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Communication

What is it and why do we need it


Content
What is Communication?
Process of Communication
Types of Communication
Levels of Communication
Communication Barriers
Tools of Effective Communication
What is Communication?
Communication is a process of
exchange of:

Ideas
Information
Thoughts
Feelings
Process of Communication
Types of
Communications People communicate with each other in a
number of ways depending on both the
message and the context in which it's being
sent.
There are two types of communication
channels:
Verbal Communication
Non-verbal Communication
Communication
Message is transmitted Verbally
The Communication is either done by
mouth to ear or by writing
In formal verbal communication
remember the acronym KISS : Keep It
Short and Simple
Verbal

Verbal Communication is divided into:


Oral communication
Written communication
Communication
We use spoken words in oral communication
it includes face-to-face communication,
speech, phone calls, video calls, videos, radio,
TV, voiceovers...
Communication is influenced by tone, pitch,
volume, speed, and clarity of speaking

ADVANTAGES: Quick feedback


Oral

DISADVANTAGES: Not enough time to think and


process the idea or question
Communication
In written communication written signs or symbols are used
to communicate.
In written communication messages can be transmitted via
email letter report memo...
Written communications are the most common form of
communication used in business.

ADVANTAGES: Message can be edited and revised, the type of


Written

communication provides a record and backup, and reading the


message enables the receiver to fully understand it and send
appropriate feedback.

DISADVANTAGES: Written communication doesn't bring instant


feedback it takes more time to compose a message as
compared to word-of-mouth and there are a number of people
swho do not have the ability to write.
communication
Nonverbal communication is the sending or receiving
of wordless messages. Such as gestures, body
language, posture, tone of voice, or facial expressions.
Nonverbal communication is all about the body
language of a speaker.
Nonverbal
Nonverbal communication has the following 4 elements:
Appearance:
the speaker's clothing, hairstyle, use of cosmetics..
Surrounding:
Room size, lighting, decoration and furnishing
Body language:
facial expressions, gestures, and Posture.
Sounds:
Voice, tone, volume, speech rate..
Levels of
communication
Intrapersonal Communication
Intrapersonal communication is
communication that occurs in your own
mind.
It is the basis of your feelings, biases,
prejudices, and beliefs.
Examples are when you make any kind of
decision on what to eat or wear. When
you are thinking about something. What
you want to do on the weekend, and
when you think about another person.
Intrapersonal Communication

Interpersonal communication is the


communication between 2 people.
Examples are when you are talking to
your friends, a teacher to discuss an
assignment, or to the doctor to
discuss a treatment, or a manager
and a potential employee during an
interview.
Small group communication
Small group communication is
communication within formal or informal
groups or teams. It is group interaction
that results in decision-making,
problem-solving, and discussion within
an organization.
Examples would be a group planning a
surprise birthday party for someone or a
team working together on a project.
One to group communication
One to group communication
involves a speaker who seeks to
inform, persuade or motivativate an
audience.
Examples are a teacher in a class of
students, a preacher at a
congregation, a speaker and an
assembly of people in the
auditorium.
Mass Communication
Mass communication is the electronic or print
transmission of messages to the general public.
Outlets called mass media include things like radio,
television, film, and printed materials designed to
reach large audiences.
Examples are television commercials, a magazine
article, hearing a song on the radio, books,
newspapers, billboards... The key is that you are
reaching a big number of people without it being
face-to-face. Feedback is generally late with mass
communication.
Barriers of
Communication
1- Physical barriers
2- Perceptual barriers
3-Emotional barriers
4-Cultural barriers
5-Language barriers
6-Gender barriers
7- Interpersonal barriers
To move past the barriers you have to:
Take the receiver more seriously
Know your audience
Make the message crystal clear
Deliver the message skillfully
Focus on the Receiver
Use multiple channels to communicate instead
of focusing on one
Ensure appropriate feedback
Be aware of your own state of
mind/emotions/attitude
How to
communicate
effectively
Be Brief
Be well mannered
Use 'I'
Be Positive
Be a good listener
Use good terminology
Be clear
Pronounce your words
ANY QUESTIONS?
ASK AWAY
ACTIVITY
TIME
Thank you!
till next time!

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