ABSTRACT

In the previous chapter we discussed the essentials of written com-

munication. As managers you probably spend a large percentage

of your time communicating with people on a face-to-face basis;

this may involve your team, colleagues, other managers, customers

and suppliers. In all of these circumstances you need to be able to

communicate effectively. So often in the workplace a simple

message can be misunderstood with disastrous consequences.

Communication is a two-way process and you need to ensure

that you do communicate effectively, you listen actively and give

constructive feedback. This chapter covers: