Two key pieces to communicate effectively
By Ana Paula Kiyama and Raúl Armando Medina
Communicating effectively has become a complicated process and something that we do not give the importance it deserves. We think that if our message does not reach people correctly, it is their fault and, it is not always the case.
You may think that to communicate effectively you need to know what you are going to say, prepare what you say and make sure that the other person is listening to you, but we believe that to communicate effectively you mainly require two key pieces: sincerity and the ability to listen to the others.
Are you surprised?
To communicate better, before we say anything, we must analyze what kind of conversation we are having to be in tune with everyone involved. To do this, we need to actively listen to the other person before speaking, understand what you want to express and what you are looking for from this conversation.
If you actively listen to your receiver, you can:
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Understand what type of conversation is taking place: emotional, decision-making or social
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You will be able to create a link with the person, since you will realize that the conversation is reciprocal and you are listening to it
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An effective conversation will be achieved, since the needs and interests of all those involved in the conversation will be taken into account.
When communicating, we forget that we are not the only ones in the conversation and that, for our message to arrive correctly, we must all be in tune and agree with what is being discussed. That is why it is important that we show our receiver that we listen to it and that we want it to be reciprocal.
In addition to actively listening, we also require another key piece for our conversation to be positive: sincerity.
The sincerity in communication is like that spark that ignites the campfire of trust and authentic connection. It is like the first step you take to build a bridge between two people.
With every honest word and every sincere action, we create a safe space where we can be ourselves without fear of being judged. This is how sincerity becomes the foundation on which we build solid and lasting relationships.
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**Trust at the highest level**
Being honest is like being transparent and that’s what makes you reliable. Who wants to talk to someone who is always hiding things or pretending?
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**Authentic Connections**
Sincerity helps you break down walls and build bridges. It’s like opening your heart and letting others see who you really are. This is what creates deep and genuine relationships.
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**Personal growth on the go!**
Sincerity helps you learn and grow. When you are honest with yourself and with others, you can see your mistakes and learn from them, which helps you become the best version of yourself.
In a world full of complications, when communicating, sincerity stands out as a vital necessity. It is the basis of authenticity in a world where pretending has become a day-to-day practice.
Embracing sincerity strengthens our relationships and allows us to live more authentic and meaningful exchanges. It is the path to a true connection with oneself and with others; A path worth traveling.
To engage in authentic conversations and communicate effectively, we require true connections and we always achieve that by being honest and listening to others. By directing us with the truth and paying attention to the messages from our recipients, we will be able to establish meaningful relationships that will lead us to foster a space of openness and trust so that we communicate properly.
Let’s not let our social exchanges not be authentic and meaningful, let’s take the reins and take all our communications to levels of effectiveness. We just have to speak sincerity and listen to others.
