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And the Map to Success •What Communication is •How we Communicate •The Parts of Communication •Where is Communication seen •How communication relates to a team •How Communication relates to a leader What is Communication? Communication is the act of accurately sending a message, and having another person correctly receive the message that was sent. How Do We Communicate? What do you think? Verbal Communication Non-Verbal Communication Verbal Communication Ways that we communicate verbally Voice Pitch Tone Speed/Pace Volume Non-Verbal Communication Ways to communicate physically Hand Gestures Eye Contact Body Language Posture Facial Expressions Snake Pit Conversation! We need 3 Volunteers! Parts of Communication Active Listening Clear Speaking Shows that you care about the Speaking without stoppers, conversation, and that you are paying attention Ask questions pertaining to the conversation Be able to empathize with the speaker actively engage in conversation, and expressing your thoughts clearly Stoppers 1. Judging 2. Blaming 3. Criticizing 4. Threatening 5. Name Calling 6. Preaching 7. Ordering 8. Shaming 9. Psychoanalyzing 10. Instructing OBSTACLE COURSE!!! Where have you seen Communication in Action? Examples: School, CDE teams, family, work… Why is Communication seen in these areas? For you, were these experiences good or bad? Why? How is communication Important to a team? Avoids miscommunication Solves problems Builds Honesty Encourages reliability/integrity Each members input is heard How is Communication important to a leader? Builds trust Builds respect Helps accomplish and guide goals Inspires team mates Allows all input to be heard Keeps peace amongst the team Draw a Bug Activity! A sheet of paper A pencil Great listening skills Imaginations! Out of the temple…. •Communication uses both physical and vocal means- Its not what you say its how you say it •Good communication is being able to send a message, but also to actively listen •Communication is VITAL to a team, and to you as a leader •So pass on your torch of communication, spread the word!