Prof Comm Intro to Comm Unit Comp. Set

What is effective listening?

• The ability to fully focus on and understand the speaker's message without interrupting or judging.

• The ability to multitask and do other activities while listening.

• The ability to judge and criticize the speaker's message.

• The ability to interrupt the speaker and share your own thoughts.

Why is nonverbal communication important in professional settings?

• Nonverbal communication is not important in professional settings because it is only useful in personal relationships.

• Nonverbal communication is not important in professional settings because it can be easily misunderstood.

• Nonverbal communication is important in professional settings because it helps convey messages, establish trust, and build rapport without the use of words.

• Nonverbal communication is important in professional settings because it helps create confusion and misunderstandings.

What is interpersonal communication?

• The exchange of information between two or more computers.

• The exchange of information, ideas, and feelings between two or more people.

• The exchange of information within a single person.

• The exchange of information through written communication.

What is intrapersonal communication?

• Communication between two or more people.

• Communication through written messages.

• Communication through body language.

• Internal communication with oneself

Why is group communication important in the workplace?

• Group communication is not important in the workplace because it hinders collaboration and problem-solving.

• Group communication is important in the workplace because it promotes collaboration, enhances problem-solving, fosters creativity, improves decision-making, and builds stronger relationships among team members.

• Group communication is important in the workplace because it slows down decision-making and stifles creativity.

• Group communication is not important in the workplace because it does not build stronger relationships among team members.

What are some barriers to effective listening?

• emotional barriers, physical barriers, language barriers

• lack of interest, closed-mindedness, information overload

• distractions, lack of focus, preconceived notions, cultural differences, and language barriers

• noise, multitasking, poor listening skills

How can nonverbal cues affect communication?

• Nonverbal cues can have no impact on communication.

• Nonverbal cues can only convey emotions.

• Nonverbal cues can only convey attitudes.

• Nonverbal cues can affect communication by conveying emotions, attitudes, and intentions.

What are some examples of interpersonal communication skills?

• written communication, presentation skills, networking, and conflict management

• active listening, empathy, nonverbal communication, conflict resolution, and assertiveness

• teamwork, leadership, decision-making, and critical thinking

• public speaking, negotiation, time management, and problem-solving

How does intrapersonal communication impact self-awareness?

• Intrapersonal communication impacts self-awareness by facilitating self-reflection and understanding of one's thoughts, emotions, and beliefs.

• Intrapersonal communication has no impact on self-awareness.

• Intrapersonal communication hinders self-awareness by causing confusion and self-doubt.

• Intrapersonal communication only impacts self-awareness in certain individuals.

What are some strategies for effective group communication?

• Assigning a leader to make all decisions, allowing one person to dominate the conversation, ignoring the input of quieter group members, not providing any feedback or guidance, not setting clear goals or objectives, and not actively listening to others.

• Active listening, clear and concise communication, establishing clear goals and objectives, fostering open and respectful communication, encouraging participation from all group members, and providing constructive feedback.