Some basic communication skills, can be broken into two categories; verbal and non verbal. Within a professional realm, whether talking/listening to a boss, coworker or client, there are appropriate speaking tones and pitch, informal conversation, formal conversation and formal presentation. When speaking to others, not only the spoken words formulate their evaluation and interpretation of what was just said, but also how the words were pronounced, the rhythm, emphasis, tone and pitch. Before any conversation, presentation, or phone call conversation arrange your thoughts and structure your conversation, this will keep you on the right path and not forget important points. But also, allow for flexibility if the conversation sways from your outline (Molen 10). At the beginning of the conversation, it is valuable to point out an overview of the topic and points you are going to be discussing, this engages the listener and informs them before the discussion commences (Molen 10). Another skill to acquire before a conversation, is to ask how much time the listener has to converse, try to keep within this time, to not misuse the person’s time (Molen 10). While conversing, refrain from slang, gossiping, lying, exaggeration, constant critisicm, negativity, offensiceness, and profanities, as they may not only offend and irritate the listener, but you will also loose credibility, and not provoke professionalism (Ludden 13, 62). A few things to remember are; use clear pronounciation, speak slowly (but not so slow that people think your mocking their intelligence, use correct grammer (or the listener will question your education), be clear, and don’t use certain words repetitively to keep the listener interested (Ludden 13, 54). At t... ... middle of paper ... ...igner's Outlook." Personal interview. 9 Mar. 2010. Conroy, Richard. "Importance of Communication from a Profession Designer's Outlook." Telephone interview. 9 Mar. 2010. Page, Nancy. "Importance of Communication from a Profession Designer's Outlook." E-mail interview. 8 Mar. 2010. McCluskey, Ellen. "Importance of Communication from a Profession Photographer's Outlook." Personal interview. 16 Mar. 2010. Arcprint Nanaiamo, BC Canada, Lindsay. "Importance of Communication from a Profession Reprographic Clerk's Outlook." E-mail interview. 10 Mar. 2010. Douglas, Lauren. "Importance of Communication from a Student Designer's Outlook." Personal interview. 16 Mar. 2010. Goofio, Hesh. "Importance of Communication from a Client's Outlook." Personal interview. 16 Mar. 2010. IMAGES http://www.mytrainingbc.ca/eslsap/training/mod_4/img/nonverbalpie.gif
Sandro A. Carrasco is a Pratt alumnus. He graduated in 2012, with a Bachelors of Architecture degree. He is currently the associate project manager for Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), at their Madison Avenue, New York, New York office. I am inspired by the many positions Sandro held, during his tenure at Turner Construction Company. A company, I intend to work for upon graduation. Therefore, I wanted to learn about the transition process. I was also curious to learn more about Sandro and his experiences. Therefore, this desire to establish a mentorship with Sandro motivated my decision to interview him; for the betterment of my career, in the future.
Use non-verbal communication such as gesture, facial expression and written communication wherever possible; use pictures, symbols or music to support communication and understanding; not finishing an individual’s sentence unless asked to :avoid negative statements; take care with tone of voice and body language ; be aware of any hearing , visual or second language difficulties; use listening skills to interpret intended meaning
Porterfield, Deborah. Interview with a Professional: Q & A. New York, New York: Infobase Publishing, Inc., 2008. 6-7. Print.
Not just designers, but also other artists that influence our daily lives like architects and animators and industrial designers. Practically any field you could possibly think of.
Dan O'Hair, Mary Wiemann, Dorothy Imrich Mullen, Jason J. Taven. (2012). Dan O'Hair, Mary Wiemann, Dorothy Imrich Mullen, Jason J. Taven. In M. W. Dan O'Hair, Real Communication: An Introduction (pp. 35-64). Boston, New York: Bedford / St. Martin's.
The need for interpersonal communication across all human endeavors is growing especially in the context of
Verbal and written communication skills are important competencies in the workplace, as much as 33 percent of the day is spent listening (Walker, R., 2015). Although a significant amount of our time is spent listening, this is a misunderstood skill often overlooked by professionals. “The ability to listen effectively can have a big impact on our ability to communicate well with others. Effective listening can help us build relationships, be more productive, and determine whether others are being deceptive” (Walker, R., 2015). To be an effective manager, teacher, collaborator, or leader one must be an effective listener. Effective listening is processing the information given to you by a speaker, showing that you are listening and attentive.
Hamilton, C. (2008). Communicating for results: A guide for business and the professions(8th ed.). Belmont, CA: Thomson/Wadsworth.
Oral and Written Communication skills are two of the most important skills a person could have in the workplace. Without the ability to effectively communicate or understand communication in written or auditory form taking and giving direction would be extremely difficult. Oral communication is simply the act of talking and listening. If a person can effectively convey his thoughts in spoken word and interpret others spoken words into their intended thought then they can effectively communicate orally. The same concept can be applied to the written word. The U.S. Deptartment of Labor breaks oral communication into two areas:
Hegeman, J. (2008). The Thinking Behind Design. Master Thesis submitted to the school of design, Carngie Mellon University. Retrieved from: http://jamin.org/portfolio/thesis-paper/thinking-behind-design.pdf.
Many people interact verbally as well as nonverbally. However, two major roles are present when verbally communicating. In order to effectively communicate, one must know how to speak adequately as well as listen efficiently. Listening is the main focus since according to the textbook, the average person spends more time listening than anything else. Listening is described as the “process of selecting, attending to, creating meaning from, remembering, and responding to verbal and nonverbal messages.” Though listening is such an effective part of communicating, it a skill that can greatly be improved in my
The designer has to be able to understand what the customer wants their product to look like. From the color, and font, to the size and what material they customer wants. Graphix Connections is a graphic design shop South Point, Ohio. I had the opportunity to ask the owner a few questions about verbal and non-verbal communication in his business. Keith Chapman has been in the graphic communications business for thirteen years. Most individuals learn how to be a graphic designer from schooling. Keith learned differently…he said, “It’s been passed down through family. My father started a home business making sign and banners. He taught me and I’ve taught my children”. Starting your own business cannot be easy, but for Chapman it wasn’t about being a business owner it was about doing something that was passed down through family. He stated, “My father gave me his equipment so I could make extra money. I loved the flow of the money I was making and having my kids’ help, so I decided that I could do it as an actual business and make it a family
IKEA. (2014). Marketing and communications: Getting our messages to the many people. Retrieved from http://www.ikea.com/ms/en_US/the_ikea_story/working_at_ikea/work_areas_marketing_communications.html
Communication is one of the most important factors in our lives. It dictates the relationships formed with the individuals in personal and professional lives. Effective communication provides a foundation for trust and respect to grow. It also helps better understand a person and the context of the conversation. Individuals often believe that their communication skills are much better than what they actually are. Communication appears effortless; however, much of what two people discuss gets misunderstood, thus leading to conflicts and distress. To communicate effectively, one must understand the emotion behind the information being said. Knowing how to communicate effectively can improve relationships one has at home, work and in social affairs. Understanding communication skills such as; listening, non-verbal communication and managing stress can help better the relationships one has with others.
“DA-DA!” Who would have known that a simple word like that could be so powerful and strong enough to make a grown man like myself cry. In every job setting, a great way to represent ourselves is through communication. Communication is stemmed from the act of speech, in which plays a huge role, not only at a workplace but in reality as well. Speech is simply a higher form of communication between two or more people. Great speech practices may enhance a person’s opportunity of moving up within the company he or she works for, as well as venturing off to higher positions in a professional field. Having the ability to speak well is closely related to the ability to listen well. Speaking well in a professional setting can cause one to stand out over others more and help interpret a great first impression of who that person is.