In this series you’ve learned how important your emotional quotient is when it comes to effective communication. Part of what determines your EQ are your social skills. The more highly effective they are, the better you are at communicating.
Your EQ is a measurement of how emotionally stable you are. Your stability makes it easier to adapt your communication style to fit into a wide variety of situations. Having a high EQ and high-functioning social skills can set you apart from people who are easily triggered by other people.
Here are some highly effective social skills that create better communication with other people
Social Skill- Being slow to anger. One of the easiest ways to breakdown good communication is anger. Being reactive, angry, or easily triggered can make it hard to stay calm during difficult times. Developing the ability to be slow to anger can help. Learning what triggers you to become angry and learning to override the sensation can help you stay calm rather than react.
Social skill- Use empathy. Being able to see things from someone else’s perspective is really important. A lot of the time, we see things through our own lens and don’t always consider what someone else is going through. Being empathic to other people can improve communication and give you common ground to stand on.
Social Skill- Self-awareness. Being aware of yourself is very important. How you impact others and what you can do to make experiences better and easier can help you have more effective communication. The more self-aware you are, the better you can adapt when communication is tricky or needs some finesse.
Social Skill- Intrinsic Motivation. Being motivated from within makes a big difference when it comes to communication. What drives you to be a better listener, be more curious, and consider other people when you communicate? The more motivated you are for good outcomes, the more likely you will be to adapt and get along well with others.
Your social skills are directly tied to the success of your communication. The higher your skill sets, the better your communication. Working on enhancing your skill sets will help you be a more effective communicator who gets healthier results. Discover your strengths and your weaknesses and build the skill sets you need to be stronger personally and you’ll see the benefits in your inter-personal relationships.
