Communicating Differently with People

I communicate differently based on the situation. The way I communicate with my friends out to dinner is not the way at a staff meeting or professional training. I adapt my skills, body language and word selection to the environment I am in. I communicate differently among different situation and groups of people because it shows respect and professionalism. I am also careful of using slang or disrespectful gestures when meeting new people. I think it is important to stay neutral and conveys your opinions and knowledge courteously.  

  

According to an article found online: "Oral and written communication is generally easier to learn, adapt and deal with in the business world for the simple fact that each language is unique. The one difficulty that comes into play is Paralanguage, “Language refers to what is said, Paralanguage refers to how it is said. Even though, logically, the same words should convey the same meaning the volume, rate, and emphasis placed on those words can change the meaning of the phrase. The example given by Huseman took the sentence “I would like to help you” and simply by placing the emphases on the words I, Like, Help, You in four different sentences changes the meaning of the phrase".

Reference:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cross-cultural_communication. Retrieved online 1/22/2012.

Communication Within a Particular Context

I chose this picture to add to my blog because I think this is a great example of the consequences of poor communication. 

An example of a great communicator I had I experienced in my professional life is a person my company contracted out to assist with our NAEYC process. She implemented several forms of communication for our staff. For example, she set up a blog, created a NAEYC email address portal that allowed people to email multiple people, provided group and one-on-one training, set up go-to-meetings online, and made herself available by phone during certain office hours. In addition to her availability, she has the skills to communicate positively, rationally, and effectively.

She had compassion and the understanding for the NAEYC process. She understands the intense emotions that coupled the process. She is very supportive and has marvelous and creative ideas.

I am trying to model my communication skills and interpersonal skills after her because I had a positive professional experiences working with her.