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Refine the “Communication styles: Understanding others” section (#872)
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Expand Up @@ -173,21 +173,17 @@ Recognizing that others communicate differently helps you avoid misunderstanding

You can identify communication styles by paying attention to:

- **Pace:** Fast or slow talker?
- **Priority (task vs. people-oriented):** Focused on goals or relationships?

- **Tone of voice:** Formal, casual, encouraging, or direct?
- **Pacing:** Fast or slow talker?
- **Conflict resolution:** Avoid, confront, or mediate?
- **Decision-making:** Quick or deliberate?
- **Body language:** Do they gesture or stay reserved?
- **Formality:** Structured or relaxed in conversation?

Observing these cues helps you adapt your communication to match the other person’s style, leading to more productive conversations.

### Behavioral clues

Behavioral clues give insight into whether someone is task-oriented or people-oriented and how they handle conflict or decision-making. This can help you collaborate more effectively with new teams or clients.

- **Task vs. people-oriented:** Focused on goals or relationships?
- **Conflict resolution:** Avoid, confront, or mediate?
- **Decision-making:** Quick or deliberate?

## Adapting to others

Adapting your communication style makes your messages more effective and professional. By tailoring your approach to meet others’ preferences, you avoid missteps and strengthen connections. This flexibility helps teams work together more cohesively, improving outcomes for your projects.
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