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POBF Lesson 1.01
Vocab 1.01
Term | Definition |
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Abbreviation | a shortened form of a word or phrase. |
Active | Listener gives full attention to listening when others are talking and focuses on whats being said |
Aggressive Communication Style | I am direct in expressing my needs, desires and opinions giving little or no thought to other people's feelings |
Analyzers | Detail-oriented and logical |
Analyzers' Non-verbal Behaviors | Cautious, logical thinkers, soft-spoken, monotone voice, limited eye contact and facial expressions |
Assertive Communication Style | I clearly and directly express my needs, desires and opinions in a way which is considerate of others |
Brain Storming | A group problem-solving technique in which members sit around a list ideas and possible solutions to the problem |
Collaborators | Easygoing people |
Collaborators' Non-verbal Behaviors | Appear relaxed, ask a lot of questions, have a win-win attitude, hesitant to make decisions and highly emotional with an expressive tone |
Constructive Criticism | Offering valid and well-reasoned opinions about the work of others, usually involving both positive and negative comments, in a friendly manner rather than an oppositional one |
Controllers | Take charge people |
Controllers' Non-verbal Behaviors | Direct, prefer to be in control, sense of urgency, louder volume and express limited to no emotion |
Criticism | Pointing out faults or shortcomings |
Customer | Someone who pays for goods or services |
Customer Relations (Customer Service) | Refers to the way a business communicates and interacts with the public to gain and retain customers |
Definsive | Attempting to justify or defend; deterring aggression or attack |
Detached | listener withdraws from the speaking-listening exchange and becomes the object of the speaker's message rather than its receiver |
Enuciate | Speak or state clearly |
Etiquette | Socially acceptable behavior |
Formative Evaluation | Evaluate prior to and during implementation of an idea |
Impact Evaluation | What are some other things that this will/could impact? |
Involved | listener gives most of his or her attention to the speaker's words and intentions. This person reflects on the message to a degree and participates in the speaking-listening exchange |
Need (Target Audience) | Knowing your target audience involves knowing the specific needs of the audience and not just the message you want to convey. This is... |
Non-Verbal | Not involving or using words or speech (Ex. Hand motions, facial expressions, posture) |
Objective | When something is based on facts not personal feelings, fictional matter, or interpretation |
Passive | listener receives information as though being talked to rather than as being an equal partner in the speaking-listening exchange. This listener is usually attentive, although attention may be faked at times |
Passive Aggressive Communication Style | I indirectly make sure that others are aware of my needs, desires and opinions and give little or no thought to theirs |
Passive Communication Style | I do not express my needs, desires and opinions directly and I put others' needs above my own |
Process Evaluation | Help employees/customers see how an idea achieved |
Professional | Exhibiting a courteous, conscientious, and generally businesslike manner in the workplace |
Reflection | Serious thought or consideration |
Research (Target Audience) | One way to ensure that you know your target audience in business communications is to thoroughly research your audience beforehand |
Socializers | Outgoing people who thrive on change and meeting people |
Socializers' Non-verbal Behaviors | Outspoken, quick to make a decision, assertive, fast talker, express how they're feeling through gestures, facial expressions and tone |
Specificity (Target Audience) | You can know the audience within your organization by learning and identifying your specific goal while, at the same time, identifying those within the organization who will have a vested interest in your message. This is... |
Stradegy (Target Audience) | Addressing your target audience based on your research and its needs should allow you to develop a _________________ that will help you to better communicate as well |
Sympathize | To feel or express sympathy or compassion |
Target Audience | A particular group at which a film, book, advertising campaign, etc., is aimed |
Verbal | Communication in the form of words |