Good writing, reading, listening and speaking skills are imperative if tasks have to be done and goals achieved. Below are some tips you could use to develop communication skills.

Know what communication means; transferring messages through various methods used to establish and modify relationships.

Be confident about yourself and say what comes to your mind. Be aware of your opinions and if, they fit the situation air them. Whether they’re worthwhile or not, depends from person to person.

New skills take time to develop, so practice. Each day, take simple steps and start a conversation with your friends.

Whenever having a conversation, make eye contact with your listener(s). this way, you know when they’ve stopped following you as well as, it develops a better relationship; making your interaction more successful.

For an effective conversation use gestures; include your hands and face. As the group gets bigger, the gestures should get frequent. If required use your entire body. But, never send mixed signals. Your gestures should match your talk in every manner. A nod doesn’t go well with a negative speech.

Keep your attitude constructive and sincere. Believe in others’ potential and ideas. This has a huge impact on your composure and interaction.

A good speaker should always be a good listener. Communication is a two way relationship. Nobody likes to be lectured; try listening to others and avoid the impulse to listen only till the end of a sentence and blurt out your ideas.