Listening and Communication Skills -- Part 3

Understanding Your Audience
Everyone is listening for the way that your message will  impact them.  It is important to consider the following factors when communicating with another person:

• Gender
• Age
• Ethnic or cultural background.
• Educational level and occupation.
• Political and religious affiliations.
• Prior knowledge of your topic

Considering these factors will help you tailor your message to your receiver and will increase the likelihood of effective communication.

Until next time...






Sheryl Tuchman, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
http://tools2succeed.com/