Effective communication skills help you express yourself and understand others. They enable you to convey complex ideas, engage audiences, drive action and ask for help or support when stressed. Having good communication skills means explaining tasks, projects and meeting content concisely, so that people understand exactly what it is they need to do, and work is delivered consistently to deadline.
The development of effective communication skills relies, in part, on being confident, and believing there is value in what you have to say. Developing confidence is a key part of enhancing this soft skill.