03/27/2018

How to Spot Really Good Communicators

They do any of these five things daily

The billionaire founder of the Virgin Group, Richard Branson, once wrote, "Communication makes the world go round. It facilitates human connections, and allows us to learn, grow, and progress. It's not just about speaking or reading, but understanding what is being said -- and in some cases what is not being said. Communication is the most important skill any leader can possess."

True. In fact, Forbes reports compelling research conducted by the Carnegie Institute of Technology that shows 85 percent of financial success comes from the ability to effectively communicate, negotiate, and lead, both when speaking and listening. The other 15 percent? Actual knowledge or technical skills.

We've asserted that communication is absolutely critical for success. Yet it is so multifaceted and beyond just the expression of words. In fact, if you want to master the full spectrum of communication, extensive research identified three areas that people will perceive and interpret your message, whether good or bad:

Please select this link to read the complete article from Thrive Global.