Communication skills especially at work?

Question

Im looking for sources to improve my communication skills. I've always been a verbose person all my life. I like to embed my conversations with details and scenarios before really comming to the point. Sometimes i feel i say too much that i lose the point behind what i am saying.

Sometimes i feel this is a problem especially at work because people dont have much patience for you. Being as much as you can to the point is key to getting things done your way. I dont have a problem with the language - English. Its just how i express myself.

Can you point me to sources which elaborate on communication ethics at work, how to communicate during different situations, communication is key but when does that make you a nag. I would love to see the day when i say what i want to in the fewest words and people understand my point right away. any poitners?

Answer 1

Local colleges and adult education places should have business communication classes that would help you a lot. When you want to express a point, say the point first, then start explaining it until they start nodding and saying yes. If you start with the point, you will talk less, and fill in until you see them understanding the point with head nods and questions.
Try going to a libarary and getting a book on this, they help too.

Answer 2

I'd take a speech class at my local community college. That way you are trained to communicate in a concise manner usually within a specific time frame. It also helps to listen carefully rather than say much.