Monday, December 31, 2012

Angel Number Signs & Communication

Numbers are a wonderful way for our angels and guides in our life to communicate with us. They can show up anywhere and in multiple ways.

These types of numbers are a way to convey messages to us about issues that are going on in our lives as well as answers to questions we are asking for help on. The numbers generally show up in patterns in our lives, such as on the clock, license plates and other places you find multiple numbers. They generally come in sets of three number patterns but can come in four or more number sequences.

Here is a break down of some of the most popular number patterns and the meanings of them as they were explained to me from my work with the angels, archangels and guides.

Angel Number Signs & Communication

000 - This number sign is to remember that you are one with the Universe and Spirit. This can also mean that you may be experiencing a void in your life and to reconnect!

111 - One's are an energy flow number and are to remind us to watch the things that we are doing, feeling and thinking when these numbers arrive.

123 - This is an angel's way of letting us know to go back to the basics and simply our life.

222 - Two's are a process of ascension sign, so stay strong and have faith!

321 - These patterns are shown to us during a regressive sign in our life and energy fields.

333 - Three's show up in our life during a decision based energy time. These are associated with 666 and 999 number patterns.

444 - Four's are a resurrection number and are attributed to thousands of angels surrounding you and your life at this time, so ask for their help when needed!

555 - Five's are major life changes are occurring and manifesting at this time!

666 - This is a material world number pattern, so remember to balance your thoughts.

777 - Seven's are an integration of your manifestations!

875 - This pattern is a sequence to show that your changes you are making are manifesting in your life.

888 - Eight's are an infinity sign associated with an ending and new beginning in your life.

999 - This number pattern is suggestive of a spiritual number pattern, so stay positive in your faith!

1010 - This energy pattern is to show an example of creation in progress.

1212 - This number pattern is showing us to have faith as the angels are guiding you to improve something in your life.

Keep a list handy of the multiple number meanings and how they relate to you in your life handy, as you never know where they are going to pop up. Don't try to look for them or understand them all, just ask for guidance and to be shown a sign and see how they turn up!

Angel Number Signs & Communication
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Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Why Non Verbal Communication is Important

What is communication?

It is a process that involves exchange of information, thoughts as well as ideas and emotions.

Based on the channels used for communicating, the process of communication can be broadly classified as verbal communication and non verbal communication.

Why Non Verbal Communication is Important

Non verbal communication is the most important method of communication that we have available as human beings. It is estimated that 55% of our communication is based on the non verbal communication methods, and only 38% is attributed to vocal communication, whereas written communication comes third with only 7% of our total.

The process of communication involves a sender that encodes and sends a message, which is then carried via the communication channel to the receiver. He/she decodes the message, processes the information and sends an appropriate reply via the same communication channel. This process is similar whether we are employing verbal or non verbal methods of communication.

Communication includes written and oral communication, whereas the non verbal communication includes body language, facial expressions and visuals, such as diagrams or pictures, all of which are used as a means of communication.

Important non verbal methods of communication

There are eight main methods of non verbal communication. Generally we are very familiar with the idea of 'body language'. But this is a general term which covers different types of non verbal communication such as Gesture, Posture and Eye-Gaze.

1. Eye gaze
Eye contact can indicate interest, attention, and involvement. Gaze includes the actions of looking while talking, maintaining eye contact while listening, patterns of fixation, pupil dilation and blink rate.

2. Facial expression
Universal facial expressions signify anger, fear, sadness, surely and disgust. If you smile, frequently, you'll be perceived as more likable, friendly, warm and approachable.

3. Posture
Your posture, including the pose, stance and bearing of the way you sit, slouch, stand, lean, bend, hold and move your body in space. It can immediately affect the way people perceive you.

4. Gesture
May be articulated by the movement of hands, arms or body, and also includes the movement of the head, face and eyes such as winking, nodding or rolling one's eyes.
Speaking without gesture, can be seen as boring, stiff and unanimated.

5. Haptics
The word given to 'touch' as it refers to communication, includes handshake, holding hands, kissing, backslapping, high fives, a pat on the shoulder and brushing an arm.
The meaning conveyed from touch is highly dependent upon context, the relationship between communicators, and the manner of touch.

6. Paralanguage
This term refers to the non verbal cues of the voice. Acoustic properties of speech such as tone, pitch and accent can all give off a non verbal cues

7. Proxemics
This refers to the non verbal study of space and distance. The concept of territorial space refers to the area around the person that another person is not allowed to enter without consent. For example, the intimate zone is said to be up to 2 feet around the person and is reserved for close friends and loved ones.

8. Clothing and bodily characteristics
Finally, elements such as physique, height, weight, hair, skin colour, gender, odour and clothing send non verbal messages during interaction. They cannot be ignored.

