Effective Communications (7 Cs)
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The seven Cs
When We talk about Effective Communication one thing that comes in mind, what are the basic principles of effective communication . These principles tells us how your message can becomes effective for your target group, These principles also tell about style and importance of the message. These principles commonly known as 7 Cs of effective communication.
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Seven Cs of Effective Communication
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
Completeness Conciseness Consideration Concreteness Clarity Courtesy Correctness
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1) Completeness
Message Receiver- either listener or reader, desire complete information to their question. e.g. suppose you are working with multinational company who is engaging with engineering goods , like A.C. Now let say one of your major customer wants some technical information regarding thermostat (because he wants to convey the same to the end users ). In this case you have to provide him complete information in a short span of time. If possible, provide him some extra information which he does not know,. In this way you can maintain a good business relation with him, otherwise he may switch to an other company.
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Five Ws
One way to make your message complete is to answer the five Ws. WHO? WHAT? WHEN? WHERE? WHY? The five question method is useful when you write requests, announcements, or other informative messages. For instance, to order (request) merchandise, 6/13/12 clear WHAT you want, WHEN u need it, make
Conclusion of completeness
At the end we can say that, you must provide him:1. All necessary information as requested by him. 2. Answers to his all questions carefully 3. Provide some more information, which he is not requiring , just to maintain good relations.
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2) Conciseness
Conciseness means convey the message by using fewest words. Conciseness is the prerequisite to effective business communication. As you know that all businessmen have very short time . Hence a concise message save the time and expenses for both the parties.
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How To achieve the conciseness ?
For achieving the conciseness you have to consider the following. 1.Avoid wordy expression 2.Include only relevant material 3.Avoid unnecessary repetition.
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Avoid Wordy Expression
Some times repetition is necessary for focusing some special issue. But when the same thing is said with out two or three reasons, the message become wordy and boring. Thats why try to avoid Un-necessary repetition.
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Include only relevant information
Always try to provide only relevant information to the receiver of the message. Lets say one of your customer requested
for clients of the company in reply you should provide simply list of clients at the panel of your company. No need to provide detailed business information about client at all.
Observe the following suggestions to Include only relevant information.
Stick to the purpose of message Delete irrelevant words Avoid long introduction, unnecessary explanation etc.
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Avoid un-necessary Repetition
Some times repetition is necessary for focusing some special issue. But when the same thing is said with out two or three reasons, the message become wordy and boring. Thats why try to avoid Un-necessary repetition.
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Some ways to eliminate unnecessary words
Use shorter name after you have mentioned the long once. e.g. Spectrum communications Private limited use spectrum. Use pronouns or initials E.g. Instead of world trade organization use WTO or You can use IT for Information Technology.( keeping in views that receiver knows about these terms)
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3) Consideration
Consideration means To consider the receivers Interest/Intention. It is very important in effective communication while writing a message you should always keep in mind your target group consideration is very important C among all the seven Cs.
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Three specific ways to indicate consideration i-Focus on you instead of I or We ii-Show audience benefit or interest of the receiver iii-Emphasize positive, pleasant facts. Using you help you, but over use lead a negative reaction.
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Always write a message in such a way how audience should be benefited from it. e.g. We attitude I am delighted to announce that we will extend to make shopping more.
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You attitude You will be able to shop in the evening with the extended hours. Readers may react positively when benefit are shown to them. Always try to address his/her need and want.
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Always show/write to reader what has been done so far as his/her query is concerned. And always avoid that his/her need and wants. Always avoid that has not been done so far.
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4) Concreteness
It means that message should be specific instead of general. Misunderstanding of words creates problems for both parties (sender and receiver). when you talk to your client always use facts and figures instead of generic or irrelevant information.
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The following guidelines should help you to achieve the Concreteness. i- use specific facts and figures ii-choose image building words e.g General He is very intelligent student of class and stood first in the class.
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Concrete Alis GPA in B.Sc Electrical Engineering was 3.95/4.0, he stood first in his class. Always write on a very solid ground. It should definitely create good image as well.
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Accurately is purpose of clarity
In effective business communication the message should be very much clear. So that reader can understand it easily. You should always Choose precise words. Always choose familiar and easy words. Construct effective sentences and paragraphs.
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In business communication always use precise words rather longer statements. If you have a choice between long words and shorter one, always use shorter one. You should try your level best to use familiar/easy to understand words so that your reader will quickly under stand it
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Familiar 1-after 2-home 4-pay 5-invoice
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Next familiar words subsequent domicile e.g.
statement for payments
3-for example
remuneration
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Courtesy
Knowing your audience allows you to use statements of courtesy; be aware of your message receiver.
True courtesy involves being aware not only of the perspective of others, but also their feelings. courtesy stems from a sincere you-attitude.
it is not merely politeness with mechanical insertions of please and Thank you . Although Appling socially accepted manners is a form of courtesy . rather, it is politeness that grow out respect and concern for others.
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How to generate a Courteous Tone ?
The following are suggestions for generating a courteous tone:
Be sincerely tactful, thoughtful and appreciative. Use expressions that show respect for the others Choose nondiscriminatory expressions
Be sincerely Tactful, Thoughtful and Appreciative
Though few people are intentionally abrupt or blunt, these negative traits are common cause of discourtesy. avoid expression like those in the left hand column below; rephrase them as shown in the right-hand 6/13/12 column
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7) Correctness
At the core of correctness is grammar, punctuation and spelling. however, message must be grammatically and mechanically proper perfect
. The term correctness, as applied to business messages also mean three characteristics
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Use the right level of language Check the accuracy of figures, facts and words acceptable writing mechanics
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Use the right Level of Language
we suggest that there are three level of language
1. 2. 3.
formal informal substandard.
Take a quick guess: what kind of writing is associated with each level? What is the style of each?
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Formal and Informal Words
Formal writing is often associated with scholarly writing: doctoral dissertations, scholarly, legal documents, top-level government agreements and other material where formality is demanded. Informal writing is more characteristic of business writing. Here you use words that are short, wellknown and conversational as in this comparison list: More Formal Participate Endeavor Ascertain Utilize Interrogate 6/13/12 less formal Join try find out use question
Substandard Language
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Facts and Figures Accuracy
Check Accuracy of Facts, Figures and words It is impossible to convey meaning precisely, through words, from the head of the sender to a receiver. Our goal is to be as precise as possible, which means checking and doublechecking and double-checking to ensure that the figures, facts and words you use are correct. A good check of your data is to have another person read and comment on the validity of the material Figures and facts
Verify your statistical data Double-check your totals Avoid guessing at laws that have an impact on you, the sender and your
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Have someone else read your message if the topic involves data.
Proper Use of Confusing Words !
Our Language (Any) is constantly changing. In fact,even dictionaries can not keep up with rapid change in our language. the following words often confusing in usage: A, An use a before consonants and consonants sounds or a long u before vowels.
sound. Use an
Accept, except accept is a verb and means to receive. except is a verb or a preposition and relates to omitting or leaving out. Anxious, eager Anxious implies worry, eager conveys keen desire
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