Is alwasy important to communicate with team members using different types of communication methods.

Provided the the constructive criticism is done effectively and in a more positive manner is vital. Both receiving and giving feedback in a constructive way is more helpful then an irrational and judmental approach. Try and always be open and caring about feedback. In the end we all want our company to succeed.

Nonverbal communication is as important as verbally communicating. You wear your feeling/emotions all over your face.  Remember to always engage nonverbally in a positive manner. Posture and eye movements send messages to others on you mood and/or how you are feeling. 

I truly believe that time management is a key factor on any feedback positive or negative. When receiving positive feedback I believe it boosts work morale. I also agree with when giving constructive criticism it should be done in private and try to be as positive as possible. Feeback is a key ingredient to a smooth flowing work atmoshpere. 

Positive exchange from you and your staff is most effective. Stick to your agenda and always make aware the Purpose and Objectives up front. Incorporate all staff who are atending the meeting in a positive and creative manor. 

When speaking in front of a group try and know your group. humor may be the ice breaker to get their attention. Always know your Primary points and accentuate them throughout your speech. Involve your listeners and have them engage with you in the presentation. Confidence is also a key factor. 

When writing brainstorm with a rough draft. Keep it simple and straight to the point. When trying to get your point acrossed it may be better to do a written communication as well as verbal. 

use feedback as a learning and growing experience

planning and holding meetings will make your workplace succeed

practice makes perfect

keep things detailed and to the point.

gives knowledge and reminders of what we can do to better ourselves and employees for a better working environment.

The information presented is something we know and too often forget.  We become comfortable with the subject and forget the audience.  We want to look intelligent and knowledgeable and forget the presentation is not about us but the audience.  This presentation has put the listener back into the equation.  It is good to remember a little humility goes a long way.

Never take critism personal, but use it as a tool for improvement

It is very important to keep communications honest. Performance reviews are an arena where sugar-coating often takes place. If an employee is an average performer, give them an average rating. A misuse of performance evaluation will come back to haunt you when it is time to plan merit increases.

To summarize, communicate with others as you would prefer them to communicate with you. This will help prevent mistakes and build positive working relationships with others. In effect, it will help you and me to become  a better supervisor or manager in the workplace.

It is important to use visual aids to enhance the content of the presentation not divert the audience’s attention or overwhelm them.

I will ask the three questions before presentation to determine the usefulness of a visual aid,

1. Does it help the audience remember the point?
2. Does it clarify significant matters?
3. Does it impress?

This reinforced how important it is to be aware of your nonverbal communication as it has such a significant impact on the listener.

It is so important to listen to what someone is saying and not focus on the reply.

I have been presenting for 39 years on basically the same subject matter. The points this course brought out were spot on and I learned something in the process of taking this training. It just goes to show you that an old dog can learn some new tricks.