How to train your designer?

How can one effectively engage with a designer in a collaborative effort? What strategies and methods should be employed when communicating with a designer, and how can one articulate requests and inquiries? In what ways can a designer deliver results that align with your requirements for practical use? Is there room for refining communication skills or expressing thoughts in alternative ways? Are there approaches to integrate a designer into your workflows, fostering an environment where they naturally align their processes with yours for future collaborations?