In the final activity the initial barrier is overcome using feedback, involvement and creativity. As part of these sessions, brainstorm with participants about how the exercise relates to their work environment. This exercise works as a lead-in to discussions to a variety of communication related topics. Do not provide this, let the group help each other out. It takes a participatory approach to understanding some barriers to good communication.
Communication is at the heart of any employment relationship.
Poor communication leads to both economic and social losses, examples of each being increased inefficiency and elevated stress levels in the work environment. In hazardous occupations such as agriculture, poor communication can be a threat to workers' health. When using dangerous machinery and chemicals, communication is a vital tool for reducing any margin for errors. When we start to look at how we communicate, it is amazing that it really happens. Distractions or barriers seem to follow us around.