Communication & Negotiation Flashcards
What forms of communication are there?
- Verbal
- Non-verbal
- Written
- Presentation
- Listening
What communication channels have I used?
-Emails
- Phone calls
- Face to face meetings
- Virtual meetings
- Presentations
What are barriers to effective communication?
- Language
Technical Language Barriers - Bias
- Interruptions
- Time zones
What presentation skills do you use?
- Clear communication
- Eye contact
- Visual aids
What are the most effective communication channels?
Emails and phone calls
- However I understand their drawbacks
- I always follow up phone calls with emails to ensure a written trail
What are advantages of written coms?
- Efficient way to convey complex advice
- Clear audit trail
- Can reach a wide range of recipients
What are the cons of written coms?
- Hard to know if someone has received email
- ## Cant tell tone/body language
How do I communicate effectively when writing?
- Keep things clear and concise
- Use language which is easy to understand
- Include conclusions/illustrations when necessary
What is the importance of good communication?
- Convey info across parties
- Reduce misunderstanding
- Allow efficient management
What is body language?
Non-verbal communication conveyed by the body
Provide an example of a tenant meeting?
Horizon House, Epsom - Refurbishment
- Weekly meetings with tenants to update on timescales, day-day issues, schedule etc
- Meant tenants fully informed and day-to-day activities were not impacted. Project ran smoothly
How are my service charges provided to clients?
- 3 months before start date - meet KPI and SC code
- Draft budget provided with recommendations for breakdown
- Phone virtual meeting set up to run through draft, before finalising budget
When have I tailored my communication style?
- Talking through refurb works with a client. They were unaware of what RAMS where, so I explained in a clear, simple manner and covered any questions they had
How would you inform a client of bad news?
Straight away over the phone to deliver the news.
- I would then arrange a meeting to discuss in detail, preparing all info and explaining the issue in detail
What is a benefit of formally documenting meetings?
Can be easily referred to and ensures matters discussed are actioned
What are meeting minutes?
Official record of decisions made, who attended and dates, plans for next meeting
What is an example of a written report you have provided to a client?
Licence to Assign
- Clear and concise with recommendation
- SPlit into key sections
+ Key lease terms
+ Detail of application
+ Overall recommendation
- Provide clear recommendation and conclusion
- Use language client can understand
What is negotiation?
Dissussion betwene 2 or more parties, aimed at resolving an issue or reaching an agreement on a matter
What do you consider when entering a negotiation?
- What is negotiable and non-negotiable
- Gather info and facts
- Consider character of other party
- Define outcomes
- Plan structure of negotiation
What are key negotiation skills?
- Research and preparation
- What is and isn’t negotiable
- Attitude
- Flexibility
Having fall back
What is my negotiation style?
Depends on desired outcome, but I aim to be collaborative and find a solution that works for all parties
How would you maintain professionalism when conducting a negotiation?
- Treat others with respect
- Be objective
- Carry out negotiation ethically and to the required standards
What happens during a negotiation?
Parties set out their case and what they would like to achieve
How would you ensure frequency of communication is acceptable?
Aim to respond in 24 hours
- If complex task, I send an email confirming receipt
