Insights into
One’s Personal
Development
Module 14
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reasons why we have our
own unique personalities.
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1 Communication
Skills
These include VERBAL & NON-VERBAL. Cited by the
PEOPLE MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION of the PHILIPPINES
(PMAP) that both are the best assets that an employee
should posses.
ENHANCING communication skills will greatly
prepare one for the world of work, as you will
be judged by the impression you give when you
communicate.
You need good communication skills to
be able to productively work in a team
as well as to effectively lead others.
2 Speaking Skills
This factor is a powerful mechanism to
influence others. It is a tool to let your audience
know your thoughts and feelings.
Effective communication is characterized by
sincerity, which happens through good eye
contact and consistent explanations.
Rate, pitch, tone, articulation & knowing the audience
are some factors needed for effective speaking.
3 Conversation Skills
Is needed to maintain a collaborative atmosphere in
the group.
Demonstrating sincere openness to know a person
more.
Showing interest makes one an interesting person.
4 Telephone Skills
When RECEIVING CALLS:
• First caller is prioritized
• Remain professional
• How you answer the call reflects an image of the
whole family.
• If you are taking a message for another person.
Politely tell that the person is unavailable &
inform the person after if he/she has arrived.
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Writing Skills
• Plan the content
• Write the ideas & arrange them in order.
• Combine the ideas together & examine
the thought process.
• Be concise.
• Use proper Grammar, Spelling, &
punctuation.
• Avoid informal language.
6 Listening Skills
Is giving FULL ATTENTION to the person one
talks to and is willing to understand what is
being said.
TWO TYPES of LISTENING
• PASSIVE LISTENING – listening without
understanding the meaning.
• ACTIVE LISTENING – listening and
understanding the meaning.
7 Body Language
Communication through FACIAL
EXPRESSION, POISE, POSTURE, &
MANNERISMS is called Non-Verbal
Communication.
People around us get clues as to how we
feel or think through body language.
8
Time & Stress
Management Skills
If one is able to manage time accordingly then the person
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is able to reduce stress and stays focused more to the
activity.
If one is able to manage stress properly then the person
can easily cope with difficult times & not put him/herself
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stressful times.
involves
Learn how to be kind to yourself, set goals
DETERMINING WHEN TO which are realistic but not less than your
SAY innate abilities. Go the extra mile but accept
and focusing on the things the things that you cannot do and be honest
about it. Be wise to plan ahead and prepare
that are really essential in yourself for possible challenges you might
realizing your goals. encounter. Remember that you are a
problem solver!
9 Both of
Personal Care &
Personal
Appearance
these factors are very important in ones
workplace.
Good grooming shows your professional
credibility.
A professional appearance is an image depicting
confidence and reliability
Personal hygiene is part and parcel of career
success
Avoid vices. Have a balanced diet and good
exercise. Staying healthy plays a critical role in
realizing your goals.
10
Personal Finances
Knowing how to manage personal
finances determines priorities, values,
& motivation to realize one’s goal.
Improving Personal
Weaknesses
Allows one to assess his or her
personal status in deciding on their
career. It will serve as a gauge to know
where one is right now, so that he or she
will know the direction that they are able
to take.
