Communication as a way to enact change..

Communication is way of expressing one’s self through the art of language with a certain level of interpersonal skills…. Communication can be a powerful commodity when exercise with the right amount of stance…. It can be an allied of sorts when trying to persuade a particular audience, a non-communicative parent, administrative staff, a shy child, or even our legislators  to see one’s point of view….

As a leader for my school, this is an area that I have strived to reach perfection in and use a weapon of peace and understanding in the midst of confusion by way of a received note in an agenda correspondent because of a dishonest child or a phone call where an angry parent is on the other end. Communicating in a positive manner when faced with a difficult situation can calm any storm- is a strategic tool that I have learned over the years previously as a counselor to youth and mothers of substance abuse and in my current profession…

When striving to enact change that not only effect you, but everyone within your circle and outside of it…communication is key… In speaking of policy…I reminisce on President Barack Obama’s State of the Union Address and how it must take confidence within oneself to speak in front of others who have a vote to decide whether or not what you say is relevant-sweeping changes throughout the United States…Whether or bad is in the ears of the beholder. Knowing that at the end of your speech, what you say could impact millions….

I also believe that not only does it take confidence, but being well –read in the knowledge based of whatever matter in which the speaker is communicating on is also an asset in communication. In other words, preparation is a must….so research has to play a role as well…. Therefore; if communication is to be done effectively – I say, stand tall, shoulders back, notes documented, confident in your purpose keeping your eyes on the prize…just simply let your thoughts flow while maintaining eye contact…and passion about whatever you’re presenting…then communication will be a success!

Joy Overflowing,

April