Company Language - How To Be Heard In The Workplace

Learn the Company Language

Learning a language, as a child comes in stages. Children often learn acceptable actions and body language before they learn how to speak a single vocabulary word. However, when an adult starts a new job, most of the time he or she is learning the vocabulary or the terminology used for the different types of equipment, products and functions before learning the corporate language and acceptable actions a company uses. It is important as an adult to learn how to speak the language of a company, not just the terminology of a company.

Research and Learn What IS Acceptable Behavior

Every company has certain acceptable actions it uses in various communication settings. In a meeting, a company may consider talking about different subjects other than what the meeting was called for. Other companies would not accept the action at all. Some companies use a specified meeting start time as an approximate starting time. Some companies will start a meeting without whoever is running late (and then glare when you enter). It is important to also learn what a company expects from each individual at a meeting. Is active participation necessary or are meetings used for lecturing only?

Learn How To Communicate Effectively Within The Company

A company’s email communication can be another challenge. Does a company allow some banter between employees with email? Or, is the company very strict with the use of email? Is it all right to send informal emails opening with ‘Hi’ or do you need to be formal with all of your communications?

Learn About Company Communication Streams

Another big area that needs to be learned is how communication travels. Does an employee need to always speak to her direct Superior or can he or she speak to other employees and other Superiors? What reactions does a company have if an employee does not agree with a policy? What are the lines of communication available to submit any ideas you may have?

The quicker you learn the language of a company, the quicker you will be able to communicate effectively.

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