Dr. Devesh Thakur
The video explains: 1. Verbal communication can be improved by avoiding the tendencies of indiscriminate and all-encompassing judgments, which involve making conclusions based on insufficient and biased evidence. These tendencies ignore the influence of culture, context, and individual perspectives on perceptions. 2. Indexing, acknowledging differences in thought and opinion, helps prevent indiscriminate communication. It involves using words and phrases like "maybe," "it could be," and "perhaps" to convey uncertainty. 3. Owning our thoughts involves accepting responsibility for our opinions and recognizing that others may have different viewpoints. Using personal pronouns like "I" and "my" when expressing beliefs or perceptions can help convey ownership. 4. Avoiding static evaluation, which involves retaining unchanging evaluations of people or things despite their natural evolution, can be achieved by using dating information to specify when a statement was true and considering the fluid nature of beliefs and attitudes. Additionally, avoiding polarization and recognizing the middle ground in discussions can lead to more balanced and nuanced communication.
Dr. Devesh Thakur is an enthusiastic and dedicated educator with a passion for cultivating confident communicators. His love for communications & public speaking has led him to earn several certificate courses in public speaking and presentations. He has written several articles, blogs, and books on communication and interpersonal skills.
With PG & Ph.D. from the prestigious Indian Veterinary Research Institute in Extension Education, he has fifteen years of experience in teaching communication courses to varied students of agricultural universities in India. His teaching philosophy revolves around creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where students can overcome their fears and develop the art of persuasive expression. Through a combination of recorded video lectures, and personalized online support, he strives to equip learners with the tools to articulate their ideas with clarity, impact, and conviction.