Episode summary introduction:
Technology, with the best of intentions, was meant to give us a better life. One place it has fallen short is in the way we communicate. Join TC & Maddog as they send you on a path to understand technology’s shortcomings with communication and give guidance on how to better communicate in our relationships.
Topics discussed in this episode:
Understanding pitfalls allows us to understand when we can count on technology and when not as it relates to communication. Consider these topics:
- What are some of the challenges that exist when we rely on our technology to communicate?
- How big is this gap when it comes to communication as a result of relying on technology?
- What types of other communications have been affected as a result of the use of technology to communicate?
- Has this really helped the growth of our personal relationships in any way?
- What are some of the steps we can take to ensure our communication has been received and understood?
Walkabout takeaways:
Communicating effectively comes with practice and sincerity. Don’t leave this to chance; consider this to help:
- Remember technology can be our friend in most cases but remember when it’s not welcome. When it comes to personal relationships, take the time to practice face to face communication.
- We need to learn how to unplug to plug back into our relationships. Pick a day you can enjoy a technology free day for your family. It will be amazing what memories you have just by doing this.
- Leave nothing to chance, if you must text or email follow up to ensure your message is received. It will ensure strong communication and leave little room for embarrassment as a result of a misunderstanding.
- Don’t let technology interfere with your ability to communicate effectively in your relationships. It shows you care about the relationships and serves to foster that relationship.
- Nothing is better than face to face communication, take every opportunity you can to make this happen.
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