1.1 Forms, Benefits, and Myths of Human Communication

Of all the knowledge and skills you have, those concerning communication will prove among the most useful. Your ability to communicate will always play a crucial part in how effectively you live your personal and professional lives. It’s vital to your success to learn how communication works and to master its most essential skills. Let’s begin this introductory chapter with a clear explanation of the forms of communication that will be discussed and the benefits that you’ll derive from your study of these forms of communication.