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Communication is one of the most vital soft skills you
can develop, and with practise, anyone can improve.
So, what exactly are communication skills, and why
are they so crucial in the workplace?
Why communication
skills ma琀琀er in the
workplace
Communication skills go beyond simply exchanging
information. They impact every area of your work
life, from fostering collaboration to creating new
career opportunities. Here are some key ways
strong communication skills can bene昀椀t your
career:
Build relationships
Strong communication fosters trust, understanding,
and be琀琀er working relationships with colleagues,
clients, and stakeholders.
Improve teamwork
E昀昀ective communication skills enhance
collaboration by ensuring that team members
clearly understand goals, roles, and expectations.
Increase career opportunities
Being able to communicate con昀椀dently and
concisely makes you a standout candidate for
promotions and new job opportunities.
Types of
communication
There are several di昀昀erent forms of
communication, each is important and plays
an essential role in the workplace.
Verbal communication
This involves clearly expressing your thoughts
and ideas through speech, whether during
meetings, presentations, or casual conversations.
Non-verbal communication
Your body language, facial expressions, and
eye contact can say just as much as words.
Being mindful of these cues can strengthen your
interactions.
Wri琀琀en communication
From drafting concise emails to creating reports,
writing clearly ensures your message is understood
and helps avoid confusion.
Active listening
Good communication isn’t just about talking—it's
about listening, too. By really focusing on what
the other person is saying, you can respond in a
way that’s more thoughtful and meaningful.
