factors affecting oral communication
1. Language barriers: Differences in language proficiency, accents, and dialects can all create challenges in oral communication.
2. Cultural differences: Differences in communication styles, gestures, and norms can impact how messages are perceived and understood.
3. Non-verbal cues: Body language, facial expressions, and tone of voice play a significant role in oral communication and can affect how a message is received.
4. Environment: Noise, distractions, and interruptions in the communication setting can hinder effective oral communication.
5. Emotional state: Emotions such as stress, anxiety, or anger can impact how a message is delivered and received in oral communication.
6. Listening skills: Poor listening skills can lead to misunderstandings and misinterpretations in oral communication.
7. Clarity of message: Lack of clarity, coherence, or organization in the message being conveyed can lead to confusion and ineffective communication.
8. Power dynamics: Hierarchical relationships, authority differences, and power dynamics can influence the communication process and affect the effectiveness of oral communication.