Your biotech team and business stakeholders speak different languages. How do you bridge the gap?
Communication barriers can hinder progress when biotech teams and business stakeholders don't speak the same language. Here’s how to bridge that gap:
How do you ensure effective communication between your technical and business teams?
Your biotech team and business stakeholders speak different languages. How do you bridge the gap?
Communication barriers can hinder progress when biotech teams and business stakeholders don't speak the same language. Here’s how to bridge that gap:
How do you ensure effective communication between your technical and business teams?
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Communicate via Google Translate over a video call. You may wonder why both. The one thing we all share in common is nonverbal communication. Over video, we can speak the same language while translating the words. Understanding that Google Translate will be incorrect at times, the reactions via video will not.
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Appoint Translators: Designate individuals who can effectively communicate technical and business language between the teams. Joint Meetings: Hold regular joint meetings to ensure both sides understand each other's perspectives and goals. Simplify Language: Use clear, jargon-free language in all communications to avoid misunderstandings. Workshops & Training: Conduct workshops to help each team understand the basics of the other's domain. Visual Aids: Utilize charts, graphs, and diagrams to explain complex concepts clearly. Collaborative Tools: Use collaborative platforms that facilitate clear communication and documentation accessible to both teams.
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Communication barriers between biotech teams and business stakeholders can stall progress, but there are effective ways to bridge the gap. Frequent check-ins ensure both sides stay aligned, providing opportunities to clarify any confusing terminology and address evolving priorities. A shared glossary can translate technical terms into accessible business language, helping stakeholders understand the science. Additionally, visual aids such as diagrams and infographics can simplify complex ideas, making it easier for everyone to grasp core concepts and move forward collaboratively.
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