10 ways to improve interpersonal skills 

By Bhaskar Rana

September 11, 2022

Improve your social skills with these steps...

LOOK FOR OPPORTUNITIES TO INTERACT WITH PEOPLE

You should actively seek opportunities to interact with people. It will help you develop interpersonal skills.

1

LEARN THE APPROPRIATE WAY OF COMMUNICATION 

Being inappropriate doesn’t help build communication skills. So, think before you speak and do so politely.

2

TAILOR YOUR SPEECH TO SUIT THE ATMOSPHERE

People say things directly without considering the consequences. That's why, you should tailor your speech to avoid it.

3

FOCUS ON IMPROVING YOUR LISTENING SKILLS 

Not listening to people makes for most of the communication errors. Focus on developing your listening skills too.

4

PRACTICE SPEAKING IN LAYMAN'S TERMS 

Simple words do far better to simplify communication between two or more people. Try speaking in Layman's terms.

5

PRACTICE TALKING IN FRONT OF A MIRROR 

Speaking in front of a mirror raises confidence levels. Also, you work your way through words eventually.

6

OBSERVE HOW GOOD COMMUNICATORS INTERACT 

Observe people who are good at communication. It will help you improve your interpersonal skills and get feedback.

7

USE YOUR EMOTIONS DIPLOMATICALLY

You should understand how to use your emotions diplomatically to prevent hurting sentiments.

8

BE BOTH PERSONAL AND FORMAL IN CONVERSATIONS 

It’s better to speak personally in some interactions while formally in others. So, maintain a balance for better interactions.

9

BE CALM WHEN DEALING WITH DIFFICULT PEOPLE 

Dealing with difficult people comes with consequences as they can intimidate people. Stay calm and composed at all times.

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