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The Role of Communication in the Workplace

admin — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 20:55:59 +0000

How important would you say that communication is in the workplace? What about where you work; are the bosses or managers effective communicators? Now I am not entirely sure as to how you will have answered these questions however I can hazard a guess if I take my personal experiences as a benchmark. In this article I will be writing about the importance of effective communication in the workplace, I hope you enjoy the read.

Here is a typical example; the annual review. For the purposes of this article I will say that this review takes place in January, each year of course. The January arrives and the staff members are eager to see whether they will receive a positive review and even a pay rise.

It is now February and there still has not been even the hint of a review; in fact there has been no mention of one. Is this good communication or bad communication on the part of the boss?

It is very bad communication and it can lead to a lowering of moral, which can lead to a lowering of productivity, which can lead to lower profits. It’s not rocket science; some would say it’s the basics of business. So why do so many bosses screw it up? Is it a lack of respect or a lack of caring for their staff or are they just too busy? Who knows?

Whatever the reason, the reason is not good enough. If the annual review is postponed for a period of time then all that the boss should do is to communicate this fact with their staff. How long would it take? Yes, literally a couple of minutes

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What is Important to you in the workplace?

admin — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 13:19:22 +0000

Hi, what two things you think might be most useful at work? Culture and Communication or Power and Influence? If so why do you thing this is?

Communication definately, you have a much better time if you have friends at work and you chat with them every now and then, on breaks etc. Get to know everyone and become friends with them no matter who they are.

Persistance also, if you are having a bad day or are tired, try to cheer yourself up or have a coffee or energy drink.. its nicer to work in a good environment and mood

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How can I improve my communication skills and confidence for the workplace?

admin — Thu, 27 May 2010 10:20:48 +0000

I work for David’s Bridal, and I’m a consultant. It’s starting to not work for me, seeing as how the longer I work there, the more insecure I become at greeting new brides. Out of the 17 brides I’ve had so far since working in May, 5 of them requested to no longer work with me. My manager pulled me aside and said for me to work on not what I say, but how I say it and that if I’m not confident in what I’m doing, the brides wont have confidence in me.

For example:

~A bride comes in, and I greet with a smile and a handshake that is sincere, yet it’s taken as insincere and me looking like I want their money (when I’m so NOT materialistic and I’m sincerely wanting to help them find their perfect dress).
~When the bride’s party decides to walk into the racks, thinking it’s WalMart, and pulls out 20 something wedding gowns and thinks the Bride should try them all on, (when the dressing rooms are only big enough for 3 at a time) I lose confidence because I don’t know how to take charge of that situation.
~Most of the time, I’m given another bride to work with, so I have 2 brides to help at the same time. I’ll have at least one bride, if not both, complain that I’m not giving them enough time, even though I explained to them that it’s Saturday (meaning party central), and that I will probably work with another bride at the same time.
~I get so nervous that I lose the calmness needed to make small talk and make the customers comfortable around me.

All in all, my manager told me I made the brides feel awkward with the littlest things I’m doing wrong, yet my manager won’t tell me how to do the right thing, instead of just pointing out the things I’m doing wrong, because they’re "not here to babysit".

I just want to give my brides a great experience and help them find their dress at a good price. Help!

well first you gotta relax and don’t overthink things….

have a good mindset….don;t think negative things…if you fail, then rise up…

then you just gotta practice, practice and practice…

and also you gotta listen to your mentors and superiors, the people who has actually been where you are now….listen to advice…

and practice, practice, practice UNTIL it becomes natural for you to be perfect in what you do…

relax, okay? don’t be too hard on yourself…learn to have fun once in awhile….and smile too…always……a sincere and captivating smile is always good . : )

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i need to know how three different jobs use there communication skills?

admin — Sun, 16 May 2010 01:01:54 +0000

i would go places to ask the people but i cant so can you give me three different jobs and which ways they use there communication skills in there workplace

job 1……

job 2……

job 3…….
charlotte thanks yes your on the right track

Well all jobs use communication in some way by definition of there being a job. If a person is being paid for tasks communication must have taken place.

I would say teachers/lecturers spring to mind as they are constantly communicating knowledge to pupils, ideas to staff and notes on progress to parents of students.

Taxi drivers for example may be thought to communicate less but they have to contact their base to let them know their location, understand where to go from their customers and be able to convey the price to the customer.

Am I on the right track here or am I not answering your question in the way you need it answering?

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List workplace communications techniques and when they are utilised.?

admin — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 17:46:34 +0000

List workplace communications techniques and when they are utilised.
plz i need help thnx

do you mean
verbal/nonverbal
email
texting
faxing
voice mail
phone calls
2 way radio
memos
meetings

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Can anyone give me an example of Interpersonal Communication Conflicts in the workplace? Between two people?

admin — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 15:57:25 +0000

WAH WAH cry me a river

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Why the line of defense for women using indirect communication?

admin — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 16:30:20 +0000

I can communicate indirectly, and I do it when I’m really trying to irk someone, which is quite rare. How well does indirect communication pan out in the workplace? You’re aware that social scientists include indirect communication in their definition of the passive-aggressive personality, right? Sure, guys communicate indirectly, but they’re not as likely to defend it like women do.
Hmmmm, I wonder how well things work when both the man and the woman use indirect communication regularly….? Sometimes fine, usually bad.
Are we supposed to figure out what you really mean without telling you we’ve figured it out? Because when we verbally identify what you’re indirectly communicating, you tend to pout or have some type of negative response.
Is indirect communication a sign that the woman isn’t satisfied, that the man isn’t doing enough of what she wants/needs without her having to ask?
What’s the deal? I truly detest indirect communication, from a man or a woman.
If you continue to valiantly do what she doesn’t ask for directly, without fuss, and she still communicates indirectly on a regular basis, is she nuts and/or too demanding?
Talloola, yes, about 12 years ago, but I got help with it.
Baba Yaga, thank goodness. After all this time, I’ve come down to one female tendency that is both irritating and prevalent. If I were a woman, there’d be 3 or more.

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why is communication essential for a safe workplace?

admin — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 15:32:24 +0000

…to ensure all is qualified and protected a in life threatening work environment…
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What are the stages of the communication process?

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