Communication Quote by Jonathan Berent
““ Communication Skills As most employers will tell you, performance is based upon your ability both to assess and to respond. You need to be able to assess the person you are speaking to in order to understand what his or her needs are, how the person makes decisions, and what he or she finds valuable. Then, you should be able to respond in an appropriate manner, pointing out your assets and how you could benefit the company were you to be hired.””
About This Quote
Source Career guide: Job interview advice
Effective communication requires assessing others’ needs and responding with relevant strengths.
In simple terms: Assess and respond to others.
Key Takeaway
Tailor your pitch.
Themes
communication
career
assessment
Mood
professional
pragmatic
Type
instructional
advisory
When to use this quote
- interviews
- client meetings
- team collaboration
Key Concepts
empathy
strategic messaging
value proposition
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance listening and speaking?
- What signals show you’ve understood needs?
A Different Perspective
Over‑emphasis on self‑promotion can backfire.
