The following is an excerpt from the March 9 issue of The Wichita Eagle. Ray Hull, professor of communication sciences and disorders in audiology/neurosciences, discusses how an atmosphere of communication can make or break a work environment. (Subscription may be required to view full story.)
Much of what we do in our day-to-day interactions with employees and others in a business, educational or religious organization involves communication in one form or another.
But interpersonal communication goes much beyond simply talking. Interpersonal communication includes the creation of an “atmosphere” of communication that results in a positive and constructive work environment. It creates a positive environment for productivity and creativity.
And, the better we are in creating that environment, the more successful we and our organization will become.