Here are 5 communication mistakes you should stop making at work.
Mistake 1: Using Jargon
Just speak in simple and clear English. Why are you using words like "hitherto", "herein thereafter" or "hullaballoo"? Jargon can throw your listeners off and distract them from your message.
Mistake 2: Acting too serious
Can you smile a bit when you are doing that presentation? Can you add a little humor here and there in that long email? When you sound too serious, it is hard for you to get accurate feedback.
Mistake 3: Staying stuck in the 1800s
You are wasting paper printing out memos. Nobody is going to read that. Are you actually distributing printed memos to your Gen Z employees? Other communication channels like emails are savvier.
Mistake 4: Not setting clear goals and objectives
You shouldn't assume that your teammates will automatically figure things out. Be clear on the expectations and goals. This will help produce better and faster results.
Mistake 5: Not encouraging dialogue
"Effective communication is always a two-way street. If you want improvement within your organization, it is important to open up the channels of communication between you and your employees" (simpplr.com).
What communication mistakes do you often see in the workplace?
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