How Can Communication Skills Boost Career Skills?

• Knowing your audience is probably the first thing you must identify when delivering a business message. You need to know the age, gender, ethnicity, level power, relation, educational aspects, etc. This will help you in communicating the proper way in order to relay a positive and effective message to your peers.

• Have visual aids present to allow for a full understanding of where you are coming from when delivering your message. Not only does this provide a clear and concise message to your audience, but it also shows knowledge and professionalism in what you are talking about.

•  Make sure you speak slow and pronounce each word properly. Grammar mistakes can show that you might not have practiced enough to deliver your speech, or that you know too little about what you are saying. Speaking slow and clear will gain the respect of your audience because it shows that you know what you are talking about.

•  Try not to use any slang terminology during your message. Keep everything simple and concise. This shows professionalism and makes you look better as a speaker. It is better to say less than to say more so keep it simple.

• The last thing is to be confident. No one wants to hear someone that isn't prepared for what they are talking about. This means dress nicely and stand up straight when speaking. Your audience will appreciate a message delievered with confidence and enthusiasm rather then someone who is not. Use hand gestures when needed and look each person in the eyes when you are speaking. This will show that you are confident in what you are trying to tell the audience.