Recently I was asked to present a communication seminar for a singles group. The activities leader planned many interesting events, but noted that the group just didn’t seem to develop rapport with one another.

During the course of the seminar, I asked the group what were their greatest communication challenges. Here’s what I learned.

1. Starting a conversation where there is no anticipated agenda.
2. Making friends on a group trip.
3. To be less out there asking for phone numbers.
4. Knowing someone else listens to me.
5. Covering up my discomforts by attacking rather than asking for a change.
6. Trying to maintain a conversation with someone who only gives short, one word answers. Can’t draw them out.
7. Expressing myself thru writing.

MOST ANNOYING: People who talk constantly, ask questions, and don’t wait for an answer.

Perhaps you can relate to some of these these challenges, whether or not you are single. In the coming days, I’ll discuss these challenges and provide some tips to overcome them. In the meantime, if you have personally found yourself facing these challenges and want to comment on how you overcame them, please use the comment button.
Thanks.