Opposites Attract Men and women have very different styles when it comes to the art of communication. In Deborah Tannen’s essay, “But What Do You Mean?” , she describes the different communication variations between men and women. My communication style conforms very accurately to the male gender as described by Tannen because I communicate very directly, give critiques, and like to joke around.…
As important as job performance and teamwork may seem without communication neither of those would be possible. Communication is extremely important in the workplace. In the medical field, communication is the major building block of helping out patients. Individuals working in the medical field should have extrodinary communication skills. There are four types of communication methods which will be discussed in this essay and they are: verbal, nonverbal, written, and electronic.…
On the surface I think I am like most students: I take university seriously, I have my own visions for the future that I am determined to make happen, and I do not expect anyone to lead my way. What makes me different from the rest of the crowd though is how I love to take part organizing something for the greater good. During my school years, I have joined several school organizations which has taught me how to work well in team and how to work under pressure. Previous experience has also given me a considerable amount of confidence in my interpersonal communication skills. I look forward to putting this skills and experiences in this Peace tour as a leader.…
My “ISTJ” communication style is very simple. I am very direct and straightforward. I like for things to be clear as water. ISTJ’s tend to be shy and don’t talk much, but don’t underestimate me. I know more than I say.…
Upon taking the Newline Ideas Communication assessment my two highest scores were in Assertive and Aggressive categories scoring a 17 and 16 in both of those. Realizing that these scores are only one point away from one another and reading the explanation below them, I came to the conclusion that most of the time my communication style is Assertive, but there is also a good chance that my style would also fit into the aggressive category depending on the situation. Upon interviewing my friends and my current boss they agreed upon the term decisively cautious as how they would describe my communication style. In particular, my boss stated that I approach each situation differently and depending how what the goal of the communication is I act…
Tannen studies suggest women are more indirect and men are more direct when communicating. However, for both women and men, the usage of indirectness and directness will greatly vary in different environmental situations. Tannen states that through the process of communicating indirectly, “we attempt to consider and balance our needs with others and to obtain a sense of idea and physical reactions that…
I appreciated this survey and found it very intriguing. I agreed with the main characteristics that fall under my category, PE. I did find it interesting that my second communication style, process, was very different from the primary communication style. Although giving it some thought I can see that there are times that can be very factual, and I have learned that I do like to be in control at times. Based on this profile a career that would fit me best is one that I can interact and assist people.…
Understand some cultural variation in communication style is useful. Dialectical perspective remind us that a particular style that we use may vary from context to context. Think of many contexts in which you communicate daytime classes, family, work, and so on — and about how you change your communications comply with this context. You may be more direct with your family and less directly in the settings class. Similarly, you might be more instrumental in task situations and more affective when socializing with your friends.…
Interpersonal Communication shows up in many movies. Nell is a movie directed by Michael Apted in 1994. Nell is about a girl that lives in a cabin the woods with her mother. When her mother dies Doctor Jerry Lovell comes to cabin and hears Nell. Doctor Lovell talks to Doctor Paula Olsen about Nell and has her come see Nell.…
As culture is evident and ingrained through all societies with many variations and beliefs, there are many ways communication styles can be misconstrued. These differences in communication styles build the foundations of the beliefs and values that each culture has and how they communicate with each other and the rest of the world. Culture, in essence, is a society 's shared and systematic ways of living. It consists of the norms and conventions (such as language) that enable us to interact socially and make sense of the world. (Kossen, Kiernan & Lawrence, 2013)…
1. The 4 basic communication styles are: a. Assertive communication is being direct and honest, while respecting the someone else’s point of view (Cherry & Jacobs, 2014). It is listening and giving feedback. It shows confidence and gives the ability to set limits.…
2) In addition to understanding several interpersonal communication concepts and skills I now have a knowledge on how to be a more competent communicator. At the beginning of this course I was asked to write an introductory paper stating what I seen my strengths and weaknesses to be in communication. I had indicated that at that point in time that I feel that I have a strong need for affection and gaining control over any given situation. In addition to wanting to have the upper hand in a situation I had also indicated that I lack the sense of having high monitoring skills.…
This essay will purely be based on the reflection of my development in communication and professionalism abilities. It will also include an action plan to identify four goals, which will continue to develop my communication and professionalism skills, for clinical placement. A simple definition of communication is being able to use language in a way that people will understand. Effective and ethical communication requires listening carefully, understanding clients and staff and maintain confidentiality.…
I took two classes for the summer of 2016, but the Interpersonal Communication class had me worried the most. I had a training with the army, and that required me to absence from school for two weeks. Unlike my other class, I didn’t have a chance to work ahead of the class with the instructor for the two weeks that I would be missing. Therefore, I was worried that I wouldn’t catch up with my classmates and end up failing the class. However, Ms. Anna was generous and extended the assignment due date for me; she even gave me an extra-credit assignment to replace the credits that I missed during my two weeks in training.…
Within my household, there are many different types of communication. As a whole, we do not do well communicating with each other. My dad would be classified as an aggressive communicator. My mom on the other hand, is entirely a passive communicator. She struggles to get across her emotions clearly.…