Chapter 2
Assignment
INSTRUCTIONS: Proofread your answers for spelling,
grammatical, and punctuation errors. When explaining or describing your
answers, each answer must be written in 4 to 6 sentences.
Answer the following 6 questions directly on your blog post
1. Describe the concept of self esteem. How
does your level of self esteem affect your ability to
communicate effectively with others?
2. Describe the four dimensions of interpersonal
dominance. Which of these do you believe is most effective in gaining
influence over peers and/or subordinates? Explain your reasons for choosing
this dimension.
3. Why do you think individuals who use an aggressive style
of communication tend to alienate fellow workers (and/or those they supervise)
whose cooperation they need in order to accomplish a task? Explain your
thinking.
4. Assume you are going on a job interview tomorrow. List
three positive nonverbal behaviors you would want to exhibit,
and three negative nonverbal behaviors you would want to
avoid.
5. If a nonverbal message contradicts a verbal message,
which would you believe? Why?
6. What do you think the advice, “Be selfish in your
listening,” means?
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