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BlogJuly 8, 2022

Horizontal Communication?

By Josue Carrión

Horizontal Communication?

Communication in companies or a business is of utmost importance — it usually follows a hierarchical order, also known as vertical communication, but have you ever wondered if the following option could work? Horizontal communication?

Communication in companies works the same way when it comes to selling your product to the public — a strategy is necessary.

Horizontal Communication?

Horizontal communication is an organizational structure that allows you to communicate on the same level with everyone,
changing the way team members are perceived. It enables equitable dialogue, fosters creativity, and encourages new ideas.

How Does This Communication Model Work?

This model allows employees to have a better relationship with the current manager and with any other type of staff.
It also creates a new-ideas-friendly, welcoming atmosphere for any client who comes in.
The organizational communication model has one flaw you should be aware of: "overconfidence."

Overconfidence creates an atmosphere of equality and reduced productivity, along with a conflictive environment.
Too much of it can lead to a lack of respect toward those in higher positions and diminished competitiveness among lower-level staff.

Solution to This Problem?

First and foremost, the solution is to make everyone aware of their respective roles without crossing the line of respect and the difference in positions —
sharing ideas, holding broad meetings where ideas are shared and not dismissed.


there is no such thing as a bad idea — it is simply poorly structured

This work method is useful for creating a better environment. You can apply it in your business by respecting the points we have outlined.
Not all methods are bad — they are simply not being applied correctly. Now it is your turn to know how to lead and apply them.
It does not necessarily have to be strictly rigid; sometimes the best way to lead a business to success is to understand the customer.