Active listening. Active listening means paying close attention to who you're communicating with by engaging with them, asking questions and rephrasing. ... Communication method. ... Friendliness. ... Confidence. ... Sharing feedback. ... Volume and clarity. ... Empathy. ... Respect. What are the 3 types of communication skills? When communication occurs, it typically happens in one of three ways: verbal, nonverbal and visual. People very often take communication for granted. What are 5 good communication skills? These 5 skills are absolutely necessary for successful communication in the workplace or private life. Listening. Listening is one of the most important aspects of communication. ... Straight talking. ... Non-verbal communication. ... Stress management. ... Emotion control.