Why Non Verbal Communication is Important
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Sunday, December 16, 2012

Causes of Ineffective Communication

Ineffective communication hampers organizational success. Ineffective communication results when the managers are not in regular touch with their employees. There may be miscommunication taking place. Lack of 3 C's (Clarity, completion, conciseness) also leads to ineffective communication. Often the managers are surrounded with a pool of information. In such case, they tend to ignore the messages or communication of the subordinates. At times, wrong perception also hampers communication, i.e., the employees might perceive the message in different meaning which was not intended by the manager. Thus, there can be a problem in encoding and decoding of message.

Organizational structure can also result in communication being ineffective. The more complex the organizational structure is, i.e., the more are the number of hierarchical levels in an organization, the greater are chances of loss or misinterpretation of messages. Grapevines tend to develop in such an organization which obstructs effective communication. In absence of healthy open door policy, communication may be misunderstood.

Poor listening (i.e. when the receiver is not focused to what the sender of message is saying) also leads to ineffective communication. Emotions like anger and stress may also lead to communication breakdown as messages may be interpreted in wrong manner when a person is angry and frustrated than when he is relaxed. Sometimes, the messages are not carefully planned (For example, the medium of transmission of message and the time of message delivery are not chosen rightfully). This again makes communication ineffective. Linguistic differences are a great obstacle in effective communication. This is perhaps due to ambiguity of language. Managers should try to overcome all the causes for ineffective communication so as to ensure organizational success.

Causes of Ineffective Communication
Causes of Ineffective Communication
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Saturday, December 8, 2012

The Importance of Excellent Hospitality Communication

Hospitality communication in the workplace is always an important issue which is constantly addressed by employers and staff alike. Excellent communication is a vital issue, because customers are paying not only for the product - the food, the room or the facilities - they are also paying for the service. And service is just as much about communication as it is about skill.

Hospitality communication covers two important areas: customer service, and 'behind the scenes' staff and management interaction. Good communication in both areas is essential for the high standards of operation everyone expects in the industry.

The Importance of Hospitality Communication in the Customer Service Level:

The Importance of Excellent Hospitality Communication

A client may have a bad day, or be in a bad mood, but a genuine smile from the receptionist and a warm welcome from all the staff might just change their outlook for the rest of that day and the days to come. The same applies for the waitperson at the restaurant, the housekeeping or maintenance staff, or any other employee that comes in contact with the guests. A caring, positive atmosphere makes the difference between just a place you pass through and a place your guests will remember.

Employees in the hospitality industry must remember that "service with a smile" is not just a logo - it's what clients expect. It requires a positive attitude 100% of the time, even if you are having a bad day or you are tired - the customer is paying for your smile, not your frown. It requires patience when dealing with customers from overseas who have a hard time making themselves understood in English. It requires 'putting up' with grumpy people or ones who's manners are not always impeccable - because, up to a certain point, 'the customer is always right'. These are situations that staff learn to deal with and they take pride in the professional manner in which they handle 'difficult customers'.

Other important aspect of hospitality communication with customers is providing clear and useful information when asked by customers. Restaurant staff should know the menu inside out, understand special dietary requirements, know about the source of the ingredients they are serving, etc. Reception staff at the hotel should be up-to-date not only with the facilities and services that the hotel offers, but also with all the other information travellers need: activities, transport, eating and entertainment, and opening hours of shops and agencies. It is part of the service, and guests appreciate well-informed and courteous staff - it can make a difference between "just another day" and a memorable day.

The Importance of Hospitality Communication between Staff and Management:

Employers should take the time to explain and train their employees to always maintain a warm, welcoming and professional environment in the workplace, not only where customers are concerned, but also among the staff themselves. An employer can do a lot to promote a positive atmosphere for the staff; a nice staff room with facilities for workers to relax during their breaks will let them know they are valued, that the boss cares about them. This small investment will pay off by having loyal staff who are willing to give a little extra because they feel it is appreciated. Good communication between management and staff will be passed down the line in the form of good communication between staff and guests. Making sure that staff has all the 'tools of their trade' to do their job to the highest standards is a two-way thing - employees have to communicate clearly and on time what they need, and management should listen and make sure they are well informed of all their staff's requirements and needs.

Smiling, happy staff is one of management's most important assets in the hospitality industry. Therefore, people who are looking at a career in this sector should know that the skills required include 'people skills' - understanding, patience, the ability to perform well as a team, and, above all, a positive disposition. Bad tempered people have no place in the hospitality industry - it's a place where people come to relax and enjoy themselves. A happy and relaxed atmosphere is what anyone entering the facility should immediately feel, and if staff and management can communicate this at all times, they can be assured that their guests will be coming back for more.

