Coaching Information

Miscommunication - Root Cause of Problems?


People of two opposing ideas can stir up arguments and fights. It's that situation when one thinks he has the right concept while the other one also believes he has the proper notion. Both of them would try to outsmart each other until one claims victory.

Here's an actual example.

My girlfriend Riza would sometimes buy me signature clothing. When my Mom founds out how much it costs, she would advise us to budget our money and just buy the affordable ones.

A problem occurs when Riza thinks that her effort to give me the best was unappreciated. Mom, on the other hand, would think that Riza is such a spender.

There's a conflict with their beliefs. No two people are exactly alike. We are totally unique; not only physically, but mentally and emotionally as well.

There will be many times when your opinion will not correspond with that of another. So how can people prevent this kind of conflict from occurring?

Communication is the key to overcome doubts and misunderstandings.

You should let other people know what's in your mind. Don't keep them guessing.

There was a story about two couples who were filing a divorce. After the lawyer have spoken to them both, he found out that the root cause of all their problems was due to miscommunication.

Here's one of the couple's problems.

The man filing the divorce said that he just hated the breakfast meal that his wife often prepared for him. On the other hand, the wife said that she's only preparing the meal because she thought it was her husband's favorite. But she never liked cooking it because it's very difficult to prepare.

See? If only one of them took the initiative to speak out what's in his or her mind, then that particular dilemma would be over.

Now why would people prefer to keep their complaints and criticisms to themselves? What's holding them back?

It's because they do not want to be rejected. Most, people, if not all, would like to be accepted and to be perceived as likeable in the eyes of others.

So can you get your message across without hurting their feelings?

Substitute negative statements with positive ones.

Instead of saying "You don't understand," say "Let me explain." Instead of remarking "You're wrong," say "Permit me to clarify." Instead of stating "You failed to say," just mention "Perhaps this was not stated."

There are certain words that affect a person more negatively in comparison with other words that have the same meaning.

Nothing could be more pleasing to the ear than hearing someone else say that you are right. In this case, be prepared to let other people know that you respect their opinions. You may add your comments at the end, but acknowledge them first.

Say:

You're right, although ...
Great suggestion, however ...
I agree with your opinion, however ...
I would feel the same way if I were you, although ...
I understand your situation, however ...

Reassure your counterparts that the decision made will benefit both parties. People need to feel that they have made the right choice.

Communication is a gift. Use it wisely for everyone's advantage.

Michael Lee is the author of "How To Be A Red Hot Persuasion Wizard," an ebook that reveals powerful secrets on how to easily make friends, fully improve your relationships, multiply your profits, win negotiations, and attain freedom and power. Visit http://www.20daypersuasion.com to grab a sample chapter.


MORE RESOURCES:

Washington Post

Coaching legend Don Haskins dies
Sports Network - 4 hours ago
El Paso, TX (Sports Network) - Hall of Fame basketball coach Don Haskins, who helped break racial barriers in the collegiate game, died Sunday at the age of ...
Coaching legend Don Haskins dies at 78 HoopsWorld
Coaching legend Don Haskins has died El Paso Times
Coaching pioneer Haskins dies at 78 United Press International
ESPN - NewsOK.com
all 502 news articles


Point-Spreads.com

Lions' poor tackling about talent, not coaching
MLive.com, MI - 5 hours ago
Well, the coaches and players can talk all they want about going back to work and emphasizing this and that, but poor tackling isn't about coaching, ...
More than just a victory for Falcons Atlanta Journal Constitution
Turner quickly shows potential DetNews.com
Falcons Beat Lions, 34-21 The Falcoholic
all 497 news articles


Hull Daily Mail

HULL KR COACHING ROLE FOR CHESTER?
Hull Daily Mail, UK - 26 minutes ago
HULL KR coach Justin Morgan has left the door open for Chris Chester to pursue a coaching role at the club after injury finally brought an end to his ...


Coaching for Chester at Hull KR?
Hull Daily Mail, UK - 4 minutes ago
Hull KR coach Justin Morgan has left the door open for Chris Chester to pursue a coaching role at the club after injury finally brought an end to his ...


Coaching may help
The Times of Trenton - NJ.com, NJ - 2 hours ago
Katherine McGavern is an ADHD coach who helps adults with time management, organization and setting up systems that work for them. ...


Gunson happy to be coaching coaches
Manawatu Standard, New Zealand - 6 hours ago
By PENNY MILES - Manawatu Standard | Monday, 08 September 2008 When Lyn Gunson (nee Parker) last visited Palmerston North, it was as coach of the 1989 New ...


The Patriot-News - PennLive.com

Beavers to face coaching legend today
Statesman Journal, OR - Sep 6, 2008
By Gary Horowitz • Statesman Journal It was a moment that speaks to the legend and longevity of Penn State coach Joe Paterno. When Lyle Moevao was asked ...
The Alphabetical: NCAA Football, Week 2 SportingNews.com
Eternally Paterno The Oregonian - OregonLive.com
all 26 news articles


SuperPrep.com

Carter Takes in The Swamp and More
SuperPrep.com - 6 hours ago
Carter stayed busy but didn't get time with the coaching staff during the visit. He already knows what they like about him, and he knows what he likes about ...
INSIDE RECRUITING SI.com
all 6 news articles


Irish Independent

The coaching conundrum
Irish Independent, Ireland - 22 hours ago
O nce upon a time in one of the established rugby playing countries, an aspiring coach sought advice on a job offer he had received. ...


FIRST WORD: Qualified coaches in schools crucial
Nation News, Barbados - 1 hour ago
The coaching dilemma is not only an issue for the schools, but for the NSC as well. The council should give greater thought to recruiting coaches in the ...

Coaching - Google News

home | site map
© 2006