Interdisciplinary Studies: a Problem Based Approach on Communication

Interdisciplinary Studies: A Problem-Based Approach Communication is key to managing and building a successful business. From organizational planning to leading, communication must be accurately conveyed from the manager to the employee. Without effective communication, misunderstandings and miscommunications arise and in result, conflict frequently occurs as employees fail to communicate their thoughts. Each employee, no matter the profession, must effectively communicate to one another. In the field of business, there are many communication problems in which information is not adequately expressed between the various levels of hierarchy as well as to customers. Managers must be cornerstones to each company, as they have to integrate each employee and effectively communicate each report. This includes the “obvious need for clarity of expression in the report, but it also includes clarity about the scientific aspects of the problem and their relevance” (Policansky, David. Interdisciplinary Problem Solving: The National Research Counsel). Some of the major factors that contribute to poor communication are ineffective communication to customers and employees, wrong communication style for the situation, and ignoring feedback. The first major factor in communication issues that arise in business facilities is the ineffective communication to customers and employees. To excel in business, employees need more than just an understanding in management and economics. Business requires an understanding of people to convey the correct information and technology to the customers. Business also requires employees to clearly communicate their ideas and feelings to their co-workers so that they create productive interpersonal relationships. In a traditional business program, academics teach students the knowledge, skills, and attitudes that are needed to become an effective manager. Some of these might include managing stress, becoming a leader, motivating, coaching, and