So we have here 6 examples of the best practices that a development communicator or

a leader must possess.

First and foremost, we have communication. So why is communication important in

being a leader?

It is because communication is a critical aspect of leadership. And since it is

interpersonal communication that we are talking about here, leaders must be skilled in
communicating effectively with their team to establish a positive relationship both in
personal and professional level.

And of course, being a good communicator means we can provide direction and
feedback to the people in order to achieve our goals. Effective communication involves
active listening, clear expression of thoughts and ideas, and empathy.

Empathy

Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of another person. It is an
essential aspect of interpersonal communication, as it helps individuals connect with
others on a deeper level. Empathy involves listening to the other person's perspective
and showing understanding and compassion.

Like the famous phrase, 'putting yourself in their shoes' we are attempting to see a
situation from a point-of-view outside of our own. We will be able to understand their
sentiments and understand where they are coming from in a deeper or personal level.

Active Listening

Active listening is a critical aspect of interpersonal communication. It involves paying

attention to what the other person is saying, asking clarifying questions, and providing
feedback. If we show to the person talking that we are actively listening to them, it
establishes trust and understanding between individuals which makes it essential to
develop an effective communication skill.

Conflict Resolution

Another important leadership and management skill is conflict resolution – the ability to
reach a solution or compromise to a disagreement. We all know that disagreements in
are inevitable. People have different beliefs, attitudes, political views, work ethics,
education levels, social skills, and communication styles. So it is really important to be
able to address a problem by listening to both sides, negotiate, and come up with a
solution that could be agreed upon by both parties. With this, it could maintain and
strengthen the relationship of the people involved.

Example:
Assertiveness by a supervisor who convenes a meeting between two employees who
have engaged in a public dispute.

Delegation

Delegation is an essential leadership skill. Leaders must be skilled in delegating tasks

and responsibilities to their team members to achieve their goals effectively. Effective
delegation involves identifying the strengths and weaknesses of team members and
assigning tasks accordingly.

As leaders, we would like our members to feel valued and see them excel. If leaders are
able to identify their member’s strengths and weaknesses, it helps develop the capacity
of others and makes them feel valuable to the organization, it also encourages
development, creativity, and innovation.