Communication

= ﻿Communication = 'Developing excellent communication skills is absolutely essential to effective leadership. The leader must be able to share knowledge and ideas to transmit a sense of urgency and enthusiasm to others. If a leader can't get a message across clearly and motivate others to act on it, then having a message doesn't even matter. Gilbert Amelio

**Webster's dictionary defines communication as:** 1. The activity of communicating, the activity of conveying information. 2. Something that is communicated by or to or between people or groups. 3. A connection allowing access between persons. 4. Intercourse by words, letters or messages, interchange of thoughts or opinions, by conference or other means; conference; correspondence. 5. That which is communicated or imparted; intelligence; news; a verbal or written message.

**Types of Communication and When To Use Them:**
 * Body Language
 * Written Communication
 * Oral Communication

**Barriers to Communication** **@Communication Tips** **Sources:**
 * Ten Principles for Leadership Communication
 * <span style="display: block; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Introduction to The Link Between Leadership, Change Management, and Communication
 * <span style="display: block; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Leadership Communication is the Number One Leadership Skill