Know Principles of effective communication

Principles of effective communication

 

Introduction


In effective communication, the message is successfully delivered, received, and understood. While communicating, we should consider two crucial elements: the targeted audience and the goal. If we manage to bring the audience to the desired goal, it can be inferred that the communication was successful and effective.

 

The 7 c’s of effective communication


  1. Completeness of the message: The message must be clear and geared to the receiver’s perception, and it must be based on facts.
  2. Correctness and coherence: Concrete and coherent messages are easier to understand and more reliable.
  3. Courtesy to the receivers: Together with considering the point of view of the targeted audience it is vital to approach the audience in a friendly and courteous manner.
  4. Correctness of the language: Use correct language while communicating, and avoid wrong use of verbs and grammatical errors, especially in written communication.
  5. Clarity of information: Clear language is characterized by explicitness, short sentences, and concrete words. Fuzzy language and cliché expressions should be avoided.
  6. Consideration of the targeted group: The message must relate to the targeted audience keeping in mind the factors such as professional knowledge, level of education, age group, and interests.
  7. Conciseness of the message: The message is clear when the storyline is consistent, especially while mentioning facts be concise, and use only supportive information.

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