Why Strong Communication Skills Matter in Joining the Armed Forces?

Securing a commission rank in the armed forces is no small feat, and it comes with unique challenges. Commissioning positions have distinct qualifications that may not be as critical in other areas. In a series of upcoming posts, we’ll break down these requirements. Today, let’s explore one of the most vital skills for earning a commission across all three armed forces: communication. We’ll delve into why communication skills matter and offer insights on how to enhance them.

Communication skills

Imagine this: A student excels with a remarkable 90% in Matric (10th Grade) and an impressive 95% in Intermediate (12th Grade). Successfully navigating the initial screening test with over 80% marks, he encounters a significant hurdle—his inability to speak fluently and articulate his thoughts effectively. This poses a high risk of rejection during the interview phase. Even if he manages to clear the initial interview, the ISSB may ultimately reject the candidate due to inadequate communication skills.

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Do you Remember Usman Buszdar? The chief minister of Punjab (2018-2022). He might be a good administrator or politician but he had weak communication skills, so he avoided the media and unfortunately, he didn’t earn any positive Image while remaining the chief minister of Punjab due to weak communication skills.

So, If you are preparing for the commission jobs in the armed forces in any category/ department, You must build your Communications skills.

Keep in mind that enhancing your communication skills is not a quick process that happens overnight. It requires time and dedication, possibly spanning months or even years, to cultivate powerful and influential communication skills.

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What are communication skills?

You have strong Influencing communication skills if You

• Can speak whatever your Mind says
• Can speak in front of people
• You have No fear while talking in front of a crowd
• You wear matching and Impressive Dressing
• Your gestures while talking
• Your reaction to the questions

How to Enhance Your Communication Skills?

Merely reading books and articles won’t cut it; practical steps are crucial. Incorporate these daily or weekly activities into your routine to see improvement:

1. Engage in discussions with mature individuals. Create a discussion group to explore diverse topics. Seek feedback from friends to gauge your progress.
2. Pay attention to your dress code. Understand when to opt for casual or formal attire in different settings.
3. Hone your non-verbal communication skills. Take note of your sitting posture, hand gestures during conversations, and the frequency of pauses.
4. Evaluate your conversational habits. Reflect on how you express yourself, the duration of your pauses, and other nuances that impact effective communication.
5. And much more! Enhance your vocabulary to articulate your thoughts with precision.

By actively participating in these activities, you’ll find yourself on a journey to significantly improve your communication skills.

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Do you want to improve your communication skills and lack certain skills? Leave your comments below and let’s have a Healthy discussion. You can also read this post for more information 07 Ways to Improve your Communication Skills

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