Six Cliches That Hinder Clear Communication Research

A cliché is the first of six examples of things that hinder communication. A cliché is something that is already well known and overused. The expression, “He’s as strong as an ox” shows a lack of originality on the speaker’s part. It’s important to remember these clichés only hinder clear business communication and to try not to use them as much as possible when speaking with people at work. A cliché we often hear is that “Life is like a dream”, especially when talking to people about new age religion and things like that, this cliché is difficult to understand and explain when trying to have true communication.
Jargon is language used within a specific type of company or organization. For example, a doctor could speak with jargon to communicate with other doctors but if he is trying to give a talk for the relatives of his patients, jargon will only hinder clear communication. Often times I talk to students in …show more content…
People from all walks of life know slang but trying to be professional and communicate in a business environment is very difficult when speaking with slang. Slang is something people can use with friends and family members but it has no place in the work environment. I’m from Michigan, it’s common to call soda “pop” in Michigan. However, it’s possible no one else would know what I mean by “pop” in a more professional environment or surrounded by people that aren’t from Michigan.
Sexist and racist language turns the listener off, creates bad rapport as well as creates unnecessary tension between both parties. It’s difficult, if not impossible, to do business with people who are not open and understanding. People that use sexist and racist language will never be considered clear communicators. I live in India half of the year and it’s common for people to refer to me by my skin color, “The white girl”. I know they don’t mean it in a degrading way, it’s still racist language none the