Communication designs and methods are probably one of the largest change areas we are experiencing everyday.  I know I would not be able to list all the options that are out there right now…because I would forget a bunch…but just realizing the modern day expanse of the communication industry…is just overwhelming!

So to try to offer understandable, usable communication skills improvement considerations in our limited TRIPLE III TIME message-space…lets discuss what I call: Mini-Info PIT STOPS!

First let’s think about preparing to effectively communicateout a sizeable number of information items.  Consider the following:

1. Build your important concepts into a series of bullet points.  You may have to draft them a couple times but simple, direct, interpretation-free would be the best structure.
2. Use visuals to make a statement on an issue.  Try it before you question this suggestion.
3. Condense your timeframes.  Think about limiting time/focus on a certain issue to15 minutes.  If you allow more time…people will regularly “take it”.

Now let’s “turn the tables” and think about actions tomaximize your receipt of valuable information.  Consider the following:

1. Practice critical listening.  Screening in communication highlights is a critical professional development skill…everyday!
2. Try to “taste” items being communicated to better determine their understandability.
3. Don’t go back for information “seconds”.  It’s ok to be “concept-full” with small portions.

Bottomline:  Sometimes people almost progressively “choke” on receiving too much information too fast.  Creating a communication style which supports Mini-Info PIT STOPS will allow both the communication giver and receiver the time to better digest the message(s) being offered.