Many underestimate the importance of workplace communication. While the truth is, workplace communication is essential to productivity, morale, and employee engagement. Therefore, we need to optimize our workplace communication.
Here are some ways to break down communication barriers.
How to run the perfect meeting
Meetings usually are too long with only one person talking. Yet, meetings are still necessary. Thus, it has to be done right.
The key is to keep the invite list short by only including people to whom the subject matter of the meeting is relevant. Besides, you need to also bring your agenda. In the end, do not forget to have clear calls of action with specific deadlines.
Besides, if you are the facilitator of a meeting, doesn’t always mean you should be the main voice being heard.
Stop getting interrupted
Now you know how to control a perfect meeting, but you cannot control other people. They may give a lot of interruptions.
If that happens, a meeting can leave you frustrated and mad.
All you can do is stay positive. Try saying the person’s name and how you appreciate the insight, but you would like to finish your thought.
It’s also helpful to have a few go-to phrases keyed up to avoid getting derailed from an interruption.
Get the recognition you deserve
It’s also important for your professional advancement to get recognition for your contributions. If you do not get credit for your hard work, there are ways to tactfully get the acknowledgment you deserve.
Regular check-ins with your manager create the perfect setting for progress updates. Besides, it may also help to articulate what you’ve been working on.
And don’t be scared to spread the love yourself. When you acknowledge and celebrate your peer’s achievements, they will be more likely to return the favor.
