SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES

CORPORATE CORRESPONDENCE
UNIT-1
UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION

Nature - Process and Importance of communication - Types of Communication, Different forms of

communication – Barriers to communication: Linguistic Barriers, Psychological Barriers, Interpersonal
Barriers, Cultural Barriers, Physical barriers, Organizational Barriers.
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INTRODUCTION
The word communication originates from the Latin word “communis”, which means
“common” and the word business stands for any economic activity which is undertaken with
a view to earn profit and the communication undertaken in the process of this activity is
termed as "business communication

DEFINITION
Communication is a process of passing information and understanding from one person to
another.
Keith Devis
Communication is generally defined as the activityof conveying information. Communication has been
derived fromthe
Latinword "communis", meaningto share.
Wikipedia
Communication is something people do. To understand human communication process, one
must understand how people relate to each other.
Wilbur Schramm
MEANING
Communication is defined as ―The flow of material information perception, understanding and
imagination among various parties‖.
Business includes those organizations, which are engaged in the production and distribution

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 of goods and services to earn profit. Therefore Business communication means, ―Flow of
information, perception etc. either within a business organization or outside the organization among
different parties‖.

1. Communication is a source of information to the organizational members for decision-making

process as it helps identifying and assessing alternative course of actions.
2. Communication also plays a crucial role in altering individual’s attitudes, i.e., a well informed
individual will have better attitude than a less-informed individual. Organizational magazines,
journals, meetings and various other forms of oral and written communication help in moulding
employee‘s attitudes.
3. Communication also helps in socializing. In todays life the only presence of another individual
fosters communication. It is also said that one cannot survive without communication.
4. Communication assists in controlling process. It helps controlling organizational member‘s
behaviour in various ways. There are various levels of hierarchy and certain principles and
guidelines that employees must follow in an organization. They must comply with organizational
policies, perform their job role efficiently and communicate any work problem and grievance to
their superiors. Thus, communication helps in controlling function of management.

NATURE OF COMMUNICATION:
Communication has the following features:
1. Two-way process: Communication is a two-way process of understanding between two or
more persons – sender and receiver. A person cannot communicate with himself.
2. Continuous process: Exchange of ideas and opinion amongst people is an ongoing process in
business and non-business organizations. Continuous interaction promotes understanding and
exchange of information relevant for decision-making.
3. Dynamic process: Communication between sender and receiver takes different forms and
medium depending upon their moods and behaviour. It is, thus, a dynamic process that keeps
changing in different situations.
4. Pervasive: Communication is a pervasive activity. It takes place at all levels (top, middle, low) in
all functional areas (production, finance, personnel, sales) of a business organization.
5. Two people: A minimum of two persons — sender and receiver — must be present for
communication to take place. It may be between superiors, subordinates and peer group, intra or
inter se.
6. Exchange: Communication involves exchange of ideas and opinions. People interact and develop
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 understanding for each other.

7. Means of unifying organizational activities: Communication unifies internal organizational

environment with its external environment. It also integrates the human and physical resources and
converts them into organizational output.

PROCESS OF COMMUNICATION

Sender:
Someone who is sending the message to someone e l s e . For example, in ad the brand being
advertised is ‗Pantaloons‘. Naturally, the maker of this brand is the sender of the advertising message.

Encoding:
When we address someone, we use language, visuals, body gestures, etc. to communicate. All
these are called symbols. The process of putting our thought into symbolic forms is called encoding.
In a following Ad, you see a face full of wrinkles. Then you read the headlines which simply say:
―Wrinkle free.‖ This process of communicat ion is called encoding.

Message:
The symbols themselves constitute the message. Hence, the visuals, headlines bodycopy, tag line,
brand name, logo, etc., are all parts of the message. If you have already heard the name of
‗Pantaloons‘, then the message being given to you is that are dealing with a known company.

Decoding:
Once we receive the message, we start interpreting it. For example, when you look at the wrinkled
face shown in the Ad, you realize how bad it looks. The implication is that your clothes will also
look as bad if they were not wrinkle free. Likewise, there are visuals of a shirt and a pair of trouser.

These immediately give you the message that the Ad is perhaps for readymade clothes.

At the bottom, the message given is that the brand is available at various cities and Pantaloon
Shoppes.

Receiver:
A receiver is one who reads/listen hears the message of the communicator. For example, any reader
of India Today who is likely to see this Ad, is the receiver of the message. It may be noted,

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however, that the communicator (in our example, the manufacturer of Pantaloons) is not interested
in just anyreceiver (i.e. any reader of India Today) but only those who would be interested in
using his product. Thus, if never wear trousers, then the company will not be interested in me.

Feedback:
Every communicator waits to know whether the message (a) has reached the target audience or
not, and (b0 whether it has been accepted or not. In other words, one waits for feedback from the
audience. The most desirable form of feedback from the marketer‘s point of view, of course, would
be the purchase of the product by the customers. Thus, after this Ad is released in the media, if the
sale of such trousers goes up significantly, the feedback is said to be positive. Similarly, if the
company conducts a surveys and questions about the intention to buy; and customers say that
they will buy the brand, again, the feedback is positive.
Noise:

Noise in communication is anything that interferes with the interpretation of a message. The four types of

noise in communication are physiological noise (internal), psychological noise (internal), physical noise

(external), and semantic noise (understanding of words).

TYPES OF COMMUNICATION

Verbal communication
Non – verbal communication

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 Verbal communication:

When messages or information is exchanged or communicated through words is called verbal

communication. Verbal communication may be two types: written and oral communication.
Verbal communication takes place through face-to-face conversations, group discussions,
counseling, interview, radio, television, calls, memos, letters, reports, notes, email etc.

ORAL COMMUNICATION
Oral communication implies communication through mouth. It includes individuals conversing
with each other, be it direct conversation or telephonic conversation. Speeches, presentations,
discussions are all forms of oral communication. Oral communication is generally recommended
when the communication matter is of temporary kind or where a direct interaction is required.
Face to face communication (meetings, lectures, conferences, interviews, etc.) issignificant so
as to build a rapport and trust.

Advantages of Oral Communication

 There is high level of understanding and transparency in oral communication as it isinterpersonal.

 There is no element of rigidity in oral communication. There is flexibility for allowing changesin the
decisions previously taken.

 The feedback is spontaneous in case of oral communication. Thus, decisions can be madequickly
without any delay.

 Oral communication is not only time saving, but it also saves upon money and efforts.

 Oral communication is best in case of problem resolution. The conflicts, disputes andmany
issues/differences can be put to an end by talking them over.

 Oral communication is an essential for teamwork and group energy.

 Oral communication promotes a receptive and encouraging morale among organizationalemployees.

 Oral communication can be best used to transfer private and confidentialinformation/matter.

Disadvantages/Limitations of Oral Communication

 Relying only on oral communication may not be sufficient as business communication isformal
and very organized.
 Oral communication is less authentic than written communication as they are informal and
not as organized as written communication.

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 Oral communication is time-saving as far as daily interactions are concerned, but in case of
meetings, long speeches consume lot of time and are unproductive at times.
 Oral communications are not easyto maintain and thus they are unsteady.
 There may be misunderstandings as the information is not complete and may lack
essentials.
 It requires attentiveness and great receptivity on part of the receivers/audience.
 Oral communication (such as speeches) is not frequently used as legal records except in
investigation work.

WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
A Written Communication means the sending of messages, orders or instructions in writing through
letters, circulars, manuals, reports, telegrams, office memos, bulletins, etc. It is a formal method
of communication and is less flexible. A written document preserved properly becomes a
permanent record for future reference. It can also be used as legal evidence. It is time- consuming,
costly and unsuitable for confidential and emergent communication. Written communication, to
be effective, should be clear, complete, concise, correct, and courteous.

