Skills Review – Communication

I understand what other people are saying.

I pay attention to their words, actions, and how they say things

I ask questions to make sure I understand what someone is saying.

I understand that communication can be difficult sometimes.

Things like different opinions, ideas or cultures can get in the way.

I take part in discussions to solve problems and deal with issues.

I can explain things clearly.

For example, I can help kids with homework, tell someone how to fix things or give cooking instructions.

I listen to others. For example, I don’t interrupt, and I pay attention to what others are saying.

I get along with others and I rarely get into disagreements.

I share my thoughts, opinions and ideas with others.

I accept that others may not agree with me.

I keep things private when someone tells me something personal.

I talk differently to people depending on who they are. For example, I speak one way with my boss and another way with my friend.

I am confident in my spelling and grammar when I write for work or school or in other situations.

I am confident in my listening skills. For example, I listen to a supervisor or instructor.

I am comfortable talking to co-workers or classmates.

I am comfortable talking to customers.