JumpStart Monday: Motivational Quotes for Great Communication Skills
“The real art of conversation is not only to say the right thing in the right place, but to leave unsaid the wrong thing at the tempting moment.” - Dorothy Nevill
Time and time again I hear people matter-of-factly use words or phrases that distract, detract, and deflate their message. Is it any wonder their message is misunderstood or not well received? When we choose to use verbal faux pas, instead of communicating clarity and confidence, we create confusion and mistrust.
The following is a list of the most common verbal faux pas to banish from your vocabulary:
- “Let me be honest with you”
(Common variations include “To tell you the truth,” and “To be frank with you.”)
Translation: Dishonest Communication. This phrase implies that, up to now, you’ve been deceitful or haven’t been completely honest-that, in some way, you’ve been holding back.
Powerful Choice: Avoid this verbal distraction, and you’ll keep your audience focused on your message.
- “Kinda,” “Sorta,” “Wanta”
(Example- “It’s kinda hard to share my feelings with her.”
Translation: Uncertainty. These words express your uncertainty and inability to communicate your thoughts. (“I know what I want to say, I just don’t know how to express it.”) When we communicate, we need to always ensure that we convey a clear message-don’t waste words.
Powerful Choice: Communicate clearly by not using these words. A stronger message is, “It is difficult for me to express my feelings to her because she interrupts me often.” This clearer message clearly and accurately conveys your thought. (Read the rest of the article at communication skills)
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