*Notes from the SLA session _Effective Communication Strategies: How to understand and be understood_*
Pamela [Bruner's|http://www.MakeYourSuccessEasy.com] _Effective Communication Strategies_ session from SLA's 2009 Annual Conference is highly recommended. She describes each of four common Communication Styles:
*Action Person/Driver/Acheiver - task and results oriented, decisive, take charge
*Idea Person/Expresser/Visionary - Innovative, Creative, Passionate, people oriented, see big picture
*People Person/Relator/Likeables - Warm, Helpful, Supportive, feeling
*Process Person/Analytical/Reflective - Detail-oriented, methodical, lots of data, precise
Bruner then outlines specific, proven techniques for communicating with people who manifest a particular type of style. Read a complete [summary|http://wiki.sla.org/download/attachments/4817117/bruner+communication.pdf] of the session for suggested language and approaches to make sure your message is heard.
Pamela [Bruner's|http://www.MakeYourSuccessEasy.com] _Effective Communication Strategies_ session from SLA's 2009 Annual Conference is highly recommended. She describes each of four common Communication Styles:
*Action Person/Driver/Acheiver - task and results oriented, decisive, take charge
*Idea Person/Expresser/Visionary - Innovative, Creative, Passionate, people oriented, see big picture
*People Person/Relator/Likeables - Warm, Helpful, Supportive, feeling
*Process Person/Analytical/Reflective - Detail-oriented, methodical, lots of data, precise
Bruner then outlines specific, proven techniques for communicating with people who manifest a particular type of style. Read a complete [summary|http://wiki.sla.org/download/attachments/4817117/bruner+communication.pdf] of the session for suggested language and approaches to make sure your message is heard.