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II. TOP REASONS WHY PEOPLE FAIL TO HONOR THEIR COMMITMENTS

Communication is more than the words we speak. Communication is about who we are and how we express ourselves and relate to the world. Communication is the message we deliver through nonverbal as well as verbal means. Communication is the ultimate expression of who we are. Here are 10 ideas to consider to experience powerful communication.

1. Differing Priorities.

If you ask someone to do something and they agree to do it, does that agreement include a common understanding of the urgency and immediacy of the task involved? Often not. Each person has his or her own set of priorities, but all too frequently, these differences are not discussed. In such instances, it helps to clarify. Example: It's really important that this get done by Tuesday morning at 9:00 am. Will you be able to meet that deadline? Will you let me know if you cannot?

2. Indirectness.

Some people practice indirect communication. Instead of saying what they want directly and taking steps to ensure that there is a common meeting of the minds, they phrase their request so they do not appear confrontational. Here’s an example: The direct approach: Please pass me the salt. The indirect approach: I wonder if there is any salt in the cupboard. Say what you have to say directly so the other person is not guessing what you want.

3. Misunderstanding.

Sometimes, people have a legitimate question as to what is expected. “Right away” means different things to different people. To a schedule-driven type A, it may mean, within the next five minutes. To an easy-going creative type, it can mean, sometime today. Solution: Be clear on what you mean and, if there is any doubt, ask the other person to repeat back your request.

4. Self-Importance.

Some people simply feel that others owe them a certain level of deference by virtue of their position, intelligence, wealth, or presence. These folks just don't feel that your concerns are as important as theirs, so when they fail to keep a commitment, they just don't believe it's important in their larger scheme of things. The best way to deal with these people is to avoid them if you can. Their inflated sense of ego pretty much guarantees that they won't be receptive to your suggestions for improvement. And, if you can’t avoid them, don’t cater to their self importance. Your persistence will wear them down.

5. Con Artistry.

There are those folks who have no commitment to following through. They commit only to string you along, get a little more out of you, and then move on to the next unwary victim. You don't need these people in your life. Deal with them if you must, but dump them if you can.

6. Poor Time Management.

Remember that old saying about the road to failure being paved with good intentions? Some people make promises truly intending to keep them, but then something always intervenes--a current project takes longer than expected, they didn't allow enough time to get there, they had to do just a little bit more before they left, etc. At one time or another, we've probably all fallen into these traps ourselves. We get trapped because we have good motive: to get more done and make everyone happy. The net result is the other person is inconvenienced and our stress levels increase.

7. Never Say NO.

“Yes” is a great word that makes people happy, but if you never say “No”, then your commitments will stack up, and your “Yes” will be worthless. An occasional “No” adds value to your “Yes.”

8. Unrealistic Expectations.

Similar to self-importance, but different. Some people have simply grown up expecting others to take up the slack. The pampered only child and the coddled star athlete are two examples. Confront unrealistic expectations by setting measurable goals. Do not allow room for interpretation.

9. Irresponsibility.

Being self-responsible is a learned trait which some people never master. Some adults are incapable of honoring their commitments, because they have never been taught, as children, to be responsible. The road back is long and tedious. It often begins with the mastery of the most simple tasks and continues, sometimes agonizingly slowly, towards responsible adulthood. Deal with irresponsible people by being very specific and getting everything in writing.

10. Procrastination.

Some people seem to be born procrastinators. No matter how little or how much they have to do, they always find reasons for postponing. If it is your bad luck to deal with one of these folks, the only advice I can give is follow up, follow up, and follow up. If you are a procrastinator, you might try following a simple rule: every day, pick the most unpleasant and/or difficult chore from your list and do it first. After a couple of weeks of this, you may find that you procrastinate less and enjoy it more.

About the Author: This piece was written by Shale Paul, Executive Coach, who can be reached at shale@shalecoach.com . Shale Paul works with individuals who are committed to getting ahead, changing direction, or simply growing.

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