10) How to improve your communication

Q. The following strategies may help you improve your communication. Select an option which applies to you.
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I let people know if I am having difficulty with my speech
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I watch for peoples reaction, so I know when they are not understanding me
3.
I listen to myself and try to make changes when needed
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I pace myself knowing that I can get tired more easily
5.
I try to keep calm and relaxed and not let others rush me
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I will try other ways of communicating such as writing notes
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I don’t worry about perfection, but don’t give up
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The following strategies may help you improve your communication.
Works for me Doesn’t work for me I will try this
I let people know if I am having difficulty with my speech
I watch for peoples reaction, so I know when they are not understanding me
I listen to myself and try to make changes when needed
I pace myself knowing that I can get tired more easily.
I try to keep calm and relaxed and not let others rush me
I will try other ways of communicating such as writing notes
I don’t worry about perfection, but don’t give up

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Key point

It’s always helpful to have strategies in place to get the best out of your conversation experience.