Author: Masudur Rashid

What is talking Talking is the oral expression of knowledge, ideas, viewpoints and emotions through words. From dawn to dusk, we are talking formally and informally to exchange our views and knowledge. But, when we will need to talk formally with others, we should be careful. Effective talking should be planned just as carefully as planning what we write. So, we should choose appropriate style and words in talking with others. So, talking is the oral expression between two more people about the knowledge, ideas, viewpoints and conations through oral words. Elements of good talking The elements of good talking…

Communication takes place between two parties or groups of parties. One party sends the message and the other party receives it. If the receiver receives the message in a way the sender sends, it is called effective communication. Some definitions of renowned authors on effective communication are quoted below: Ricky W. Griffin said, “Effective communication is the process of sending a message in such a way that the message received is as close in meaning as possible to the message intended.” According to Terry and Franklin, “Effective communication involves the most accurate sending and receiving of information, full comprehension of…

A few years ago, meetings usually meant a conference room, a whiteboard, and perhaps a plate of biscuits. Today, things look different. A large number of company meetings now take place virtually. Thanks to tools like Zoom and Microsoft Teams, colleagues from different continents can meet as easily as if they were in the same building. But while virtual meetings sound simple, running them well is another story. Poor internet, endless talking, or awkward silences can turn them into a nightmare. On the other hand, with the right preparation, tools, and etiquette, virtual meetings can be even more effective than…

As we known form analyzing our own mental filters, we human beings are self-centered creatures. Because we are self-centered, we tend to see each situation form our own points of view. In letter writing situations, this attitude may lead us to a writer-oriented, we-view point approach-one that places emphasis on ourselves and our interests rather than on our readers and their interests. Such approaches obviously do not elicit the most positive responses in our readers, because they too are self-centered. The result is not conducive to building goodwill, nor does it help get your readers to do things you want…

Communication and management are closely linked with each other. Communication is directly related to the basic management functions of planning, organizing, leading and controlling. Evaluating business environment, preparing plans and making decisions requires communication. Delegation, coordination, supervision and organizational development-all are done by means of communication. Developing reward system and interacting with subordinates as a part of leading function would be impossible without communication. Establishing standards, monitoring performance and taking corrective actions as a part of control also requires communications. Therefore, communication is termed as the life-blood of an organization. Bartol and Martin said that “managers spend most of their…