Strategies to avoid communication breakdown

Keep focused

what do you think is the purpose of the person you’re communicating to

Speak intelligibly

Use appropriate speaking volume, speech rate, proper enunciation, and acceptable pronunciation

Listen with your ears and eyes

Pay attention to what people say and act, and how they say it

Minimize distractions

Find a quiet place to make room for focus and concentration

Be specific

use simple and concise words

Do not jump to conclusions

Be sure that you have listened attentively to the speaker