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Known as verbal communication, is the exchange of verbal messages between sender and receiver.
Oral communication
Known as verbal communication, is the exchange of verbal messages between sender and receiver.
A choice between oral and written communication is guided by considering the suitability, purpose and nature of the subject of communication.
The nature of the spoken word: converse slowly with semantic pauses. Fluency
Consider the objective Interest level of the receiver Be sincere Use simple language Brief and precise Give full facts Use polite words and tone Cut out insulting message Allow time to respond Say something interesting and pleasing to the recipient.
Conversation control
It involves skills of listening and talking in a positive and meaningful way at an appropriate time. It includes Techniques of changing the direction of conversation smoothly The ability to allow a discussion without interruption.
Types of conversation
Parallel conversation - The two parallel statements cannot meet and ,therefore, cannot be linked together. Sequential conversation - There is a logical link between the statements made by the speaker and listener.
Summarizing
Able recognize, analyze, and evaluate what the other person said. It is to pick out the central thought, the main theme or the essential idea. Summarizing is of great value and is the skill most needed for negotiating or solving a problem. Ex: Between superior and subordinates
Effective presenter
Try to present facts, not opinions Keep the listeners interest in mind Support argument with suitable examples Ask for feedback and answer questions honestly Keep to the point
The chairperson A person whose role is to direct and conduct the proceedings in an orderly manner. Should be able to use his skills of controlling conversation by focusing on important issues and meaningful solutions.
To be assertive without being aggressive To use skill of assertive conversation To communicate with firmness, convey to the other person what you want why. Conversational attack and controlled response In business, rudeness and discourtesy should never be allowed to creep into communication Negotiating through conversation control It requires the skills of managing and controlling the interaction between two sides.
Meta communication
It is an implied meaning conveyed by the choice of words, tone of voice. It is a message communicated not through words, but along with words. It can be intentional or unintentional
Kinesic communication
It is a message conveyed through non- verbal acts. A non-verbal act is usually unconscious. It transmits the unstated feelings, attitude and hidden intentions of the speaker. Leakage A non- verbal movements conveyed through bodily movements is known as leakage. A successful receiver is able to observe and interpret the leakage.
Negative gestures
Signs of nervousness Gestures showing aggressiveness Gestures showing rudeness Gestures showing self importance Gestures showing lack of good sense Gestures showing superiority of position
Lateral gestures
Physical setting Dress clothes and shoes Personal space
Communication breakdown
To keen to talk about our own point of view Do not consider whether the other person is understanding Same point is being repeated
Lack of rapport
Harmony between speaker and listener Speaker and listener should be on the same wavelength The non-verbal language used by the speaker should reflect the body language of the other person.
Develop the habit of talking less and listening and observing more Do not dominate discussion Keep your natural pace of others Let your pace and the others be nearly the same Try to establish rapport between you and the other person during the first few minutes Do not introduce any controversial issue. Avoid harsh criticism Be tolerant of differences