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more positive the focus is on those exemplary tasks , the more those behaviors will be repeated .
9 . Offer constructive feedback in a thoughtful way .
Discuss the behavior , not the character of the individual . Be sure to offer an alternative approach such as a preferred way to perform a task .
10 . Discover the best forms of communication for individuals and personality types .
This may be learned through observation or discussion . Another way to establish this is to perform personality tests such as Myers Briggs , Enneagram , Strengths Finder or The Extended DISC System . These can help determine how people are best approached and how they wish to communicate . By understanding the people engaged in discussion , it can keep communication beneficial to all parties .
Starting an employee relationship with a good foundation including a company vision , goals , clear expectations , and the establishment of trust , provides a positive culture employees value . Effective communication begins with the organization ’ s leadership . Forming a basis for openness , trust , and support , with frequent , constructive meetings , will help to ensure the overall success of the organization .
REFERENCES
Zaremba , A . J . ( 2010 ). Organizational Communication ( 3rd ed .). New York , NY : Oxford University Press .
Kayce Hollingsworth , MS , EFDA , RDA is the owner of Dental OSHA Compliance Services , LLC and has been teaching Infection Control , OSHA and State Board Requirements for the past 18 years . She holds both a BS and MS degree in Corporate and Organizational Communications through Northeastern University . She previously lectured through Baylor College of Dentistry giving the State Board Dental Assistant Registration Course , the Nitrous Oxide Course , OSHA and other continuing education courses . She is also a Territory Manager and Sales Mentor at Shofu Dental Corporation and has over 25 years of clinical and practical experience as an Expanded Duties Dental Assistant . She is both an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant certified through the University of Florida Dental School and a Registered Dental Assistant in the state of Texas . For more information , send email to : kayce @ dentalosha . net or visit www . dentalosha . net .
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