For your blog this week, think of someone (e.g., family member, celebrity, politician, friend, or professor) who demonstrates competent communication within a particular context. What behaviors does this person exhibit that make him or her effective? Would you want to model some of your own communication behaviors after this person? Why or why not?
When I think of someone who is demonstrates competent communication within a particular context it is my mom, she can talk to comfortable and respectful to anybody. What I believe makes her so effective is she really listens and makes eye contact when she speaks to someone. She listens and repeats back what they have been saying when she responds. She has a way of making you feel comfortable and before you know it you have shared your whole life story with her:o) I would love to model some of my own communication behaviors after my mom. I get nervous when I have to speak to a person I do not know and I really do not like speaking in front of a large crowd. I do it on a semi-regular basis being the PTA president at my sons elementary school. I would like to be able to communicate with others with the ease that she does. Competent communication is vital when working with children and families, you need to not only communicate effectively with parents and children but also with your colleagues.
My husband, mom, and nieces getting ready to watch a movie!
Brandie
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DeleteBrandie,
I agree listening is a huge part of communicating. There are times people just want to be heard. They want no action taken they just want to be heard and validated. Your mom sounds as though she has perfected this skill. Thanks for sharing.
Brandi,
ReplyDeleteGreat parent, It is really great to have someone so close that knows how to listen effectively. I believe if I had a conversation with your mother I would feel very comfortable and I would feel like she is really concerned about whatever concerns me. That is important in communication a person wants to know that they are valued and that you care about the things that matter to them.
Good post