Every day of human life requires communication. We express ourselves by communicating either verbally or non-verbally with one another.  Being effective in communication is very important as it won't only improve your ability to express yourself better but also improve your personal and professional relationships. Here's a step to step guide on how to improve your communication skills: 

1. Practice active listening: Effective communicators are always good listeners. Being an active listener means you give full attention to what someone else is saying. You actively engage with what others are saying by giving affirmative gestures and replies that you're listening to them. Listen! Listen!! Listen!!! People always want to know that they are being heard. Listen to what the person is saying rather than waiting for them to end their talk so you can respond immediately. Give them your undivided attention. 

2. Focus on nonverbal communication: This skill simply means you can understand others' body language and facial expressions when you're speaking to them. Being able to master nonverbal clues and signals can help prevent miscommunication with those around you. 

3. Manage your emotions: This is where emotional intelligence comes in. You need to learn how to manage your own emotions as well as others. Learn to express your emotions appropriately in context. Don't let strong emotions take over you, especially in a professional setting, this can lead to poor communication skills and conflict. 

4. Ask for feedback: Many of us are so full of ourselves and we think we communicate well. The truth in most cases is that we might be poor communicators. An effective communicator asks for feedback from others. There's no shame in asking your colleagues or friends for honest feedback on your communication skills. This can improve you greatly. Be willing to seek out others' points of view and forge better relationships with your colleagues, family, and friends. 

5. Think before you speak: Always pause before you speak, not saying the first thing that comes to your mind. Take a moment and pay close attention to what you say and how you say it. This one habit will help you avoid embarrassment. 

6. Maintain positive attitude always: Learn to keep a positive attitude at all times. Learn to smile also. A positive attitude will bring a positive response from others. Even when you're on the phone, keep a positive attitude and smile. Believe me, the person on the other side will know it. Exude a positive attitude always. 

Conclusion

With the highlighted points, you can see just how to improve your communication skills. Good communication skill is very important and they can help you in your presentations in class, during your job interviews, when handling arguments, and in a variety of other situations. Get better today! 

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