The semester has finally come to an end. I am really glad that I have taken the module ES2007S: Professional Communication. I have learned a lot of things from the module, not only from the tutor – Ms Lim but from the classmates as well. For example, I have learned about techniques on writing application letter, proposal and resume not to mention that I also learned about the tips on oral presentation.
The most fruitful knowledge that I gained from this course is through project proposal. In producing the project proposal, I had worked closely with my team mates and realized the importance of group work. From the very beginning of getting a topic for our proposal till the submission of our project proposal, we had been having meeting to discuss our project, refining the proposal draft and rushing the proposal before deadline. It would be taxing and time-consuming if these were to be done by individual work. With team work, we are able to distribute the job scopes evenly to do research on the our proposal topic, edit and refine the proposal draft, proofread the proposal draft together and correct each other when there was anything went wrong. We cannot possibly come out with a complete project proposal without the contribution from every team mates.
Besides that, I have also understood that patience and tolerance are also important elements in professional communication. There was time when I was so frustrated on refining the student survey’s questions and the proposal draft as there was so much editing work to do on the proposal draft. However, I have learnt to be patient and tolerant with the work and be resilient on working it. Eventually, patience and tolerance has helped my team mates and I in working out a better piece of complete proposal.
In a nutshell, this module (Professional Communication) has widened my knowledge and perspectives. This module has also enlightened me in some ways when dealing with people while communicating. For example, we have to be positive and thoughtful while communicating. I am really grateful that I have taken this module, met new people and learned from them.
Hey Xinying!
ReplyDeleteI do agree with you that the formal skills we have learnt in this module complete our communication as professionals. It could be to improve our communication to look for jobs or even a persuasive presenter in the future. In addition, team work is becoming so necessary these days! In fact, I think that it is more challenging and harder to accomplish a piece of work when working in a team, rather than working individually. This is because we have to take into account and respect everyone’s differing opinions, and of cause, to find a common time to meet up for discussion. Working individually need not go through all these processes as you need not accommodate anyone but yourself. Patience and time are the two most powerful warriors and are essential for us to apply in any situations. =)
Hey Xin Ying!
ReplyDeletePatience and tolerance are indeed so important in effective communication! We really need them to listen to others. I can understand your frustration in refining the survey! But I am glad you made it true and became stronger! The next time you do a survey again, it will definitely be better!
And yes, teamwork is really useful too. With teamwork, the load can be spread among the team members. This way, we can not only reduce the pressure on each team member, but more importantly, the quality of the work will be much better too!
Lastly, I'm glad you enjoyed and learned so much from this module like me! See you around in school! :)
Hello!
ReplyDeletePatience and tolerance is really important to be successful. During the team project work, we really do learnt about ourself and how people communicate when we think back. From there, we are able to understand and learn how to act appropriately. I hope this module have strengthen your communication in a team. In addition, I hope that this module will bring us further in our working life!
Hi Xinying!
ReplyDeleteYes patience is definitely important! In all aspects of life too. But for myself, I think instead of being tolerant, I learnt how to compromise. We have to be willing to work around each other's schedules, sacrifice a little for the better good and learn to adapt to each other's working styles. It's really a give-and-take for me. And similarly, our team had our set of frustrations too! But at the end of the day, it's the set backs that bring us together. :)
Glad to have met you through this class! :)
Hi,XinYing!
ReplyDeletethank you for being a reliable and helpful teammate.It's nice working with you.good luck for your exams~