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Stacia N. Bell
Using Communication as Device to Promote Effective Leadership
MSL601-Introduction to Graduate Education
Dr. David Riddering
Belhaven University
January 16, 2014
Introduction
There are many aspects of human communication that attribute to both successful and
unsuccessful interactions. Said aspects can range from regional diction and occupational jargon
to socioeconomic status, political views, and varying knowledge of technology through
generations. In every community and workplace the collective idea is to achieve a common
goal. It is through communicating emotions, theories, ideas and even what may seem like the
minutest of things that groups are able to accomplish these goals. Effective communication has
direct link to leadership. Usually those who can communicate effectively are given leadership
roles and upon appointment they strive to teach others and share their communicative abilities.
Communication in the workplace typically deals with verbal and oratory skills. Although
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comprehension is a dynamic component of communication, the lack thereof often stems from
failure to listen.
Dismantling Communicative Barriers
Listening is the most used skill during communication; however its degree of importance
as it relates to levels of effectiveness, have only been exalted and instilled in few (McClintock&
Ellis 1990). When breakdowns in communication occur, the primary resolution should aim “to
make things common.” Resolution cannot be established if the parties refuse to seek common
ground. Moreover, said ground cannot be reached if the parties are not listening to one another.
Usually the parties who are at odds, and or who do not understand one another are missing the
common link between their two objectives. Listening to one another and respecting each other’s
ideas can clear up any gray areas.
