Respectful and effective communication

Respectful and effective communication is essential for a well-run team. The things we say are just as important as the things we do as part of a group.

Below are some examples of important considerations that will help you and your team to communicate in a respectful and effective way:

Here are some examples of how to tailor your language expressions to be more respectful towards your team-mates. Gibb’s (1961) categories of behaviour for a supportive environment have been used to organise the language examples.

How to address various teamwork challenges

The following resource provides a more detailed discussion of some of the challenges of working in teams as well as providing some tips and strategies for overcoming them.

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