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Communication Principles
Communication Principles
N PRINCIPLES
When we talk about effective
communication the foremost thing that
comes in mind is the " principles of effective
communication".
These principles guides in forming message,
its style and importance so that it becomes
more effective for the target audience.
These principles are called 7 Cs of
communication.
The 7 C’s Of
Communication
Clarity
Conciseness
Concreteness
7 C’s Correctness
Coherent
Complete
Courteous
1. Principle
of
Clarity
What is
clarity?
Clarity implies emphasizing on a specific message or
goal at a time, rather than trying to achieve too much at
once. Clarity in communication has following features:
1. Subsequent 1. Later
2. Accede 2. Agree
3. Endeavour 3. Try
4. Supersede 4. Replace
5. Disclose 5. show
What is the purpose
of Clarity?
Clarity is important in communication for several
reasons. First, it allows the message to be
understood by the person receiving it. If the
message is not clear, the person may misinterpret it,
which can lead to misunderstandings. Second, clarity
prevents misunderstanding and conflict.
2. Principle
of
Conciseness
What is
conciseness?
Conciseness means communicating what you
want to convey in least possible words.
Conciseness is a necessity for effective
communication. Concise communication has
following features:
• It is both time-saving as well as cost-saving.
• It underlines and highlights the main message.
• Concise communication provides short and essential message
in limited words to the audience.
• Concise message is more appealing and comprehensible to the
audience.
Examples:
Regards,
Dear Shiela,
Thanks for submitting the industry report.
Finn will give you some feedback on it. You will be
receiving an email from him with detailed comments.
Regards,
How To Make Your
Communication
Coherent?
These 5 Rules can
assist you in
Coherent
Communication
Rule number one is stick to the topic!
• When was letter sent? Who sent it? To whom it was sent?
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