In class we discussed what it what it meant to be an effective communicator. It was amazing going around the room and hearing times from everyone when communication has failed them. It was also amazing the number of times that came to my mind when communication failed me. (My first thought with that starter question was, "I have to pick only one?!") It's so crazy to think about, and what blows my mind even more is that I'm almost certain that sometimes I'm not even aware of it.
To make myself a better communicator, I am going to work on not just assuming that the person I'm talking or working with knows what I'm talking about. I will be more patient and gracious about explaining myself and my thoughts. I will work more on giving and receiving feedback and being more aware of myself and my actions I convey towards it throughout the entire process of it.
Haha I thought the same thing Kelly, how do we only pick one!? I agree I would like to work on becoming a better communicator as well, there is always room for improvement!
ReplyDeleteThat can be so difficult, I agree! Great goal, Kelly, and you'll be glad if you make that a habit, I think, because it will make next year much easier! :)
ReplyDeleteI like the goal that you have set for yourself. I agree that it is important to be aware that you need to change the way you communicate with people depending on their background. I sometimes forget that I can't have the same conversations about meat science with my family that I do with my friends in the Animal Science Department. It's crazy to think about how communication is a part of everyday life but in some form or another everyone needs to improve.
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