ABSTRACT
Over the past 20 years, research has provided insight into the processes of human perception and communication. These insights have led to the development of tools and procedures that increase the effectiveness of that communication significantly. The communication process is divided into seven distinct steps. When taken in order, these steps give the speaker the ability to communicate and influence a wide variety of people. Engineers and technical professionals in the IEEE environment can use the "7-Step Effective Communication Process" to increase their communication effectiveness. By doing so they will stand out as being more capable and more competent at influencing, leading, and conveying ideas and concepts to their colleagues and to others.
