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The report discusses the critical role of effective communication in the workplace, identifying key challenges such as unclear emails, lack of active listening, and over-reliance on digital communication. Feedback from employees and managers highlights the need for improved communication skills, with a preference for face-to-face interactions. Recommendations include conducting communication training, encouraging in-person meetings, and implementing clear email guidelines to enhance collaboration and productivity.

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The report discusses the critical role of effective communication in the workplace, identifying key challenges such as unclear emails, lack of active listening, and over-reliance on digital communication. Feedback from employees and managers highlights the need for improved communication skills, with a preference for face-to-face interactions. Recommendations include conducting communication training, encouraging in-person meetings, and implementing clear email guidelines to enhance collaboration and productivity.

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The Impact of Communication in the Workplace

Introduction

Effective communication is essential in any workplace to ensure smooth collaboration and


productivity. Misunderstandings, unclear messages, and lack of proper feedback can lead to
workplace conflicts and inefficiencies. This report highlights the key communication challenges
observed in a workplace setting, presents feedback from employees and managers, and suggests
possible solutions to improve workplace communication.

Findings/Problems Observed

Several communication issues were identified in the workplace:

 Unclear Email Communication: Many employees struggle with lengthy or vague emails, leading
to misunderstandings and delays in completing tasks.
 Lack of Active Listening: Some employees feel that their ideas are not heard during meetings,
which affects teamwork and morale.
 Over-Reliance on Digital Communication: Many employees prefer face-to-face conversations,
but important discussions are often conducted via email or messaging apps, leading to
misinterpretations.

Feedback Gathered

To gain insight into workplace communication challenges, feedback was collected from
employees and managers:

 Employee Feedback: 60% of employees stated that emails often lack clarity, making tasks
difficult to complete efficiently.
 Manager Feedback: Many managers believe that employees need better listening skills during
meetings to improve collaboration.
 Survey Results: A recent workplace survey showed that 75% of employees prefer in-person
discussions over digital messages for important tasks.

Suggested Solutions/Recommendations

Based on the findings, the following improvements are recommended:


✅ Conduct Communication Training: Workshops on email etiquette and active listening
should be introduced to help employees improve their communication skills.
✅ Encourage Face-to-Face Meetings: Important discussions should take place in person or
through video calls to prevent misinterpretation of messages.
✅ Implement Clear Email Guidelines: A standardized email format should be established to
ensure clarity and professionalism in workplace communication.
Conclusion

In conclusion, workplace communication plays a vital role in productivity and collaboration. By


implementing communication training, promoting face-to-face discussions, and establishing
clear email guidelines, organizations can create a more effective and cohesive working
environment.
Self-Editing Checklist

Instructions: Read your draft carefully and check each item on the list. Make
corrections as needed.

✅ Clarity & Coherence


☐ Is the report easy to understand?
☐ Does each paragraph have a clear main idea?
☐ Do the sentences flow smoothly from one to another?
☐ Have I avoided repetition and unnecessary information?

✅ Structure & Organization


☐ Does my report follow the correct structure (Heading, Introduction,
Findings/Problems, Feedback, Solutions, Conclusion)?
☐ Are the ideas logically arranged in each section?
☐ Have I used subheadings appropriately?

✅ Formal Language
☐ Have I used formal and professional language (no slang or contractions like
"don’t" or "gonna")?
☐ Have I used a polite and objective tone?
☐ Have I avoided personal opinions unless required?

✅ Grammar, Spelling & Punctuation


☐ Have I checked for subject-verb agreement and sentence structure?
☐ Are all words spelled correctly?
☐ Have I used correct punctuation (commas, periods, apostrophes)?
☐ Have I checked for missing or extra words?

✅ Final Check
☐ Does my report clearly communicate my key points?
☐ Have I followed the word count and formatting guidelines?
☐ Have I reviewed my work at least twice before submitting?

Report Writing – First Draft Worksheet


Heading:

1st Paragraph: Introduction

 Introduce the topic and its importance.


 Briefly outline what the report will cover.

Subheading 1: Findings / Problems Observed

 Present key findings based on observations or research.


 Support points with examples or brief evidence.

Subheading 2: Feedback Gathered


 Include perspectives from different sources (e.g., surveys, expert opinions, statistics).
 Highlight differing viewpoints where relevant.

Subheading 3: Suggested Solutions / Recommendations

 Provide solutions or recommendations based on findings and feedback.


 Use bullet points or short paragraphs for clarity.

Conclusion

 Summarize the key points of the report.


 Restate the importance of the topic.

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