METHODS OF COMMUNICATION

• Bagatila April
• Calamoggi Alysa
• Quinivista Arman
What is communication?
Communication is basically defined as the transfer of information from one place
to another, or from one source to another.
METHODS OF COMMUNICATION

• Verbal communication
• Non-verbal communication
• Written communication
 COMMUNICATION METHODS

Verbal communication – is one way for people to communicate face to face.

Some of the key components of verbal communication are sound, words,
speaking, and language.
Non- verbal communication- The process of communication through sending
and receiving wordless messages is known as non verbal communication, such
messages can be communicated through gesture, body language as posture, facial
Expression and eye contact.
Written communication- written communication means communication by
means of written symbols.
 WHY CHOOSING THE BEST
COMMUNICATION METHODS

• Effective communication can open doors to endless possibilities.

• Choosing effective forms of Communication is very important for
today’s market and cut throat world.
• Effective communication also helpsIn build lasting relationships, Both
professionally and personally.
WHAT TYPES OF COMMUNICATION
ARE ACCEPTABLE AND MOST
EFFECTIVE?

Well, that solely depends on the message that is being passed, along with the
importance. There are many ways to deliver communication, wither oral or verbal
or non verbal.
• If your messages or information is ready then.
• The next step is to determine which methods you will use to communicate your
message to your target audience.
• This is critical step that can also make or break the entire Communication
project. But how?
 START CHOOSING THE
COMMUNICATION METHOD(S)

This step can make or break the entire Communication project)

1. Determined your target Audience
2. Understand your audience
3. Prepare your Communication mediums
4. How do your choose the right method(s) to your project?
 DETERMINED YOUR TARGET
AUDIENCE

Do not skip this step. In orderto choose an effective communication method,

you must first Have clearly identified your target audience. How will you
Communicate something well unless you know who you’re commmunicating to?
• Determin your target audience is Just as Important as ddefining your goal
of communication. For Communication to be delivered to the right people.
 UNDERSTAND YOUR AUDIENCE

• By understanding our audience needs, we will be able to better communicate

with them.
Question To Help You Understand Your Audience
1. What Do they know about your target audience?
2. Who are they?
3. What are their Backgrounds?
4. What are their consist of?
5. What are their needs?
6. How much data or details would they want?
7. How is it easiest to comminicate with them?
8. What do they care about most?
 COMMUNICATE MEDIUMS

• Emails
• Mobile
• Body language
• Interview
• Presentation
• Telephone
• Reports
• Internet
• And Other mediums
 HOW DO YOU CHOOSE THE RIGHT METHODS
FOR YOUR PROJECT COMMUNICATION?

Ask our self some Questions:

1. Is permanent record of this Communication important?
Permanent record are best done written instead of orally. Oral can just turn into a
case of he said, she said. Documentation can include an e-mail,witten report, a
letter or a memo. If the letter is to be mailed, certification signature on delivery
can have legal value if need be.
2. Is it bad or Good news ?

Good news is acceptable as a written message. However bad news or events that
are difficult to understand can be more acceptable As face to face
Communication.
3.How long is the message being sent?
Long message can be best sent as document that has been edited to make it’s
complexity easier to follow and understand. However, the best part is that the
can look back and refer to the message for a better understanding or to get needed
information.
4. How many people will receive the message?
When a large amount of people can’t gather together to receive the same
message, written is the best from of Communication. It is more effective and
efficient.
Is the credibility of communication is important?
When credibility is a factor,, the most effective form of communication is a
written letter on an official document, such as companies letterhead. E- mail
messages and oral communication is not acceptable forms of credible
Communication.
6.I time of the essence? Is feedback needed?
When message is urgent, require immediate answer, action or feedback, the
message will be most effective as phone call. When documentation is necessary
a fax with a delivery confirmation or email with a return receipt might provide as
an alternative.
 OTHERS FACTORS THAT SHOULD BE
CONSIDERED:

1. Quick/speed
2. Accuracy
3. Safety
4. Secrecy
5. Record
6. Cost
7. Distance
FINALLY, HOW DO YOU CHOOSE THE
RIGHT METHODS?

• Most often you will need to choose more than one method effectively reach the
majority of the peoples in your target audience. You will need to choose a
combination of methods that will give you the best chance at your
commmunicating message.
• If message is extremely important or a sensitive issue, more than one form
might be necessary as effective means of communication. Many times a short
oral communication followed by a written memo or a letter will provide
confirmation of the details of the conversation.