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What type of conflict arises from disagreements about how work should be done?
What type of conflict arises from disagreements about how work should be done?
Which type of conflict occurs within a group or team?
Which type of conflict occurs within a group or team?
What can escalate a process conflict into a relationship conflict?
What can escalate a process conflict into a relationship conflict?
Which of the following is a common barrier to effective communication that can lead to conflict?
Which of the following is a common barrier to effective communication that can lead to conflict?
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Which factor is NOT typically categorized as a condition leading to conflict?
Which factor is NOT typically categorized as a condition leading to conflict?
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What is a result of negative emotions during a conflict?
What is a result of negative emotions during a conflict?
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Which of the following can create structural conflicts?
Which of the following can create structural conflicts?
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How can blaming others during a conflict affect the situation?
How can blaming others during a conflict affect the situation?
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What can be a positive outcome of managing conflict effectively?
What can be a positive outcome of managing conflict effectively?
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Which type of conflict focuses primarily on interpersonal issues?
Which type of conflict focuses primarily on interpersonal issues?
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What percentage of organizational issues is linked to strained employee relationships?
What percentage of organizational issues is linked to strained employee relationships?
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What distinguishes functional conflict from dysfunctional conflict?
What distinguishes functional conflict from dysfunctional conflict?
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Which aspect of nonverbal communication can vary across cultures and lead to misunderstandings?
Which aspect of nonverbal communication can vary across cultures and lead to misunderstandings?
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What type of conflict involves disagreements about work content and goals?
What type of conflict involves disagreements about work content and goals?
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Why might a Japanese student feel uncomfortable in a conversation with American or Italian students?
Why might a Japanese student feel uncomfortable in a conversation with American or Italian students?
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What is the primary characteristic of dysfunctional conflict in the workplace?
What is the primary characteristic of dysfunctional conflict in the workplace?
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Which of the following is a benefit of using formal records in communication?
Which of the following is a benefit of using formal records in communication?
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What percentage of young adults spend their media consumption time on digital platforms?
What percentage of young adults spend their media consumption time on digital platforms?
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Why is visual communication considered essential?
Why is visual communication considered essential?
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What is one of the responsible use guidelines for social media related to personal branding?
What is one of the responsible use guidelines for social media related to personal branding?
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For routine messages, which communication method is recommended?
For routine messages, which communication method is recommended?
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Which type of communicator prefers structured and data-driven communication?
Which type of communicator prefers structured and data-driven communication?
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What is a characteristic of intuitive communicators?
What is a characteristic of intuitive communicators?
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When dealing with complex or sensitive topics, which communication method is advisable?
When dealing with complex or sensitive topics, which communication method is advisable?
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What is the primary focus of an instrumental climate in an organizational culture?
What is the primary focus of an instrumental climate in an organizational culture?
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Which ethical climate category emphasizes the importance of external moral standards in decision-making?
Which ethical climate category emphasizes the importance of external moral standards in decision-making?
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What is a potential negative consequence of having a strong organizational culture?
What is a potential negative consequence of having a strong organizational culture?
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Sustainability in an organization should primarily be treated as:
Sustainability in an organization should primarily be treated as:
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Barriers to change in an organization may arise due to:
Barriers to change in an organization may arise due to:
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Which ethical climate category would most likely prioritize decisions that benefit the majority of stakeholders?
Which ethical climate category would most likely prioritize decisions that benefit the majority of stakeholders?
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In the context of mergers and acquisitions, a major risk factor is:
In the context of mergers and acquisitions, a major risk factor is:
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What is the main objective of ethical climate theory (ECT)?
What is the main objective of ethical climate theory (ECT)?
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Which culture type emphasizes a friendly and collaborative environment?
Which culture type emphasizes a friendly and collaborative environment?
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What is a primary focus of Adhocracy Culture?
What is a primary focus of Adhocracy Culture?
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In which culture type do leaders act as coordinators and organizers?
In which culture type do leaders act as coordinators and organizers?
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Which organizational culture is driven by achieving measurable goals?
Which organizational culture is driven by achieving measurable goals?
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What type of leadership style is typical in Clan Culture?
What type of leadership style is typical in Clan Culture?
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Which culture type prioritizes stability and control?
Which culture type prioritizes stability and control?
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What is a defining trait of Market Culture?
What is a defining trait of Market Culture?
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Which organization culture is most likely to encourage employees to take risks?
Which organization culture is most likely to encourage employees to take risks?
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What is the primary assumption of the rational decision-making model?
What is the primary assumption of the rational decision-making model?
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What role do emotions play in decision-making according to the research by neuroscientist Antonio Damasio?
What role do emotions play in decision-making according to the research by neuroscientist Antonio Damasio?
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What is one recommended strategy to improve decision-making?
What is one recommended strategy to improve decision-making?
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How can decision fatigue impact the quality of decisions?
How can decision fatigue impact the quality of decisions?
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What concept describes the practice of settling for an option that is 'good enough'?
What concept describes the practice of settling for an option that is 'good enough'?
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What is a potential drawback of having too many options when making decisions?
What is a potential drawback of having too many options when making decisions?
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What is meant by 'bounded rationality' in decision-making?
What is meant by 'bounded rationality' in decision-making?
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What effect does sleep have on decision-making according to the information provided?
What effect does sleep have on decision-making according to the information provided?
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Study Notes
Communication Process
- Communication involves transferring a message from a sender to a receiver.
- Effective communication requires accurate interpretation of the message.
- Sender initiates the message by encoding thoughts.
- Sender chooses a communication channel (e.g., spoken words, email).
- Receiver decodes the message.
- Feedback confirms understanding or provides input.
- Noise is any barrier to communication (e.g., cultural differences, distractions).
- Communication apprehension is undue tension or anxiety communicated.
Communication Channels
- Formal channels are structured for professional purposes.
- Informal channels are spontaneous and personal.
- Channel richness refers to a medium's ability to convey information (e.g., face-to-face communication).
Barriers to Effective Communication
- Filtering is manipulating information favorably.
- Selective perception focuses on information consistent with beliefs.
- Information overload is an excess of information.
- Emotions influence the interpretation of messages.
Types of Communication
- Face-to-face communication uses verbal and nonverbal cues.
- Remote communication uses email, video calls, phone calls, and messaging.
- Written communication includes letters, memos, or handwritten notes.
- Social media communication utilizes platforms like Facebook, LinkedIn, and others.
Organizational Communication
- Downward communication is from manager to employee.
- Upward communication is from employee to manager.
- Lateral communication is between employees at the same level.
- Formal communication networks use chain, wheel, or all-channel structures.
The Grapevine
- The grapevine is an informal communication network within an organization.
- To manage it positively, managers need clear communication.
Email Etiquette
- Use topic-relevant, concise subject lines.
- Keep sentences, paragraphs short and structured.
- Reply within 24 hours.
Nonverbal Communication
- Nonverbal communication conveys messages without words.
- Nonverbal cues include body language, facial expressions, etc.
Communication Styles (Lewis)
- Linear-active: Cool, logical, decisive.
- Multi-active: Warm, impulsive, contact-oriented.
- Reactive: Accommodating, non-confrontational.
Conflict and Negotiation
- Conflict arises when perceived negatively affecting something someone cares about.
- Functional conflict improves performance, while dysfunctional conflict hinders it.
- Workplace conflict types include task, relationship, and process conflicts.
- Conflict loci include dynamic, intragroup, and intergroup conflict.
- Conflict leading conditions include communication, structure, and personal variables.
- For managing conflict, managers should focus, problem solving and communication.
Organizational Culture
- Organizational culture is shared meaning within a company.
- Culture characteristics include innovation, attention to detail, outcome-orientation, people orientation, team orientation, aggressiveness, and stability.
- Strong cultures have deeply ingrained, widely shared values.
- Weak cultures have little consensus on organizational values.
Ethical Decision Criteria
- Utilitarianism: Maximizing overall happiness/good.
- Rights: Respecting fundamental human rights.
- Justice: Ensuring fairness and equity.
- Care: Focusing on relationships and well-being.
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Explore the intricacies of the communication process, from encoding and decoding messages to understanding feedback and the impact of noise. This quiz will also delve into various communication channels and the barriers that can impede effective communication. Test your knowledge on how to communicate effectively in different contexts.
