It’s almost impossible to find a high paying job without competent skills in writing and reading. If you look at job ads, the ability to communicate verbally and in writing is a requirement. This is because the art of written communication is used globally regardless of language.
While language cannot cross borders as easily as universal communication, it’s essential to realize that literacy skills are the keys to success. Here’s how you can use and improve them in your career.
Reading Between Lines & Understanding Context
You need to read between the lines to be a visionary thinker. To do this, you need to understand the context of the communication. Reading between the lines helps you decipher the meaning behind business emails or understand the direction behind press releases. You also get a better vibe of the communicative climate of your office.
The ability to write and listen to the words on a page may help you get ahead in your career and company.
Educating Yourself
Education is always the golden step forward. You can get instruction from educational institutions; online courses (like earning masters in engineering management online); professional associations; or books, coaches and practice. Most importantly, you have to read and write consistently to get better.
Communicating Effectively
Everyone communicates; everyone doesn’t communicate effectively. Whether you are speaking or writing, you must get to the point quickly and succinctly. Most of this mastery will come in the form of learning how to write with brevity. There are books and other that teach you have to do this.
You also want to avoid confusing people by ensuring that your message is easy to read and easy to understood. This helps saves time and money and improves productivity.
Literacy skills will always be keys to success. With education and practice, they will open doors of opportunity for you in your career and your company.
What About You?
Do you agree that literacy skills are keys to success?
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