This application this week has set the tone for who I really am as a communicator. Verbal and non-verbal communication can have either a negative or positive impact on one’s life. On many occasions I am forced to speak in front of group of people and it is my desire to leave a lasting impression.
The listening styles assessment revealed that I was a people oriented person who is empathetic and always concerned about others feeling. This is exactly who I am. My friends and family always tell me how compassionate I about wanting to meet the needs of others. It has always being my passion to help build people up. I had a very rough childhood so I think of my life experiences as millstones that I have overcome. Knowing that I am able to help others is a blessing within itself.
One thing that was a bit surprising for me was my results from the verbal aggressiveness assessment. My score was a 69. This means that “with little provocation I may cross the line from argumentativeness”. I guess it is those unintentional things that I say which can be harmful to those whom I am speaking with. This assessment really stirs my curiosity as I never felt as if I came across offensive when speaking with others. It is never my desire to harm or degrade others. Our choice of words when communicating should not be harmful to others.
One insight that I gained from this assignment was how other’s perception differ from mine. The communication anxiety assessment has helped me realize the importance of overcoming my fear of speaking in front of a crowd of people. I want to be effective communicator so I must be comfortable enough to speak in front of large group of people.
Nequiatuia, My listening styles assessment came out the same as yours as far as people oriented. I believe that people need someone to understand them. My father says that "If you are unable to step in someone else's shoes, then how can you know what they go through" I took it as "if I can not understand their trails then who am I to make judgement on them." Therefore, I always listen and speak to others with compassion. I like the way you posted about you. I feel that I may know you more. Great Post!
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