Hypothesis: A failure to communicate your intended message can have life and death consequences. For example the explosion of the Challenger and the loss of seven crewmembers were partly due to a communications error. A leaders, inability to clearly communicate your intent can lead to serious, loss of equipment or death.
             Communication plays a major role in everyone's life. From the time we wake in the morning and catch the news or the traffic report, until the time we kiss our loved ones good night, we will encounter the many different elements of communication.
             Communication is defined as "The art and technique of using words effectively in imparting ones ideas. (American, 1997). In order for communication to be effective all information must be presented in such a fashion that others understand. Effective communication not only can help us solve problems but can also improve lives. However, when the communication breaks down and barriers go up, the possibility of jeopardizing the success of the people you come in contact everyday.
             Understanding the meaning of communication and the underlying factors creating communication barriers and how they can affect our personal and professional lives can help determine solutions for effective communication.
             Communication is easily recognizable. There are so many ways to communicate it is hard not to recognize. When we think of communicating, we think of the obvious mediums such as, talking, body gestures, written forms, television, and now computers. These are better known as verbal, non-verbal, and technology.
             Verbal communication is the most obvious. When we communicate verbally, our choice of words are important. If the receiver of the message cannot decipher the words, it serves no real purpose. Speaking clearly and tone of voice is important. The tone we use to speak can make the message meaningful, exciting or boring. Tone can express calm, anger, sincerit...