barriers to communication Flashcards
what are communication barriers
obstacles that hinder the effective understanding of a message
why does lack of clarity act as a communication barrier
unclear messages may be misunderstood or ignored
how can technological breakdowns hinder communication
faulty technology can make communication unclear or disrupt it entirely
list examles of communication barriers
lack of clarity, technological breakdown, poor communication skills, jargon, distractions, business culture, a long chain of command, using the wrong medium, different time zones, countries, languages, religions
what is jargon, and how can it act as a communication barrier
jargon is specialized vocabulary understood by specific groups; it may confuse others outside those groups
how can business culture act as a communication barrier
a culture of poor communication within a business can lead to inefficiencies and misunderstandings
how do poor communication skills affect business communication
individuals with poor communication skills may struggle to convey messages effectively
what role do distractions play in communication breakdowns
distractions can interrupt or derail the communication process
why does a long chain of command act as a communication barrier
too many management layers can delay or distort the message
how does using the wrong communication medium hinder communication
inappropriate media may cause important messages to be missed or misunderstood.
what challenges arise in communication within multinational companies
varying languages and cultures make effective communication more difficult
how can recruitment practices reduce communication barriers
businesses can prioritize hiring candidates with strong written and verbal communication skills
what are some problems caused by ineffective communication
higher staff absences, lower productivity, lack of motivation, poor customer service, work-related injuries, lower profits, and increased legal expenses
how can training help remove communication barriers
it improves verbal communication skills
why are standardized written templates useful in communication
they ensure clarity, consistency, and efficiency in newsletters, emails, and other written forms of communication