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Tuesday, December 4, 2012

The Three V's Of Communication Plus One

Making sure the message is received in any communication is vital. To insure the message is received, use of the three V's of communication is often emphasized by experts. The 3 V's are supported in a study of presentations by Albert Mehrabian, in which it was found that 55% of communicated information taken-in by the intended audience is visual, 7% is the verbal or text portion, and 38% is from the vocal speech of the presenter. These means that a lot of planning needs to go into a communication to insure the message intended is what is received. Below are some ideas on using the standard 3 V's of communication, plus another to indicate the value that the receiver should get from the communication.

VERBAL - When it comes to what to say, the often used phrase of "keep it simple" is highly relevant for the speaker or writer. Words said or written in a communication must be limited, concise, and easily understood by the audience. Use of jargon or special terms should not occur unless the audience is specialized and familiar with the terms. Terms should then be defined to make sure everyone who hears or reads the message knows the meaning. Plan the topic, outline the message, be precise as possible, then consider the audience and make revisions to text as necessary. VOCAL - Ever hear a parent say "it's not what you said; it's how you said it?" This statement is true in that it refers to the vocal message sent by the tone, volume, and speed of the spoken word. Tone is the pitch used in speech, the emotions generated or the words emphasized. Volume has to do with loudness or intensity of voice. What is emphasized, where are pauses, are whispers used to indicate confidentially? Fast speed can indicate excitement whereas slow can lead to audience boredom. Vocal changes in speech are easy. How can vocal elements be accomplished in written text? Tone and volume can be mimicked by using all capital letters to imply shouting, bold or underline is used for emphasis, and of course there is the exclamation point for excitement and enthusiasm. Pauses in speed may be indicated with ellipsis (...) or a dash (-). VISUAL - The old quote "a picture is worth a thousand words" may not be totally accurate, but it does present a valid point. People remember more of what they see than what they hear. Spoken communications should involve this sense by use of body language, facial expressions, gestures, and words that paint a picture in the audience's mind. Written documents, handout, or slide presentation can do this more visually utilizing graphic images, photographs, and charts. VALUE - Belief in the message by using WIIFM statements are a big key in any communication. People want to know "what's in it for me?" All communications should explain what the effect on the audience will be, as well as why and when they should care about what is being communicated.

Make sure the vital message in a communication is received by using the three V's of communication plus the value V. Remember to put some planning into the communication in order to utilize visuals that will enhance the vocal and verbal portions of the communication.

The Three V's Of Communication Plus One
The Three V's Of Communication Plus One
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Saturday, December 1, 2012

Why Good Communication Is So Important?

Many scientists say that the human dominance over animals is the language - the fact that we think and communicate in words. We can speak but still we don't always understand each other. Why is this happen?

Communication is not that easy as it seems and speaking is only one of the elements that it consists of. Apparently it's accepted that the words account for only 7-11% of it. There is also a body language that many people aren't aware of existing or don't know how to use. And if speech and body don't go with themselves someone can be easily misinterpreted. Intentions won't be clear enough.

But nowadays many people realize that good communication skills are not only the key to a good business but also a key to a good living. If you can't communicate your thoughts and ideas correctly you won't earn anything in this world.

Why Good Communication Is So Important?

Many situations can be affected by poor communication. So in this purpose people go for a Communication training that helps improve their skills. Also lots of books have been written about how to be a good speaker and listener, how to make speaking effective. And effective communication happens when we reply on those things we know to be true about ourselves and we seem true to another person.

In the century of the internet and global information good communication is specially important. Managers and politics who are often obliged to speak in public need to be persuasive as they seem confident and reliable. Poor presenter can kill any deal, and a good one can sway the decision makers. As for managers the Presentation Training can be enough to build up their charisma and credibility. For politics it should be something more. From their image, language skills depend how electioneering will end up. In this purpose politics have panels of experts that help them look good, be persuasive, and make a good impressions that will bring them votes. Experts teach them also how to speak correctly and how to use their bodies to look honest and smart. It can be very important for them to develop their use of voice and body language to be effective. Usually their speeches are specially written too.

You can always make some adjustments to make yourself a better interlocutor. There are few things that awareness of will help you achieve this aim. First, you have to remember that a good communication is when a person who is speaking understands the same as the listener. Simple way of getting that is to rephrase the words of speaker and make sure you didn't misunderstood him. Second, try to focus on things that you are good at which will help you be more self-confident and more positive. By changing your attitude your words also become more positive - affirmation and encouragement help get the best out of people. Third, be aware of assumptions and patterns you make that have impact on your communication. Sometimes our behavior depends on what we assumpt earlier and think about other person or ourselves that might not necessarily be true. Too many wrong assumptions is a quick way to misunderstanding. And for last, you don't always have to be right - sometimes it is better to let go. It's a good way to promote effective relationships. By giving up, you can let someone know that you understand his point of view.

Why Good Communication Is So Important?
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