Hi Wei,
On the journey to make any team you¡¯re on better, you¡¯ll practice how to effectively communicate with everyone. Our Discussion Sessions are carefully designed to provide opportunities for you to practice these critical communication skills in various ways. Last week, you discussed the conflict at the heart of any
negotiation: How much should you reveal, and how much should you conceal? From sports to friendships to international diplomacy, students considered the best way to negotiate in different scenarios. No right or wrong answers, just interesting conversations with kids from around the world.
Here¡¯s some feedback on how you used your voice in the Discussion Sessions you attended:
Communication Data
Wei's % of time spoken during the discussion sessions last week
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All Session Speaking Average
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Reflection for Wei: How does your voice % compare to the other participants?
Communication Analysis
Wei, during the recent Discussion sessions we made some observations we would like to share with you about your communication skills.
Your ability to share your thoughts and engage others is commendable. For example, you said, "Do any of you have any ideas?" which shows you are actively trying to include others in the conversation. However, sometimes repeating your statements can dilute your message and may confuse others. To improve, consider focusing on making your points concisely and clearly the first time.
Secondly, your active listening skills are impressive. You actively engage with your peers' ideas and comments, showing interest in new perspectives and responding thoughtfully. Your use of acknowledging phrases demonstrates your attentiveness and appreciation for the contributions of others. This indicates your active listening skills and your ability to engage with others' ideas. Your active participation in the discussion and your willingness to listen to others' perspectives contribute to a collaborative and inclusive environment.
You do a great job using examples to support your ideas. You also show empathy by appreciating the value of sharing problems for collective problem-solving, stating, "And telling problems is actually a good thing because then the person who's hearing it could help you solve it." However, be cautious with jumping abruptly to new topics without acknowledging others' points. A useful strategy could be to build on what others say before introducing new topics. Keep up the good work by actively listening and showing empathy, while also working on structuring your thoughts more effectively.
Anyone who knows how to make any team they¡¯re on better is able to keep improving their skills and correcting their errors. We look forward to seeing you at future Discussion Sessions and we¡¯ll continue giving you feedback on how you¡¯ve progressed in using your voice.
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