Oral communication involves spoken interactions such as meetings, presentations, negotiations, and phone calls. It requires confidence, clarity, and active listening.

Key strategies include:

• Preparation: Know your material and purpose.

• Active listening: Show engagement by paraphrasing, asking clarifying questions.

• Non-verbal cues: Eye contact, body language, and tone can reinforce or undermine your message.

• Conciseness: Stay on topic and respect others’ time.