How Do You Improve Interpersonal Communication Skills?
Millions of messages are communicated every day. Whether it’s the billboard you see on the way to work, the excuse you give your boss for being late or the kiss you give your spouse when you come home, communication is what helps individuals express themselves, provide direction and share information. Interpersonal communication is any form of communication between two people. This can be two friends, two lovers or the interaction with the cashier at the local coffee shop. Anyone can improve his or her interpersonal skills, and do it successfully. Take a piece of paper. Draw a line down the middle. Write “verbal” above one column and “nonverbal” at the top of the other. Purposely observe yourself for a day. Write down notes about your verbal and nonverbal communication after you interact with someone. Take note of the other person’s reaction. Record both positive and negative responses throughout the day. Before you communicate with someone, think about what you want to say. Use a voic
