Effective & Empowering Communication with NLP |
Neuro-Linguistic Programming is a fascinating study of how we think and communicate, verbally and non-verbally – and how we can reinforce and/or reprogram our patterns of behavior to help us lead more fulfilling and successful lives. It also helps us to be more aware of how we ‘connect’ with others and how we can influence circumstances or situations for the better.
When you’re engaged in a great conversation, have you ever noticed the similarities between you and the person you are speaking with? Your tempo and tone of voice is likely in sync and you might even be standing or sitting the same way. On the contrary, have you ever felt ‘disconnected’ with someone and not sure why? Perhaps there are times that you would like to be able to change this. Being more aware of yourself and others is the first step. There are very simple ways that you can create synergy between you and others; and even influence the energy in a room. What else do many of us do everyday? We correspond via email. In this instance, there isn’t the benefit of noticing someone’s facial expression or body language. Here are some tips to help you still build good rapport:
- Ask yourself, “Does my message reflect my company and my intentions positively, or have I left anything ‘up for interpretation’ (i.e. too brief can come across as abrupt or rushed)?”
- When responding to someone, notice how they communicate and mirror it (within reason), being mindful still of the impression you want to put forth.
- Do your utmost to reply in a timely fashion.
- Check your grammar and spelling, especially of people’s names. Take a second to review your email before hitting ‘send’, to ensure you’ve communicated clearly.
- In business especially, create an automatic signature line, so your contact info is easily accessible.
Don’t let the hustle and bustle of life distract you from the importance and value of simple niceties. Quite often, there is a goldmine of opportunity awaiting us when we make the right things a priority.
By Sheri Andrunyk
Master NLP Practitioner
Writer, Entrepreneur and Life Coach
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