Communication
We have become a culture where talking to an actual person is a luxury
Simon Sinek
Let’s first focus on the basics. There are four key “tests” that determine if communication is effective. We’ll begin with two: The physical ability to pass the information (can or can’t) The willingness to pass it (will or won’t) ... The quality of the message (accurate, complete, timely, relevant) The receipt of the information (able or unable to
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Herb Cohen, often called the world's best negotiator, said, "Effective listening requires more than hearing the words transmitted. It demands that you find meaning and understanding in what is being said. After all, meanings are not in words, but in people."?
Being a good communicator is a journey, not a destination.
John Maxwell
General Communication: The "Rule of 7" suggests that individuals need to hear a message approximately seven times before they consider taking action or fully understanding it. This principle is often applied in marketing and educational contexts to ensure retention and comprehension
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If someone doesn’t understand you, it’s not their fault — it’s yours.
joshspector.com • 40 One-Sentence Communication Tips
Communication is about what is received, not what is intended. If there is a gap between what you are saying and what they are hearing, you have to find a new way to say it
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The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it taken place.
Bernard Shaw