Use this formula:
1. When you speak to people always smile.
2. Try to develop a genuine interest in the people you communicate with.
3. Try to understand people by finding out information about their aspirations, interests, hobbies, jobs, types of character, etc.
4. Make the conversation interesting to the other person
I will explain this formula now. People are very different. We are all individuals.
In order to communicate effectively we need to understand each other: sex, age, education, values, culture, aspirations, and many other things.
Very often women complain that their husbands do not understand them and vice versa. Why? Because the difference in sex leads to differences in many other areas.
Old people often do not understand the young because of the generation gap leading to differences in aspirations.
The rich do not understand the poor. I could continue the list.
What can help us to overcome communication barriers? In my opinion, good listening skills is the number one tool of successful communication. This skill is hard to master for many people. Often, when we talk to others, we do not have the patience to listen. We hear a few words and very quickly we start anticipating what the other person will say. We even try to finish their sentences which is not very helpful, particularly for the person who is talking.
What would be more effective? When listening to others pay attention to who you are speaking to. What do their vocabulary, intonation, and voice tell you about them?
Rather than commenting, judging or advising on what you are listening to, try to establish a rapport with the person by adjusting to their way. Try to find a common ground and avoid frictions and arguments that can lead to miscommunication and quarrels.
It is also very important to communicate your ideas and responses clearly. The app Get Rid of your Accent UK1 will help you with speech clarity and articulation.
The next step to becoming a successful communicator is to stress key messages and avoid speaking in a monotonous way. You can master it with the app Fluent English Speech.
Finally, if you would like to reach a high level in public speaking and influence your audience work on your voice modulation and use of pauses with the app Power, Pitch, Pace, Pause.
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