of you, already are fully aware of
it. However, we will discuss the finer elements of communication, that are relevant,
in fact compelling factors that make our conversations with people more
productive. Having a great thought is important, sharing it with others to achieve
results is even more important. A great quote:
“You
can have brilliant ideas, but if you can't get them across, your ideas won't
get you anywhere”. — Lee Iacocca.
Further, on finer
elements of an effective communication process within a team, it should be
devoid of certain barriers both physical and psychological. These are things
that we need to bear in mind while communicating with a team. Things that form
physical barriers may be background noise, accent, and clarity in our speech
that includes speed. Psychological barriers may constitute our perception,
distraction, assumption and we being biased. In our attempt of communicating
with the team, ignoring the said barriers sometimes defeats the sole purpose of
it. An interesting quote to remember:
“The
way we communicate with others and with ourselves ultimately determines the
quality of our lives” - Anthony Robbins.
Together, focusing on
the importance of “You” which is your team; and crossing the discussed hurdles
will ensure, that you successfully set up and fulfill a great communication cycle,
with your conversations always. Proving once again:
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