competent communication

I chose to think of someone who demonstrates competent communication within my organization and the first person who came to mind was the Director of our Head Start program, Tobita Posly-Mckinney. In my sixteen years with the organization, I have heard her speak on multiple occasions. Each time she speaks or facilitates a meeting, she has my focused attention.

                The behaviors exhibited by Ms. Posley-Mckinney are preparedness, a calm voice, articulation, and knowledge. Rarely does she say “um” or stumble over her words. She appears to be very comfortable speaking to groups and presents herself in an upstanding manner.

                Reflecting on my own communication skills, I would like to model some of Ms. Posley-Mckinney's  behaviors. I would like to appear calm and comfortable, not turn 50 shades of red. I would like to have fluidity in my communication with others, not lose my train of thought, stumble over my words and say “um.” I do enjoy presenting and talking to groups, I just let my anxiety get the best of me.