We’ve all experienced breakdowns in communication. They can be frustrating, confusing, and problematic to the success of our teams and organizations. In this recorded virtual networking event, we talked about communication styles and strategies to reduce potential communication breakdowns.
Communication Styles
based on research from Mark Murphy
Analytical: Prefer to have data and facts; use specific and precise language
Intuitive: Prefer to get the big picture and not get bogged down in too much detail
Functional: Prefer to focus on the process and think through plans step by step
Personal: Prefer to place emphasis on relationships and establishing personal connections to understand what others are thinking
Reflection Questions
- Which communication style best describes you?
- In what ways does the diversity of communication styles benefit your team or organization?
- In what ways might communication styles be distributed by role or job function?
- What is an example of a communication breakdown?
- What is the cost or effect of a communication breakdown? How does it effect people, the organization, etc.?