ADVANTAGES OF WRITTEN COMMUNICATION:

Easy to preserve: The documents of written communication are easy to preserve. Oral and non-
verbal communication cannot be preserved. If it is needed, important information can be collected
from the preserved documents.
Easy presentation of complex matter: Written communication is the best way to represent any
complex matter easily and attractively.
Permanent record: The documents of written communication act as a permanent record.
When it is needed, important information can be easily collected from the preserved documents.
Prevention of wastage of time and money: Written communication prevents the waste of money
and time. Without meeting with each other the communicator and communicate can exchange their
views.
Accurate presentation: Through the documents of the written communication top executive can
present the information more accurately and clearly. As it is a legal document everybody takes
much care does draft it.
Use as a reference: If it is needed, written communication can be used as future reference.
Delegation of authority: Written communication can help the authority to delegate the
power and authority to the subordinate. It is quite impossible to delegate power without a written
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Longevity: Written document can be preserved for a long time easily. That is why; all the
important issues of an organization should be back and white.
Effective communication: Written communication helps to make communication effective. It
is more dependable and effective than those of other forms of communication.

Maintaining image: Written communication helps to maintain the images of both the person
and the organization. It also protects the images of the company or organization.
Proper information: It is a proper and complete communication system. There is no
opportunity to include any unnecessary information in a written document.
Less distortion possibility: In this communication system information is recorded
permanently. So, there is less possibility of distortion and alteration of the information.
No opportunity to misinterpret: there is any opportunity to misinterpret the information or
messages of written communication.
Controlling tool: Written communication can help to control the organizational activity. The
written document may be used as a tool for controlling.
Easy to verify: The information and messages that are preserved can be verified easily. If
there arises any misunderstanding any party can easily verify the information.
Others: Clear understanding, Legal document, Acceptability, Reduction of risk, Creating
confidence, Easy circulation, Wide access or coverage etc.

DISADVANTAGES OF WRITTEN COMMUNICATION

Expensive: Written communication is comparatively expensive. For this communication paper,

pen, ink, typewriter, computer and a large number of employees are needed.
Time consuming: Written communication takes time to communicate with others. It is a time
consuming media. It costs the valuable time of both the writer and the reader.
Red-Taoism: Red-Taoism is one of the most disadvantages of written communication. It means to
take time for approval of a project.
Useless for illiterate person: It messages receiver is illiterate, written communication
is quite impossible. This is major disadvantage written communication.
Difficult to maintain secrecy: It is an unexpected medium to keep business secrecy. Secrecy
is not always possible to maintain through written communication. Because here needs to discuss
everything in black and white.
Lack of flexibility: Since writing documents cannot be changed easily at any time. Lack of
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 flexibility is one of the most important limitations of written communication.

is not possible in case of written communication that is possible in oral communication.

Delay in decision making: Written communication takes much time to communicate with all the
parties concerned. So the decision maker cannot take decisions quickly.
Cost in record keeping: It is very difficult and expensive to keep all the records in
written communication.
Complex words: Sometimes the writer uses complex words in writing a message. It becomes
difficult to meaning out to the reader. So the objectives of the communication may lose.
Lack of direct relation: If there is no direct relation between the writer and the reader, writer
communication cannot help to establish a direct relation between them.
Other: Prompt feedback is impossible, Slowness, Bureaucratic attitude, Understanding problem
between boos and subordinates, lack in quick clarification and correction, formality problem, lack
of personal intimacy, etc.
Delay in response: It takes much time to get a response from the message receiver; prompt
response

NON – VERBAL COMMUNICATION

Behavior and elements of speech aside from the words themselves that transmit meaning. Non-
verbal communication includes pitch, speed, tone and volume of voice, gestures and facial
expressions, body posture, stance, and proximity to the listener, eye movements and contact,
and dress and appearance. Research suggests that only 5 percent effect is produced by the
spoken word, 45 percent by the tone, inflexion, and other elements of voice, and 50 percent by
body language, movements, eye contact,etc.,.

A. BODY LANGUAGE
Some parts of our body can express many indications without any sound. Message can be
transmitted with the help of our body movements which is called body language. Body language
is a form of non-verbal communication, which consists of posture, gestures, facial expressions,
eye movements etc.

1. Facial expression: A facial expression is one or more motions or positions of the muscles in the
skin of face. These movements convey the emotional state of the individual to observers. Facial

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 expressions for happiness, sadness, anger and fear are similar throughout the world. A proverb
says, ―Face is the index of mind. Example: By waving our hands we express ‗good-bye‘; by
shaking our head from side to side we express ―we do not know‖.
2. Gestures: Gestures refers to visible bodily actions communicate particular messages which
include movement of the hands, face, eyes, head or other parts of the body. Common gestures
include waving, pointing, and using fingers to indicate numeric amounts. Culture-specific gestures
that can be used as replacement for words, such as the hand wave used in western cultures for
―hello‖ and ―goodbye‖.
3. Posture: Posture indicates the position in which we hold the body when standing or sitting. It can
help to communicate non-verbally. Consider the following actions and note cultural differences:
Bowing not done criticized or affected in US; shows rank in Japan.
Slouching rude in most Northern European areas.
Hands in pocket-disrespectful in Turkey.
Sitting with legs crossed-offensive in Ghana, Turkey.
Showing soles of feet-offensive in Thailand, Saudi Arabia.
4. Eye Gaze or Eye contact: Eye contact indicates looking, staring and blinking etc. which is
important in nonverbal behaviors. Looking at another person can indicate a range of emotions,
including hostility, attention, interest, and attraction, defines power and status and has a central
role in managing impressions of others.
5. Appearance and dress: External appearances also play a vital role to communicate others. Our
clothes dress provide a good visual signal to our interest, age, personality, taste, and sex. Our
choice of color, clothing, hairstyles and other factors affecting appearance are also considered a
means of nonverbal can evoke different moods. Consider differing cultural standards on what is
attractive in dress and on what constitutes modesty. For example, seeing the dress of army officers,
we can easily determine the job status.
6. Touch: Touch is culturally determined. But each culture has a clear concept of what parts of
the body one may not touch. Basic message of touch is to affect or control-protect, support and
disapprove (i.e. hug, kiss, hit, kick)
USA-Handshake is common (even for strangers), hugs and kisses for those of opposite gender
or of family (usually) on an increasingly more intimate basis.

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 Islamic and Hindu- Typically don‘t touch with the left hand. Left hand is for toilet
functions.
Islamic cultures generally don‘t approve of any touching to opposite genders (even
handshakes).
But consider such touching (including hand holding, hugs) between same sexes to be appropriate.
7. Silence: Silence is another form of non-verbal communication which expresses the positive or
negative meanings of particular messages. In a classroom, silence indicates that students are
listening carefully and attentively.

B. SPACE OR PROXIMITY
People often refer to their need for ―personal space‖, which are also important types of non- verba l
communication. The physical distance between you and others signals your level of intimacy and
comfort. If someone you don‘t know stand too close or touches too often, you will probably begin
to feel uncomfortable.
C. TIME:

Another type of non-verbal communication involves time. Thant is how we give meaning to time
communicates to other. For example, begin late in work everybody a worker can be considered as
a man of carelessness but if a manager does it; we say it is a symbol of power. We know, time can
play a vital role to reduce tension, conflict among groups. It is said that- ―Kill the time to delay
the justice‖.

D. PARALINGUISTIC (TONE AND VOLUME OF VOICE)

Paralinguistic refers to vocal communication that is separate from actual language. Paralanguage
also include s such vocal characteristics as rate (speed of speaking), pitch (highness or lowness of
tone), inflection, volume (loudness) and quality (pleasing or unpleasant sound).

