Do you find one or the other significantly easier? Do you have a preference to e-mail someone or call them? I find written communication easier, I don't know why. It seems like the words flow better, perhaps because I've done more of it in my lifetime. I think some that are very sociable may be different, and much prefer to talk. In the business environment however there are times I insist on talking to someone in person, basically if you feel there needs to be a a lot of interaction, or you need to read their body language. In the latter case then in-person is much better than phone, otherwise you get some silence on the phone and you're sitting there wondering what they think.
I think it depends a lot on your relationship with the person you're talking to. In a formal environment, such as at work, I find it better to communicate in writing because you have more time to think twice about what you're saying, which is important when you're communicating with your boss or a client. Also, this has the added bonus that you have written proof of your communications, should some kind of misunderstanding arise (and with coworkers, it often does). However, if you want to express deep feelings for someone, be it your significant other or a family member or a friend, an e-mail just won't cut it. To me, event traditional love-letters don't come even close to talking to someone in person, I'd seriously prefer a phone call. In verbal interactions, you won't have time to think twice about what you'll say, but that spontaneity just adds truthfulness to what you're saying. This was my first post after introducing myself, hope you liked it
In my field of work, written communication is important because life of people are at risk and needs to be guided accordingly. Verbal communication rather is more on affectionate and establishing rapport, giving basic instruction and giving care. It is really depend on what kind of work you have or what kind of environment you have in your life. I am good at verbal communication as I really need to build trust to my patients. Written Communication is not my thing but I am also good at it.
They are equally important, easy and hard. It actually depends on whom you are talking to and what kind of person you are dealing with. There are instances where a written communication is not only better but rather vital in order to document what you've agreed upon. In some cases, when you're talking to your sister or your mom, wouldn't it be better to just speak with them via phone or video call rather than just send an e-mail? It's really a case to case basis is what I think.
You're right, if talking about legal documents, written communication is really needed. And when you are just talking casually, use verbal communication. What about when you chat? What kind of communication is this?
Well I can say I am not good at words. I find most of the time that people misinterpret what I said. So I can say written communication is more practical for me to use. That way, I can express myself better.
Its really depend on the person's perception on what he meant by the words you use, either verbal or written, that's why most of the time when two people in different areas meet they tend to misinterpret the words they are saying.
Correct. I just wonder why most of them misinterpret my words. Maybe my voice is too loud or something.
Well why not ask them? They should at least express their thoughts about your words you use or the level of intonation when your having a conversation to them.
I like being verbal. Even though, I have an easier time writting down my thoughts; I still believe verbal is the best. When writting down I get to actually think a little more about what I want to say carefully. The reason I pick verbal is because you get to communicate faster and easier with body language.
I rather and I feel better express myself with written communication than verbal. I admint I am not to much social, but when I need to or there's something serious, I prefer look at people and talk to them face to face.
In personal relationships I defiantly prefer face to face communication and never write letters (or emails) to anyone in my family... even if I am away for longs periods of time I still prefer to wait until I can see them in person. In a work environment I think written forms of communication are better as recipients have a reference to refer back to rather than having to remember long conversations, however there is always the danger that a lot of messages (e-mails) are passed back and forth without anything actually being achieved. I think the telephone is the worst, as it is sometimes hard to know when to speak without any visual cues and also I sometimes find it hard to make out what the caller is saying if they have an unfamiliar accent.
There are people i prefer to just forward an email or text rather than call or personal conversations. It would also depends on how important the message needs to be passed to someone and if i still have time for meting them.
I prefer using both. There are things that needs to be said verbally. Written words can lead to misinterpretations. I write to remind about what we have talked about but makes sure to talk to them personally first before sending any notes.
I believed it depends on the situation and with the necessity of the event. Generally, I would prefer written communication as like you said the ideas are just keep on flowing when they are written. I am kind of shy and quiet person and if I have a choice I would like to deliver my messages through writing. But if a particular situation required to be deliver verbally then that's the possible way to do especially in dealing with business matter.
