Guidelines to effective communication Why is communication so important on the job? Without communication nothing happens. To win a sale, gain approval for a proposed project, or motivate subordinates to follow a new policy; we have to communicate. To persuade management to accept our analysis of a situation, respond to inquiries from government regulators, or inform special interest groups about our employer`s activities; we have to communicate. Communicating is so important at work that …showed first 75 words of 1164 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1164 total…communicating effectively is vital to getting things done and working productively with people. Communication is always a two-way street. It involves giving information and getting feedback. It is not finished when information is given. Essential rules for effective communication 1.         Consider the interlocutor as a person, who merits respect. 2.         Remember that you are communicating with a person, not a machine. 3.         Be clear and concise. 4.         Beware of cultural differences. 5.         Never emphasize a problem without presenting a solution.