Hi,Lets go straight to Tip number 2: Communicate to be understood
Communication is the most important skill in managing a project. You spend
years learning how to read and write, and years learning how to speak. But what
about listening? What training have you had that enables you to listen so you
really, deeply understand another human being? Probably none, right?
Communication is important for any project. It is next
to impossible to have a successful project on any level without good
communication. Most project managers only practice one part of communication, the
speaking. However, the second part of communication is to listen. Listening is
a vital part of the communication and it takes a lot of work. Individuals have
to listen with their ears and their reasoning open and judgment closed. The
reason is, when most have a conversation instead of listening, the other person
will spend that time thinking about the rebuttal. Listening to what the person
is saying and seeking to understand is a step in the right direction toward
communication success. The best way to begin a conversation is by creating an
object; know what you want to accomplish with the conversation and work toward
that end.
Next week we will explore tip number three:
Learn to be a power negotiator. Please join us.
Wonderful, well said.
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