Vocal characterizers (laugh, cry, yell, moan, whine, belch and yawn). These send different
message in different cultures (Japan- giggling indicates embarrassment; India- belch indicates
satisfaction)

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Vocal qualifiers (volume, pitch, rhythm, tempo, and tone). Loudness indicates strength in Arabic
cultures and softness indicates weakness; indicates confidence and authority to the Germans;
indicates impoliteness to the Thai; indicates loss of control to the Japanese. (Generally, one learns
not to ―shout‖ in Asia for nearly any reason). Gender-based as well women tend to speak higher
and more softly than men.
Vocal segregates (UN-huh, shh, uh, ooh, mmmh, hummm, eh mah, lah). Segretates indicate
formality, acceptance, assent, uncertainty.
E. VISUAL COMMUNICATION
When communication takes place by means of any visual aid, it is known as visual
communication. Such as facial expression, gesture, eye contact, signals, map, chart, poster,
slide, sign etc. for example, to indicate danger‘, we use red sign, to indicate ‗no smoking‘, we
use an image showing a lighted cigarette with across mark on it etc.

BARRIERS TO COMMUNICATION
1. Mechanical Barriers:
A communication is a two-way process, distance between the sender and the receiver of the
message is an important barrier to communication. Noise and environmental factors also block
communication.
2. Personal Barriers:

Personal factors like difference in judgment, social values, inferiority complex, bias, attitude,
pressure of time, inability to communicate, etc. widen the psychological distance between the
communicator and the communicate. Credibility gap i.e., inconsistency between what one says
and what one does, also, acts as a barrier to communication.
3. Semantic or Language Barriers:
Semantic is the science of meaning. The same words and symbols carry different meanings to
different people. Difficulties in communication arise when the sender and the receiver of the
message use words or symbols in different senses. The meaning intended by the sender may be
quite different from the meaning followed by the receiver. People interpret the message in terms
of their own behaviour and experience. Sometimes, the language used by the sender may not at all
be followed by the receiver.

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4. Status Barriers (Superior-Subordinate Relationship):
Status or position in the hierarchy of an organization is one of the fundamental barriers that
obstructs free flow of information. A superior may give only selected information to his
subordinates so as to maintain status differences. Subordinates, usually, tend to convey only those
things which the superiors would appreciate.
This creates distortion in upward communication. Such selective communication is also known as
filtering. Sometimes, ―the superior feels that he cannot fully admit to his subordinates those
problems, conditions or results which may affect adversely on his ability and judgment. To do
so would undermine his position as a superior being in the formal organization.‖ This causes
distortion in downward communication. A subordinate may also feel reluctant to report his
shortcomings or may not seek clarification on instructions which are subject to different
interpretations for fear of loss of prestige in the eyes of the superior.
5. Organizational Structure Barriers:
Effective communication largely depends upon sound organizational structure. If the structure is
complex involving several layers of management, the breakdown or distortion in communication
wall arise. It is an established fact that every layer cuts off a bit of information. In the words of
W.C. Bennis, ―Co mmunicat io n gets distorted particularly as it goes up the hierarchy.‖
Moreover, information travelling through formal structure introduces rigidity and causes-delay
because of long lines of communication. Similarly, lack of instructions for further conveying
information to the subordinates and heavy pressure of work at certain levels of authority also act
as barriers to effective communication.
6. Barriers Due to Inadequate Attention:
Inadequate attention to the message makes communication less effective and the message is likely
to be misunderstood. Inattention may arise because of over business of the communicate or
because of the message being contrary to his expectations and beliefs. The simple failure to read
notices, minutes and reports is also a common feature.

