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ASSISTANT LEGISLATIVE COORDINATOR |
TOM DETRICK |
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Good Communication Skills Let me go a little off subject this month. Good communication skills are not our strong point in this organization. Two problems, in my opinion, that affects the success of this organization. They are either dissemination of incomplete or inaccurate information or the time used not addressing the subject. Political information can be overwhelming. The fact that we are an SMRO does not limit us to only following state but also federal issues. These issues can be above and below the surface of what is available to the public. We have two resources that are knowledgeable on both fronts. Steve Zurl and Charlies Umbenhauer both are some of the best resources an organization can have or have access to other resources. The more we share information and understanding of the issues the better we will function as an organization. Information should flow both up and down our organization. We need to be on the same page to be successful. We are reluctant to address the issues that are affecting us individually. If we fail to communicate a problem or an issues that concern us the chances of it being solved are very limited. Share your concerns and we will try to solve them. The following are some ideas to improve our communications and creating the right environment for communication: Choose the right time Choose the right place. Be clear. Organize and clarify ideas Stay on topic. Be articulate.
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