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Communication in Business
Ways To Improve Your Communication in Business
Why is communication important in business?
Communication in business is important to convey clear, strong messages about strategy, customer service and branding.Good communicators are vital to a business' profit margin and reputation.
Using effective communication skills can benefit a business and its employees in a variety of ways, including:
Building better teams
Preventing misunderstandings and conflicts
Improving customer service
Meeting goals and earning success
Promoting creativity and innovation
Advancing individual career prospects
There are four standard methods of business communication:
Nonverbal communication
Is the message we send and receive through behavior. Examples include body language, gestures, dress and facial expressions.
Written communication
Is what we deliver through print or digital media. Examples include emails, letters, memos, reports and other documentation.
Visual communication
Is the use of images or graphics to make an idea clear. Examples include charts, maps, infographics and videos.
Verbal communication
Is the use of your voice to convey an idea or speak an opinion. Examples include virtual meetings, phone calls and in-person conversations.
Communication Skills for Workplace Success
These are some of the top communication skills that recruiters and hiring managers want to see in your resume and cover letter.
Confidence
Confidence shows your co-workers that you believe in what you’re saying and will follow through.
Open-Mindedness
A good communicator should enter into any conversation with a flexible, open mind. Be open to listening to and understanding the other person's point of view
Friendliness
Through a friendly tone, a personal question, or simply a smile, you will encourage your co-workers to engage in open and honest communication with you.
Empathy
Even when you disagree with an employer, co-worker, or employee, it is important for you to understand and respect their point of view
Clarity and Concision
Good verbal communication means saying just enough—don’t talk too much or too little. Try to convey your message in as few words as possible.
Respect
People will be more open to communicating with you if you convey respect for them and their ideas.
Nonverbal Communication
Your body language, eye contact, hand gestures, and tone of voice all color the message you are trying to convey.
Feedback
Being able to give and receive feedback appropriately is an important communication skill.
Picking the Right Medium
An important communication skill is to simply know what form of communication to use.
Listening
Being a good listener is one of the best ways to be a good communicator. No one likes communicating with someone who cares only about putting in her two cents and does not take the time to listen to the other person.
How to Make Your Skills Stand Out
Use job interviews to your advantage.
Familiarize yourself with other in-demand skills.
Match your skills to the job
Don’t stop when you get the job