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7. Premature Evaluation:
Some people have the tendency to form a judgment before listening to the entire message. This is
known as premature evaluation. Premature evaluation distorts understanding and acts as a barrier
to effective communication.
8. Emotional Attitude:
Barriers may also arise due to emotional attitude because when emotions are strong, it is difficult
to know the frame of mind of another person or group. Emotional attitudes of both, the
communicator as well as the communicate, obstruct free flow of transmission and understanding
of messages.
9. Resistance to Change:
It is a general tendency of human beings to stick to old and customary patterns of life. They may
resist change to maintain status quo. Thus, when new ideas are being communicated to introduce
a change, it is likely to be overlooked or even opposed. This resistance to change creates an
important obstacle to effective communication.
10. Barriers Due to Lack of Mutual Trust:
Communication means sharing of ideas in common. ―When we communicate, we are trying to
establish a commonness.‖ Thus, one will freely transfer information and understanding with
another only when there is mutual trust between the two. When there is a lack of mutual trust
between the communicator and the communicate, the message is not followed. Credibility gaps,
i.e., inconsistency in saying and doing, also causes lack of mutual trust which acts as a basic
obstacle to effective communication.
11. Other Barriers:
There may be many other barriers, such as un-clarified assumptions, lack of ability to
communicate, mirage of too much knowledge of closed minds, communication overload, shortage
of time, etc., which cause distortion or obstruction in the free flow of communication and
thus make it ineffective. Failure to retain or store information for future use becomes a barrier
to communication when the information is needed in future.

The use of jargon. Over-complicated, unfamiliar and/or technical terms.

Taboos. Some people may find it difficult to express their emotions and some topics may
be completely

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 'off-limits' or taboo. Taboo or difficult topics may include, but are not limited to, politics, religion,
disabilities (mental and physical), sexuality and sex, racism and any opinion that may be seen as
unpopular.
Physical barriers to non-verbal communication. Not being able to see the non-verbal cues,
gestures, posture and general body language can make communication less effective. Phone calls,
text messages and other communication methods that rely on technology are often less effective
than face-to-face communication.
Expectations and prejudices which may lead to false assumptions or stereotyping. People often
hear what they expect to hear rather than what is actually said and jump to incorrect conclusions.
Cultural differences. The norms of social interaction vary greatly in different cultures, as do the
way in which emotions are expressed. For example, the concept of personal space varies between
cultures and between different social settings.

DIFFERENT FORMS OF COMMUNICATION

1. FORMAL COMMUNICATION:
It refers to interchange of information officially. The flow of communication is controlled and is
a deliberate effort. This makes it possible for the information to reach the desired place without
any hindrance, at a little cost and in a proper way.

Example: Requests, commands, orders, reports etc.

TYPES OF FORMAL COMMUNICATION

Downward Communication:
Information flows from higher levels of management to lower levels. It includes instructions, policies,
goals, and feedback.
Upward Communication:
Information moves from lower levels of the hierarchy to higher levels. This includes reports, suggestions,
and feedback from employees.
Horizontal Communication:
Exchange of information between individuals or departments at the same organizational level. It helps in
coordination and problem-solving across different departments.

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 Diagonal communication:
Exchange of information between individuals or departments that are not directly connected by the formal
hierarchy of the organization. Unlike vertical communication (which occurs between different levels of the
hierarchy) or horizontal communication (which occurs between individuals or departments at the same
level), diagonal communication involves interaction between people at different hierarchical levels and in
different functional areas.

2. INFORMAL COMMUNICATION:

The communication which does not follow any pre-defined channel for the transmission of
information is known as informal communication. This type of communication moves freely in all
directions, and thus, it is very quick and rapid. In any organization, this type of communication is
very natural as people interact with each other about their professional life, personal life, and other
matter.

Example: Sharing of feelings, casual discussion, gossips, etc.

If communication is done without maintaining the formalities prescribed by the organization, it is

called informal communication. The basis of informal communication is personal or informal
relationship between the members of a group. It is also known as grapevine that takes place when
the people of an organization or group, especially of same level or rank gather or meet tighter and

discuss informally. It has no definite pattern or direction though it is largely horizontal in nature.
It is a complex web of oral information flow linking all the members of the organization.

TYPES OF INFORMAL COMMUNICATION:

 Single Strand Chain: The single strand chain involves the passing of information through a line of

persons to the ultimate recipient. In the figure, the person A tells B, who tells C, who tells D,
and so on, till the information has reached most of the persons
involved or concerned.

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 Gossip Chain: In the gossip chain, one person seeks and tells the information to everyone. This

chain is just like the wheel where one person stays at the centre and the information passes along
the spokes of the wheel to others stationed on the rim. In the following figure, A is at the center
and passes the information to others staying on the rim of the wheel.

 Probability Chain: The probability chain is a random process in which someone transmits the

information to others in accordance with the laws of probability and then these others tell still
others in a similar way. This chain may also be called
random process.

 Cluster Chain: In the cluster chain, a person tells the information to the selected persons who may

in turn relay (pass) the information to other selected persons. Most of the information
communication follows this chain. Cluster chain is shown in the following figure-

Don’t Interrupt Unnecessarily. Use the acronym WAIT, Why Am I Talking? to keep your
comments relative to the speaker‘s thoughts. Often I observe people ask questions just to transition
the conversation in another direction. Interject your questions, or thoughts, at appropriate intervals
so not to throw the speaker off track.

Use Body Language: Face-to-face you can convey you are listening by nodding, smiling, and
maintaining eye contact. Public speakers are taught to actively engage an audience by making eye
contact with one person, at a time. You can pick up subtle non-verbal cues from watching the
speaker‘s body language. Are they leaning away from you, or leaning in? Do they have their arms
crossed? Sounds basic, but 55% of communication is conveyed without even saying a word.
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Empathize: Steven Covey coined the phrase ―Seek first to understand, then be understood‖ which
is my goal when listening. In order to effectively hear what the speaker is saying, try to look at it
from their perspective. It is easy to jump to conclusions and judge when we don‘t put ourselves in
the other person‘s shoes—and it is difficult to withhold judgment. Good listeners do this. Set aside
filters and just listen.
IMPORTANCE OF COMMUNICATION:
1. Building Relationships:
Effective communication is essential for building and maintaining healthy relationships. It helps
people understand each other, express feelings, and resolve conflicts.
2. Expressing Thoughts and Ideas:
Communication is the primary means through which individuals express their thoughts, ideas,
and opinions. It allows people to share information and contribute to discussions.
3. Conflict Resolution:
Proper communication is vital for resolving conflicts and misunderstandings. Open and honest
communication can help identify issues, find common ground, and work towards solutions.
4. Workplace Collaboration:
In a professional setting, effective communication is crucial for teamwork and collaboration. It
fosters a positive work environment and enhances productivity.
5. Innovation and Creativity:
Effective communication encourages the exchange of ideas, leading to innovation and creativity.
Teams that communicate well can brainstorm, problem-solve, and generate new solutions.
6. Personal Development:
Communication skills are vital for personal development. They contribute to self-expression,
self-confidence, and the ability to articulate one's thoughts and goals.
7. Cultural Exchange:
Communication allows for the exchange of cultural ideas, traditions, and values. It promotes
understanding and appreciation of diversity.
8. Negotiation and Persuasion:
In business and personal situations, effective communication is essential for negotiation and
persuasion. It involves the ability to articulate one's needs and interests convincingly.

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9. Decision-Making:
Clear and timely communication is critical for making informed decisions. It ensures that
relevant information is conveyed to the decision-makers.
10. Customer Relations:
In business, effective communication is vital for maintaining good customer relations. It involves
listening to customer feedback, addressing concerns, and providing clear information about
products or services.
11. Social Interaction:
Communication is the cornerstone of social interaction. It allows people to connect, share
experiences, and create a sense of community.

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