Interpersonal Communication Skills Analysis

2) In addition to understanding several interpersonal communication concepts and skills I now have a knowledge on how to be a more competent communicator. At the beginning of this course I was asked to write an introductory paper stating what I seen my strengths and weaknesses to be in communication. I had indicated that at that point in time that I feel that I have a strong need for affection and gaining control over any given situation. In addition to wanting to have the upper hand in a situation I had also indicated that I lack the sense of having high monitoring skills. For example, when I am engaged in a conversation I would only be concerned with what I was saying and not pay attention to my behaviors and others reactions to what I was conveying in the conversation. In addition to stating my weaknesses I also stated that at the point in time I feel that I have a strength of …show more content…
I have gained many skills this quarter that will further assist me in achieving my communications goal. For instance, the use of I-language, and perception have been very beneficial to me. At the beginning of this class I thought that my communication skills were at a competent level. In addition to furthering this course I had come to realize that my communication skills are in fact lacking in some areas and need improvement. This class has given me many new tools that I will be able to utilize to become a competent communicator in the future. Such as the use of I-language and perception. By being able to use these skills I will be able to achieve a higher level of competency in communication skills. Furthermore, by utilizing all three of these skills I will also being able to defuse potential conflicts with others that may arise in the future. Moreover, by using communication skills I will also be able to achieve a goal in having more meaningful conversations with