As a part of the world of work, you are certainly not alone. You will be connected by many parties and groups. One way to make relationships in the world of work better is to have good communication skills. The better you are at mastering this ability; the on-going communication will support your career. The inability to master communication in the world of work will make you confused and lost. So that it doesn’t happen, then increase that ability from now on. There are some strategies for improving communication skills easily.

1. Show real interest

When you are talking to someone, especially in a noisy and busy environment, give him or her undivided attention. If you find yourself distracted or can’t hear them well, ask them to move to a quieter area. Ask questions and encourage them to elaborate. Even if you haven’t experienced the same situation, try to share a personal story about a time when you felt almost the same.

2. Show empathy 

One of the most effective communication skills you can use is showing empathy. You don’t always meet fun people who match your heart. Even if you encounter a co-worker who is ‘annoying’, show him your empathy. What he was doing might be unpleasant, but behind the unpleasant attitude he was showing, there must be something behind it. Therefore, show your empathy that you are professional as well as having a sense of understanding in your co-workers. 

3. Talk less, listen more

When someone talks to you, listen to every part of your body. Nod, make eye contact and get involved in whatever he has to say. Listening carefully will build trust and help you establish a professional relationship. When given the opportunity, ask pertinent questions. That will help you show your interest. If you don’t understand, ask more specific questions. Better to confirm assumptions rather than risk miscommunication.

4. Speak Clearly 

Talking is an art. What you want to convey, must be understood by others, do not happen otherwise. Always speaking in a monotone voice will make other people quickly bored, even if what you say is important. Therefore, always think beforehand about what you want to say so that there is no ‘wrong catch’. Indicate different voice intonations for different things. Show clear intonation of happy, serious, sad, and so on.

 5. Be careful when giving criticism 

You are certainly open to any criticism, you must! But you definitely don’t like it if your co-workers and even your boss give criticism in a way that shows fewer ethics. For example, criticizing out loud in front of all your co-workers. Good intentions will not be channeled properly if they are done wrong. So it is with you. If there is criticism that you want to convey to your co-workers, do so by talking directly to the person concerned. No need to shout, because your co-workers can hear what you say clearly. 

6. Focus on the conversation

If you have a thousand things on your mind, the conversation does not interest you too much for whatever reason, do not have it. It’s that clear. If we want to have a conversation that really contributes to us, that is productive for both parties, we must leave everything to pay maximum attention. So no cell phones, television, mental notes on to-dos, etc., etc.

6. Change the subject if something uncomfortable

You have to know where the limit of each subject is and have enough resources to put an end to them if the situation requires it. You will notice that the other person is nervous and unwilling to continue talking. Pause and continue with another topic as if nothing had happened.

7. Think before you speak

If you want to achieve a purpose with this conversation you have to measure your words and plan where you want the dialogue to go. Be clear about your ideas and plant them so that they are easy to understand.

Final words

Every day you will deal with a different person with whom you will have to communicate. You are the key so that the result of that conversation is what you are looking for and attracts the interest of the other person. The word is the best tool to strengthen relationships and we do not always get the desired benefits. The above strategies are best to make your conversations succeed forever.