Communications

Think about what would happen if during the next month you were forced to have NO communications with anyone. No reading, listening, watching, interacting – NOTHING!  As you think about that situation, I am certain that you will see how important communications with others really is. However, we spend very little time ensuring that we have the champion skills in communications with others.  Many don’t even really understand what

As you think about that situation, I am certain that you will see how important communications with others really is. However, we spend very little time ensuring that we have the skills necessary to ensure proper communications.  Many don’t even understand what communication is!  Developing the techniques of effective communications is critical to becoming the champion of your life.

The information contained in this topic may not be the most exciting information in this lesson. However, it may be some of the most important.

This lesson is divided into three parts.  First, you will learn about the nature of communication. You will learn to understand the components of communication and what effective communication is. Next, you will consider how distortion can affect your ability to effectively communicate.  You also learn about distortion and how it interferes with proper communications.  The last topic will cover the critical aspects of listening and feedback. If you don’t have the ability to listen effectively, you will not be able to communicate with others effectively.

Some of you may be tempted to skip through this material thinking you know how to communicate. Many of you may think that you have been doing it for years so what more do I need to know?  Please take the time to watch each of the three videos within this lesson. Your ability to become a real champion in your life may hinge on the degree to which you understand what is being presented in this lesson.