Collaborative Communication

What helps bring collaborators together?

• Friendships

• Shared values

• Good moral values

• Good ideas

Which of the following describes an Indirect communication style?

• Very delibrate; provide very accurate, carefully thought-out results

• Readily expresses emotions, thoughts, and feelings without holding back in any way

• Fast-paced and assertive; can be argumentative

• Tends to hold back on giving away too much information that may reveal their inner nature

Which of the following is usually known for their aggressive, competitive natures?

• Relator

• Thinker

• Socializer

• Director

A communication style is

• the primary way others share information with you

• the preferred way you speak to others

• the preferred language someone likes to use

• the preferred way you share information with others

Which of the following is very easy to work with and is quite good at cooperating with others?

• Director

• Relator

• Thinker

• Socializer

Which of the following describes an Open communication style?

• Very deliberate; provide very accurate, carefully though-out results

• Readily expresses emotions, thoughts, and feelings without holding back in any way

• Fast-paced and assertive; can be argumentative

• Tends to hold back on giving away too much information that may reveal their inner nature

Which of the following is a reason collaboration is important?

• To satisfy customers

• To Make people who don't like working alone happy

• To please company stakeholders

• To help an organization grow

Which of the following is NOT a way to help you with time management during a meeting?

• Ask attendees to help keep track of time

• Ask for help resolving issues

• Check the clock frequently

• Follow-up on issues you can't resolve immediately

All of the following are tips to help you take the initiative to make circumstances better in effective collaboration.

• Believe every problem has a solution, stay informed, plan ahead, and look for improvement opportunities

• Look for improvement opportunities, believe every problem needs a reaction, and plan two weeks ahead

• Look for improvement opportunities, stay informed, believe every problem must be worked out, and prepare the day before

• Plan ahead, believe every problem has a solution, stay informed, and worry about future opportunities

Why is understanding communication styles important to you?

• Understanding your communication style(s) isn't relevant, but others need to understand you

• Knowing your own style will help you understand how others may perceive your words and actions

• Knowing how to adapt to situations and communicate nonverbally is beneficial

• You need to know how to communicate only verbally