Task 3 - Quotation Analysis

“Employers identify communication as one of the basic competencies every graduate should have, asserting that the ability to communicate is valuable for obtaining employment and maintaining successful job performance.”

Sherwyn Morreale, Michael Osborn & Judy Pearson, Professors of Communication (2000)

I strongly agree with this statement and believe that communication is an important skill that everyone should learn. From an employer's perspective, communication is an essential attribute of a potential hire because of its importance. Being able to properly communicate tasks and responsibilities to your coworkers is critical for getting work done efficiently, and knowing how to use the appropriate tone is paramount for building and maintaining relations. For example, you don't want to sound too aggressive when writing an email to your colleagues, or too laid-back when conversing with clients. Especially when it comes to graduates and new hires, they must be able to communicate their strengths and weaknesses well to receive the proper help and training they need. Having good communication skills will also allow them to adjust their working styles to be in harmony with their colleagues.

The importance of good communication also extends beyond the workplace. Being able to communicate well with others is more than simply speaking to them, it's also about expressing one's thoughts and feelings, as well as being able to listen to others' points of view. Good communication is what allows us to build and maintain friendships, and to have heartfelt, meaningful conversations with one another.