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About this product
Product Identifiers
PublisherKendall Hunt Publishing Company
ISBN-101792429274
ISBN-139781792429279
eBay Product ID (ePID)9050402264
Product Key Features
Number of Pages277 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameFundamental Communication Skills
SubjectBusiness Communication / General
Publication Year2020
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaBusiness & Economics
AuthorJoni Butcher
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Weight14.4 Oz
Additional Product Features
Edition Number3
Intended AudienceCollege Audience
Edition DescriptionRevised edition,New Edition
Table Of Content1 What Is Communication? Why Study Communication? Communication Defined Features of Communication Communication Components Social Media Developing Communication Skills 2 Communicating in Groups Definition of Small Group Communication Group Roles Group Leadership Styles and The Managerial Leadership Grid TM The Seven Managerial Grid Styles Group Conflict Four Work-Related Communication Styles Most and Least Compatible Communication Styles 3 Communicating Cultural Identities Communication and Culture Intercultural Communication Social Performance in Everyday Life Rituals and Festivals Cultural Storytelling Popular Culture 4 Communicating in Everyday Interactions Conversation Skills Apologies Lying Equivocal Messages Confirming and Disconfirming Messages Power, Self-Presentation, and Compliance-Gaining Conflict Types of Conflict Conflict Resolution Strategies 5 Communicating as Art Visual Techniques Installation Art New Media Art Subversive Remix Video Intertextuality in Media Texts Parody 6 Communicating Social and Political Change The Origins of Public Discourse The Ethical Speaker Today Argumentative Persuasion Manipulative Persuasion
SynopsisIt is important to know how to effectively communicate, both in personal and professional settings. Good communication skills enable us to get along more smoothly with others whether it is with friends, acquaintances, family members, romantic partners, or work relationships. Proper communication skills also help us succeed professionally by allowing us to effectively share knowledge and ideas with clients as well as develop productive interpersonal relationships with our coworkers. The 5 Pathways of Communication provides an exhaustive coverage of different types of communication, including communication that is visual, within culture, within the workplace and more. Students will receive a thorough understanding of various forms of communication, preparing them to be well-rounded, effective communicators., Provides an exhaustive coverage of different types of communication, including communication that is visual, within culture, within the workplace and more. Students will receive a thorough understanding of various forms of communication, preparing them to be well-rounded, effective communicators.