Communication is critical in our daily interaction with people yet it is often being neglected. In my opinion, there are several reasons why we need to communicate effectively.
Conveying a message clearly and unambiguously is important especially to students like us. In NUS, I am actively involved in co-curriculum activities (CCA) and academic group projects which would require good interpersonal communication skills. Honestly, the lack of effective communication skills has hindered my contribution to group projects and CCA. Misunderstanding of messages has caused several serious setbacks such as project delay. Therefore, effective communication will be a crucial skill for me in order to complete a group project or assignment efficiently and correctly.
Next, bad communication skills could result in conflicts especially between friends and couple. For instance, a speaker who is not able to communicate effectively could make the receiver felt offended and thus trigger a conflict. I did experience quite a number of arguments in the past with friends or family members which were due to communication problems. It took certain period of time to get the relationship back to recover.
Finally, effective communication skill is vital so as to excel in future career. In today highly competitive environment, an excellent academic result will not be adequate to lend you a hand in career development. What is most crucial is the ability to communicate effectively so as to express and promote you to your boss or interviewer. Besides helping us to secure a position in company, outstanding communication skills could also help to build up rapport with colleagues and higher administrative officers.
In conclusion, communication is essential in daily life and it should not be ignored. In my opinion, it will be one of the most vital elements which could determine my achievement in life. That's the main reason why I am taking Es2007S; to learn how to communicate professionally.
