Dynamic Communication Requires adaptability

We learned some of the common problem areas of communication. But powerful communication depends on more than just avoiding the pitfalls. Dynamic communication that persuades and influences requires a speaker and a listener who are on the same wavelength. They have to be speaking the same style language. By understanding the four styles and the way they affect communication and behavior, you have the basis for expanding your communication potential. As you learn to adapt your communication to your listeners' style language, you improve your ability to communicate your ideas and feelings. You develop better relationships, avoid misunderstandings, and in­crease your effectiveness. You become multilingual in style communication.

2. Answer the questions based on the text:

- How can the understanding of style help you improve your communication in all work situations?

- What should you do to increase your adaptability in communication process?

- What does “adapting” mean in the context of communication?

- Can you name some ways of effective communication with Socializers, Directors, Thinkers, and Relaters?

- What techniques can help you adapt your communication style when you’re not sure about other person’s style?

- How can you increase directness and indirectness in communication? And why is it necessary to do?

- What does “increasing supportingness” include?

- What are the ways of increasing controllingness in communication process?