Weekend writing assignment

Hello Everyone,

Here's your writing assignment for this weekend:

First, I want you to watch the video Communication Skills: The 6 Keys of Powerful Communication. In this video, Leon discusses the six most important skills that can improve your communication at work, as well as with your family and friends:

1. Assertiveness  (Ask for what you want/need.)

2. Authenticity  (Be true to yourself; don't hold back.)

3. Open-mindedness  (You're willing to consider other points of view.)

4. Empathy  (Understand and create "common ground" with the other person.)

5. Clarity  (Communication is what the other person "hears" in your conversation!)

6. Listening  (Really hear what the other person wants/needs.)

TASK: Once you have watched the video a couple of times, think about which two communication skills (2 of the 6) you most need to work on and improve. Write a few paragraphs about those two skills. Why did you choose those two skills? What are the benefits for you if you can improve them? Give examples of how you think you can improve those skills.