5 WAYS TO IMPROVE WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION
In any workplace, communication is essential. You won't be able to communicate your ideas or get the help you need from others if you don't have it. That's why it's important to know how to improve communication in your workplace. Here are five suggestions:
- Make your voice heard! You don't have to be shy or afraid to speak up, but if you do, ask yourself if there's something you need help with or if there is something that needs discussing. If so, tell someone so they can offer their input and help you solve the problem.
- Listen attentively! While it may seem like nothing is happening around you, people are still talking about what they're doing and thinking about what needs to be done next. Listening will allow them to feel comfortable enough with sharing their thoughts, which will make them more likely to do so again later on down the line when things aren't quite so stressful or urgent (like when they need help with a particular project).
- Ask questions! Asking questions gives others an opportunity to share their knowledge about something and shows them that you're interested in learning more about It.
- Be succinct with your message! If you have a tendency to go on and on, try breaking up long-winded sentences into short ones. This can help people tune out what they don't need to hear, and help them focus on what they do want to hear instead!
- Make eye contact! Make sure that you are always looking at your colleague when you are speaking, even if it is just for a second. This can help you feel more confident in your communication with them, as well as reassure them that they are being heard and understood.