Communicating With Style
Whether communicating digitally or in person, it helps to understand a different communication styles. This can lead to even better conversations and help avoid misunderstandings.
What Communication Style Are You?
Aesthetic: “It’s not what you said, it’s how you said it.”
If You’re Aesthetic:
- You look for the meaning behind what’s said.
- Enjoy verbal messages of appreciation.
- You prefer memorable or good experiences.
- When Talking To an Aesthetic Person:
- 1. Give affirmations.
- 2. Use encouraging language.
- 3. Beware of vocal tone, inflection and nonverbal cues.
Pragmatic: “Here’s the bottom line.”
If You’re Pragmatic:
- You are motivated by practical, tangible things. “How much will this project cost?”
- You focus on the words people say, rather than the intent.
- You take criticism well.
- When Talking To a Pragmatic Person:
- 1. Focus on the bottom line.
- 2. Keep messages short.
- 3. Be direct.
Pro Tip – How To Manage Your Style:
- Select clear goals with tangible results.
- Celebrate getting results.
- Reward yourself for leading affective conversations.
What’s Your Working Style?
Learn to leverage your work style for more productive results when you’re working, volunteering or just interacting with friends and family!
Motivator: You influence those around you to get the job done in the way you think is best.
Benefits:
- Very hands-on worker.
- Able to inspire and influence others.
- Design “win-win” situations.
- Maximize Your Style:
- 1. Strategize on how to work smarter instead of harder.
- 2. Be aware of what actually motivates others, and focus on those areas.
- 3. Pause for an honest check-in with colleagues when you recognize signs of discomfort or hesitation.
Facilitator: You nurture and manage your surroundings to help others arrive at the solution you think is best.
Benefits:
- Works hard and smart.
- Helps others make their own decision and feel “heard.”
- Creates an environment that fills their desired agenda.
- Maximize Your Style:
- 1. Create environments for productivity and growth.
- 2. Implement structures to keep you moving forward.
- 3. Recognize when an action is needed to get a job done.
Pro Tip:
Start to notice the work and communication styles of your friends, family and colleagues, so you can understand their needs and work together towards a more productive end result!
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The consummate professional, Michael Archbold (Associate Broker, REALTOR, ePro) brings a diversified background to the world of real estate. Born and raised in Fort Wayne, Mike graduated Wayne High School in 1992. He received bachelors degrees in Accounting in 1997 from Indiana University and Information Technology in 2005 from Indiana Wesleyan University. Mike comes to RE/MAX with more than 20 years of experience in sales and accounting. He began his career in real estate in 2000 as an investor.
