For increase effective communications skills use this check list of effective communication tips bellow:
Pay complete attention to your speaking partner (face and body)
If you want to be noticed, you should pay attention to people. When communicating with others, do it with full attention. Expose the face and your body to your interlocutor. ( Effective communications skills #1)
Keep eye contact during a conversation
With eye contact, you're showing that you are confident, steady, seriously and appreciate your interlocutor. Many people do not dare to eye contact with the interlocutor, even worse they are considered impolite if you dare to look into the eyes of others. Moreover, your interlocutor is your boss. This is obviously a mistake that need to be repaired immediately. ( Effective communications skills #2)
Manage your thoughts for focusing to understanding
During the communication, make sure you pay attention closely to what you are listening to. Do not use your mind to imagine that others, including to prepare your answers will be provided. Focus on understanding what you hear. ( Effective communications skills #3)