Arguably the world’s most valuable skill is communication.

Unfortunately, the fast-paced and busy nature of today's world keeps people from ever learning how to communicate effectively.

Here are 3 communication frameworks that will save you dozens of painful hours trying to master communication yourself:

Framework #1 - Empathy by Stephen Covey

Hearing this completely changed the way I thought about communication.

According to Stephen Covey, all you have to do is:

• Seek first to understand

• Then to be understood

• Ask questions to clarify understanding

Framework #2 - Energy by Tony Robbins

Hang this up in your room somewhere.

• Speak with conviction

• Use vivid language to engage the audience

• Match the energy of your communication partner

Framework #3 - Rapport by Dale Carnegie

This the Bible of communication.

• Show genuine interest in the other person

• Avoid criticism and negative language

• Use humor to build rapport and make a connection