Category Archives: Improve Your Communication Skills

Communication skills were ranked the number one quality sought after by employers. Yet, communication skills are often overlooked as something to develop as an employee since many believe that communication skills are something you either have or don’t have. The truth is, good communication skills can be learned and implemented by anyone willing to put forth a little effort. Learn how by reading the following articles on leadership communication.

#1 Communication Competency
Be Clear & Concise

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90% of all business transactions involve communication

Recent research has suggested that written and verbal communication is involved in 90% of all business transactions. Whether you’re just making small talk or closing the biggest deal of your corporate career, the art of communicating clearly and effectively is one area of executive presence that should not be taken lightly or, even worse, overlooked. It’s key to becoming a great boss—or succeeding at any level.

At its most fundamental level, effective communication is the exchange of thoughts, information, ideas, and messages between people or groups. But it’s not communication unless the transmission is understood. Communication can happen verbally, nonverbally, in writing, and through behavior as well as by listening and using feedback.

No matter who or what audience you must address, the art of communication can be a daunting task.

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Ask For What You Want at Work & Get It

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Many people don’t ask for what they want at work. They erroneously believe that their company is automatically rigid and inflexible when it comes to dealing with employees and their problems. When they have an issue, their first thought is often to leave, instead of making an effort to work with their company toward a resolution.

While it is true that many companies have a fairly strict set of rules and regulations, there are always exceptions. Don’t just assume that your company isn’t willing to work with you on a mutually satisfactory resolution. They often want to help you get what you want at work. All you need to do is ask.

Here’s 4 Ways to Ask For What You Want at Work so You Can Get it. Find Someone You Trust.

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