As a career seeker what does it mean to engage in a productive conversation with a potential employer? As an educator, how do you create conditions that allow you to have a productive conversation with your students? Developing effective communication in either setting requires an understanding of the process and barriers that prevent a positive outcome.
There are several factors that influence and potentially restrict the process of communication, including internal filters, listening skills, and an ability to express needs and expectations. These factors were considered in my first blog, Meaningful Interactions for the Career Seeker & Adult Educator. Now I want to talk about breaking past all of the potential barriers and help you to discover how to become a better communicator.
