How to express yourself with coworkers

GoodHippo
August 05
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Can you express yourself clearly to your coworkers?

3 Answers:

scubasteve8 avatar

Remember that you are in a professional environment – not at a bar with your buddies. Keep your language clean and professional. If you become friends with some, it is more acceptable to joke around and maybe tease one another, depending on the work environment. However, refrain from doing so until you're closer so nothing is misconstrued and nobody feels uncomfortable. 

eximum18 avatar

Don't be passive-aggressive, and don't gossip. If you have a disagreement with a coworker, try to keep it between just the two of you unless a higher-up needs to be involved. Don't have everyone else know your business. 

Go to them directly and honestly and respectfully state how you're feeling. Listen to their side as well – don't just hear what they say, but honestly and respectfully listen and understand. There are two sides to every story, and they may feel upset with you as well. 

Try to come to an agreement or compromise regarding the current issue or a plan to handle future situations. 

DivyangDhyani avatar

To express yourself clearly to your coworkers, it is important to:

Be concise: Get to the point quickly and avoid unnecessary details.

Be organized: Structure your communication in a way that makes it easy for your coworkers to understand.

Use simple language: Avoid technical jargon and complex terminology that might be difficult for others to understand.

Listen actively: Listen carefully to your coworkers and make sure you understand their perspective.

Ask questions: Don't be afraid to ask questions if you don't understand something.

Follow up: Follow up with your coworkers to ensure that they understand your message and to clarify any misunderstandings.

By following these tips, you can communicate more clearly with your coworkers, which can help you build stronger relationships, collaborate more effectively, and achieve better results.

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