Leadership Through Effective Interpersonal Communication Skills

Too often I see leaders who either don'tperson by interacting and simultaneously sharing
communicate; over communicate; communicateinfluence. It involves using communication skills
inappropriately through outbursts, anger, oreffectively. As well as using skills such as active
blaming; or don't communicate clearly.listening and tone of voice, they include delegation
Communicating effectively through strongand leadership. It is how well you communicate
interpersonal communication is the most criticalwith someone.
skill a leader can possess when working withHaving good interpersonal communication skill is a
others and it continues to be of great importancecombination of being able to say what you mean
to meet the demands of employee retention andclearly and concisely, and being able to take on
in the building of trust and confidence in anboard opinions of others and adapt what you say
individual's and organization's leadership.accordingly, as well as making them feel they can
Many leaders miss the mark when it comes tospeak freely. To do that, you've got to be aware
connecting with their followers due to a lack ofof your own role in the conversation and be able
interest in others ideas and opinions, out datedto manage your own attitudes and emotions
management styles, and the inability to work with(emotional intelligence). People with good
others. The ability to listen, read body language,interpersonal skills can generally control the
ask questions, provide feedback and generatefeelings that emerge in difficult situations and
effective two-way communication builds trust &respond appropriately, instead of being
can also prevent performance problemsoverwhelmed by emotion, and therefore the
challenges down the road. Great leadersnumber of conflicts is reduced.
consistently strive to strengthen theirWorking to strengthen your interpersonal
interpersonal communication competencies bycommunication skills will enhance your ability as a
building and maintaining open, supportive, andleader to articulate the vision of your organization.
collaborative relationships with others in theIt will ultimately strengthen and add value to the
organization.individual, team and organization at all levels.
So what are Interpersonal Communication Skills?Start enhancing your Interpersonal Communication
Interpersonal communication is the process ofSkills today.
developing a unique relationship with the other