Do you know that you are gifted?
Yes, all Human beings are uniquely gifted with two abilities. One, ability to interpret and second, ability to speak.
Because of this we all can understand and infer things around us to communicate with the opposite person. Talking makes life simple. We can explain what exactly is in our mind, but not keeping in mind the things below can ruin your conversation with anyone.

1. Not beating around the bush
   Talk what’s relevant. Be direct when it comes to explaining anything. Telling about everything but not the main point makes entire conversation futile. The importance is lost. So next time please make sure when you are asked to present about product specifications and uses you don’t end up telling process of its manufacturing and problems during its process.
2. Hear yourself
   Am I rambling? Am I being repetitive or am I ruminating unknowingly? Be aware how you sound, whether you sound pleasant, casual or hurtful. Always keep in mind about how your talk will be perceived. It is very important to be careful and listen to yourself when you are talking because you might end up being rude or sounding meaningless. Think before you speak if you can rephrase your words in a more sensible way.
3. Put yourself in listeners’ shoes
   Gauging listener’s mood and adjusting the conversation is what is effective communication all about. Listening is an active involvement. That is why just like speakers, listener’s state of mind and energy is equally important. Keep a watch on listener’s body language because actions speak louder than words.
4. Take time into consideration
   Time is very valuable. Indulging into any conversation takes time. So ensure that talks are fruitful. also make sure do not start an important conversation when someone is in hurry or is not attentive.
5. Carry possible solutions along with your complaints
   While speaking to your colleagues or seniors, when you have issues or discussion for a solution over an issue, make sure you have given thought over what are the possible ways, in which you can tackle your current problems. Share those along with your complaint. It will give a positive impact about you to others instead of being known for just complaining attitude.
6. Is it even necessary?
   Not every piece of information is necessary. Before you begin ask yourself is it needed to be shared. Ask yourself is it important for that person to know this information, will they really be interested in knowing? Time is a valuable commodity and discussions cost you time.
7. Do not extend meeting duration’s
   If you have gathered people for a quick meeting of 10 minutes and go on and on for 30 minutes, it makes listeners uneasy after a while. This is mainly because quick meetings are not meant to be elaborate. Arrange a separate session for in-depth discussions. It may so happen that listener has kept some important task on hold and is attending the meeting. If the duration extends then he is affected.
8. Know listeners will
   What exactly the listeners want to hear should be clear. It helps in your preparation and enhances your confidence level. Also, the listeners will be satisfied for having received exactly what they needed. Give chance to the listeners to share their views, as communication is two way process. If this is not considered you might make your listeners bored and it might give an undesirable impression.
   
   Always remember, effective and meaningful communication when done with great style makes you look smart and stand out. Mediocre people talk a lot but hardly make sense. Less time taken and less quantity of words do not matter for communication. It is only effective when intent and actions to be taken are clear to the listener.
   

Contributed by :
Aishwarya Kamalapurkar
Email: info@mentorsbaket.com