Communication skill is the most fundamental tool that we must possess. Every one of us is innately equipped with some skills of communication. We begin our very first form of communication through crying when we are still an infant. As we grow a little older, we learn the skills of language, allowing us to convey messages to one another verbally or through writing. 

Communications is not solely about getting the message across. An effective communication encompasses aspect such as the body language, the tone of voice and eye contact. Very often, our first impression is based upon the way a person carries himself and the way he speaks. Imagine a scenario whereby a candidate applying for a job is unable to speak coherently and slouches in his chair while being interviewed, the chances of him getting employed are very slim. The ability to communicate effectively will reveal a person’s aplomb as well as the attitude he will have towards his job and the people around him.

To complicate matters further, there are times whereby the meaning of the message received deviates from what the speaker’s original intention. Take for instance, when a guy is busy with his school work and he tells his girlfriend, “I have no time for you now. We will talk again later”. He simply meant that after he has finished his work, he will spend time with her. However, the girl may interpret it as he does not like her anymore, and have an argument. From here, we can see that it is crucial for us to grasp the communication process properly and at the same time, to pay attention to the needs of the audience.

It is a common trend nowadays for people to only focus on getting their voices heard and not paying attention to the other party. People tend to overlook the fact that communicating effectively actually requires the involvement of both party. Thus, many conflicts arise due to this very reason.

In a nutshell, it is important for us to develop good communication skills as it is one of the key factors for a person to be successful in life.