The Power of Communication
The Power of Communication
Communication
Communication is essential for effective functioning of
individuals, groups, and organizations.
Submitted by :-
Divyansh Srivastava
Submitted to:-
Spoken or written words. Body language, gestures, facial Images, charts, graphs, symbols.
expressions.
• Conversations
• Phone calls
• Presentations
• Emails
• Reports
Flow of Communication
Upward
Subordinates to superiors.
Downward
Superiors to subordinates.
Horizontal
Peers or colleagues at the same level.
Diagonal
Individuals at different levels but in different departments.
Barriers to Effective Communication
Physical Psychological
Geographic distance, noise, environmental conditions. Stress, anxiety, prejudice, misinterpretation of messages.
Language Cultural
Differences in language, vocabulary, jargon, or use Differences in cultural backgrounds that may lead to
of technical terms. misunderstanding.
7 C’s of Communication
Clarity 1
Be clear and concise, avoiding ambiguity.
2 Conciseness
Keep the message brief and to the point.
Concreteness 3
Use solid facts and figures rather than vague or abstract terms.
4 Correctness
Use proper grammar, spelling, and language.
Consideration 5
Tailor the message according to the receiver’s perspective.
6 Completeness
Provide all the necessary information.
Courtesy 7
Maintain politeness, respect, and a positive tone.
Code and Content;
Stimulus & Response
Code System or language used
to encode the message.