Communicating Differently
I do not see myself Communicating any different to people
from other groups or even cultures. I see myself talking in a different way
depending on what the situation is. I know when I am teaching in my classroom
the children know when I am serious and they know when I am kidding around with
them. I think it depends on what is going on around the room and the concern
you are dealing with. I have to really know you to kid around or be joking
about something. There are only certain people I would know how to communicate
without them getting mad or even upset. You have to know their personality
really well to joke around.
Three Strategies that I would use to communicate more
effectively are as follows:
1) To get to know that person before kidding or joking
around with them. When I first meet a person I can usually tell if they good or
not so good. Getting to know a person would be good, so no one is judged for
their actions.
2) Make sure if you are communicating with someone not to
use any type of body language at all. To take their culture into consideration
when talking to a person.
3) To apply the platinum rule as much as possible on a daily
basis, and to take in consideration of the other person and the feelings they
are going through. The main thing is to remember this rule as much as possible
posted by Robin Stapleton @ 7:41 PM
1 Comments
1 Comments:
Hi Robin, I totally agree that using the Platinum Rule in all communication is a good strategy to ensure effective communication. I have quite a sense of humor and often have to restrain myself from using it until I get to know people better - I wouldn't want to offend anyone. You need to know people well before joking with them. I thought it was interesting that you said you wouldn't use any type of body language at all. I would find this difficult to do because I am one of those people who talk with their hands and I use many facial expressions! Thanks for sharing! Delores
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