Communication

“The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place.” George Bernard Shaw.

The number of books written on this topic and the amount of discussion and training that happens is proof that as much as it is easy to understand, it is difficult to follow; work and personal life included.

I have had team members before and during their appraisals I was "always never" able to rate their communication skills as even 'good' let alone rate them exceptional. If all was well, did we need a HR at all?!!

I must quickly add 'on the lighter side' lest I be misunderstood with this 'communication' that all that HR does is communicate and help communicate effectively!

I am now a firm believer that the underlying reason for this is laziness. Yes, as simple as that!

Want to learn how to communicate better? Watch your son. When he says he wants the toy, he will tell you in not just one but ten ways. When he says he doesn't like sharing the toy, he will demonstrate it and how!