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Forward by: Christine Muldoon

I have never forgotten what one of my favorite communication professors said to her class many years ago:

Remember, you cannot not communicate!

So true. Even when you think you are not talking or listening, you are communicating something. Maybe it's your foot tapping or your eyes blinking or your fingers moving. We are always saying something to other people and to ourselves. That is why you must become an effective communicator.

It's one of the most important skills you will ever need in school, in a job, at home, everywhere!

STARE

Quick Quiz:

When you use eye contact, be careful not to __________?

This A-Z COMMUNICATION HANDBOOK was written to help you understand some basic communication concepts.

Each one will help make you a more effective communicator, especially when you are face to face in a conversation.

Some of the concepts you may already use and some you may have to practice.

At the back of the Handbook is a Quick Quiz. You can take the Quiz before or after you read it. There are role plays too that you can use to practice with your family and friends. Just remember: