Business Communications CM4203 - Week 2
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What role do brokers play in team dynamics?

  • They primarily manage conflicts within the team.
  • They facilitate introductions between different groups. (correct)
  • They serve as the main communication point within the team.
  • They are responsible for motivating the team.

According to Granovetter, why are weak ties considered advantageous?

  • They are more reliable than strong ties in providing support.
  • They ensure emotional support during difficult times.
  • They often link individuals to diverse resources and opportunities. (correct)
  • They typically provide less access to new information.

Which of the following is NOT a cause of conflict in professional settings?

  • Working environment conditions
  • Competition among colleagues
  • Cultural similarities (correct)
  • Personality differences

What is a critical aspect for productive management and resolution of conflicts?

<p>Understanding and developing multiple forms of intelligence. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which concept refers to the tendency for individuals to associate with similar others?

<p>Homophily (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes emotional intelligence?

<p>Being aware of your own emotions and managing them effectively (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of emotional intelligence involves empathizing with others?

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What does social intelligence primarily involve?

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Which factor is NOT typically considered under emotional intelligence?

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What is a key benefit of having a network?

<p>To enhance personal and professional growth (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can emotional intelligence influence conflict resolution?

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Which of the following roles is most likely to be influenced by understanding power dynamics?

<p>Informal leader within a group (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of identifying one’s role within a network?

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What is the primary goal of interpersonal communication?

<p>To establish relationships and connections (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the Johari Window model, which aspect is mainly targeted for improving mutual understanding?

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Which of the following is NOT a key objective of intrapersonal reflection?

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Which component is NOT part of the communications process as depicted?

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What does 'noise' refer to in the communications process?

<p>Any interference that disrupts the message (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant factor affecting interpersonal communication in a social setting?

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Which of the following best describes the concept of emotional intelligence (EI)?

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What is the main reason the Johari Window model is useful in team development?

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Communication Process

The process of sharing information between two or more people, involving sender, receiver, message, encoding, decoding, feedback, noise, and context.

Context in Communication

The circumstances surrounding communication, including physical environment, social context, and cultural norms.

Media in Communication

The medium used to transmit the message, like speech, writing, or visual aids.

Noise in Communication

Any interference that can disrupt communication, such as distractions, misunderstandings, or noise.

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Emotional Intelligence (EI)

The ability to understand and manage your emotions, and the emotions of others. It's key to effective communication.

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Johari Window Model

The Johari Window model helps us understand ourselves and others better by exploring four areas: the open, hidden, blind, and unknown self.

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Inclusion

The need to feel included and accepted by others, a fundamental human need.

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Affection/Sociability

The need to build relationships and connect with others, often through shared experiences and affection.

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Strength of Weak Ties

The idea that casual acquaintances and weak connections can be more valuable for obtaining new information and opportunities than strong ties like close friends and family.

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Homophily

A group of individuals with similar characteristics, interests, or backgrounds, often leading to the formation of social networks.

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Propinquity

The tendency for people who are physically close to each other to interact and form relationships.

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Conflict

A state of disagreement or clash, often involving opposing views, interests, or goals.

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Emotional Intelligence

The ability to understand and manage your own emotions, as well as the emotions of others.

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Self-awareness

The ability to recognize and understand your own emotions, including their triggers, strengths, and weaknesses.

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Managing Emotions

The ability to control your emotions and use them constructively, rather than letting them control you.

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Motivating Yourself

The ability to motivate yourself, set goals, and take initiative to achieve them.

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Recognizing Emotions in Others

The ability to understand, interpret, and respond appropriately to the emotions of others.

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Handling Relationships

The ability to develop and maintain healthy relationships with others, based on mutual respect, trust, and understanding.

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What is a network?

A network, in a human context, is a complex system of individuals connected by communicative channels, facilitating the exchange of information and ideas.

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Social Intelligence

Understanding the dynamics within a group, including social interactions, information flow, power structures, and conflict management.

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Study Notes

Business Communications CM4203 - Week 2, Part 1

  • Course Instructor: Dr. Caoilfhionn Ní Bheacháin
  • Focus: Intrapersonal and Interpersonal Communication

The Communication Process

  • A cyclical process involving:
    • Sender
    • Encoding
    • Media Message
    • Decoding
    • Receiver
    • Context
    • Noise/interference
    • Feedback
    • Response

Using Our Senses

  • Five senses (Sight, Hearing, Smell, Touch, Taste) are crucial in communication. They play a role in how we receive and interpret information

Intrapersonal Reflection

  • Key Objective: Increasing self-awareness and understanding of others.
  • Johari Window: A model for illustrating self-awareness and mutual understanding. It helps illustrate the areas of self-knowledge that are open to others, hidden or unknown.

The Johari Window Model

  • A visual model: Four quadrants representing the different levels of self-awareness:
    • Open Area/Arena: Information known to both the individual and others.
    • Hidden Area/Facade: Information known to the individual but not others.
    • Blind Spot: Information known to others but not the individual.
    • Unknown: Information known by neither the individual nor others.

Attribute List

  • A list of adjectives used to describe personal attributes.

Goals of Interpersonal Communication

  • Inclusion: The need to be included or to include others
  • Affection/Sociability/Team Working: The need to develop relationships and cooperation with others
  • Control: The need to exercise leadership and prove abilities

Communication by Context

  • Contextual Influences on Interpersonal Communication:
    • Norms regarding behavior
    • Social customs vary in different contexts
    • Social rules (implicit and explicit) affecting communication.

Self-Presentation

  • Self-disclosure
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Development of emotional intelligence

Emotional Intelligence (EI)

  • Definitions, components
  • Aspects of EI relating to self awareness, self regulation, motivation, social awareness, relationship management in different contexts including work, personal life, and social interactions
  • Goleman 1995 - Key figures associated with the concept.

Emotional Intelligence (EI) - Additional Notes

  • Limited taxonomy for understanding/describing emotions
  • Managing emotions, avoiding control by emotions
  • Recognizing emotions of others and empathizing with their viewpoints

Interpersonal Communication - Impacting Factors

  • Status and Power
  • Relationship History
  • Organizational Structure and Working Conditions
  • Roles, norms and group dynamics
  • Conflict Style
  • Emotional and Social Intelligence

Social Intelligence

  • Understanding group dynamics
  • Information flow within a group
  • Relating to different types of people
  • Power dynamics
  • Conflict management

Role of Networks (in Communcation)

  • Networking is important skill in personal/intellectual/career advancement
  • Student social interactions and relationships impacted by learning
  • Networks are systems of interconnected parts
  • Networks are portals for learning/information sharing

Network Roles

  • Broker
  • Connector
  • Energizer
  • Challenger

Strength of Weak Ties

  • Concept defined by Mark Granovetter
  • Meaning of "weak ties" explained
  • Advantages of weak ties noted and described
  • These connections are crucial to career/personal opportunities

Analyzing Networks - How Formed

  • Conscious/created vs. chance
  • Ideas of "homophily" and "propinquity"

Conflict in Communications and Professional Life

  • Definition explained
  • Various contributing factors identified such as personality, relationship dynamics, cultural differences, working environments

Workplace Variables Causing Conflict

  • Personality
  • Personal and professional relationships
  • Cultural differences
  • Working environments
  • Workplace demands
  • Competition

Summary

  • Managing and resolving conflict is essential for good relationships
  • Emotional and social intelligence has an important role in recognizing and developing social constructs, and communicating to avoid conflict.

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