Simon Drake – Writer

Communication isn’t just about touching a button and chairing a video conference call between two research stations in sub-zero temperatures at different poles of the earth. Communication is a loop of hearing, comprehending and replying. Good communication skills involve speaking less and rationally evaluating what you hear. So why are there so many communication problems in the office? Is it perhaps, intentional? Or purely accidental and occupational? Why don’t we get sick of hearing the same old stuff? Is it because we get paid for it?
One of the most common signs of trouble is Lack of Communication. Do not confuse non-communication as a lack of communication. Lack of communication can involve several people conversing about something not related to what they should be talking about, because they are too afraid of expressing individualistic views. To avoid lack of communication, separate people and talk to them individually. Comfort them, trick them, do anything to avoid lack of communication.
Even though business has gone from letters to faxes to BlackBerries, it doesn’t mean what anyone is communicating has to improve. Clear communication requires a clear mind, and a clear mind requires a clear sense of purpose.