During the 2023 Refresh Week Expo, majority of us stated that our goal this year is to become a better communicator and innovator. Here's how we define effective communication and innovation at GHA:

During the month of March we are challenging ourselves to grow in these areas by applying the previously shared tips during every meeting, phone call and in-person interaction. Click HERE to refresh on the previously shared tips on communication and innovation.

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WHAT'S YOUR COMMUNICATION STYLE?

Communication works for those who work at it.”

                           -John Powell

Communication is the key to success in ... just about everything. The reality is that the person in front of us probably does not see things the same way we do. Observing how we process information differently is the first thing we can do to streamline our different ways of communicating. If we don’t acknowledge this, we walk the risk of losing and confusing to the people in front of us. Effective communication is always receiver-oriented. So how can we make sure that our ideas and intentions are clear?

Put it into ACTION. CLICK BELOW to figure out your communication style.

Each style has details that impact the types of content the person focuses on. These are usually associated with specific personality traits.

•Action: the action-oriented communicator is focused on results and performance. They want to see and hear about achievements and actions to overcome challenges. They tend to be direct, quick to move from one topic to another, pragmatic and impatient. They need to keep things moving.

•Process: the process-oriented communicator is focused on facts, procedures, details and proof. They tend to be more systematic and logical, moving forward with caution. They want to see the plan in all its nitty-gritty detail.

•People: the people-oriented communicator is focused on feelings, motivations, people and relationships in general. They tend to be perceptive and emotional, more sensitive and spontaneous. They need to know why and feel assured that people have what they need.

•Idea: the idea-oriented communicator is focused on concepts and vision. They are creative and intrigued by new ways of doing things. They care about possibilities, not details. They can be provocative and charismatic and prefer to focus on the big picture.

TAKE ACTION !

Identify your communication style and read up on how to adjust your style to the other communication styles. (Remember, good communication is receiver-oriented.) Talk to your team about your style-- it'll help you understand each other and get on a path to superior team communication!