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5 Ways to Master Tactfulness: A Quick Guide to Highly Effective Communication

Peter Economy
06 July 2024
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3 min
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Tact is balancing being direct and honest, while also being sensitive and not offensive.

Summary

  1. Tact enables you to communicate your message, while safeguarding the feelings of others.
  2. It requires you to think before you speak, and choose your words carefully.
  3. Being aware of your body-language, and managing your emotions are vital.
READ: 5 Ways to Master Tactfulness: A Quick Guide to Highly Effective Communication

References

  • Media Check: Inc. Magazine - Media Bias Fact Check (HIGH CREDIBILITY) 
  • Collections | The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
  • RAAF RUNWAY: RATIONALE, GUIDELINES, LEARNING OUTCOMES, ETC. 
 

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