Communication Theory

A. How do we communicate? (class Q’s)

B. Types of communication: 1. Group/Mass comm 2. Interpersonal comm--between us *3. Intrapersonal comm--within us; the most

important type! (cf: Tony Robbins)

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Communication Theory

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Nervousness

A. Everybody gets nervous!

1. Natural reaction to stress

2. Adrenaline + steroids

3. The Surprise!

Public Speaking

A. How do you prepare a speech?1. First, determine the General purpose

(see supplement Determining Purposes) a. To Inform b. To Persuade

c. To Entertain

Speaking to Inform

B. Structuring your speech

1. The 1-3-1 a. 1—The Introduction (preview main

points) b. 3—The Body (present main points) c. 1—The Conclusion (review main points)

2. The Motivated Appeal/Sequence

ResearchA. Types of research

1. Primary--research you conduct yourself 2. Secondary--research originally conducted

by someone else

B. Citing research 1. Why bother? a. Builds your credibility b. Gives audience place to go for more info c. It's legally necessary!

Visual Aids

A. What is an audio/visual aid? Anything that:

1. Aids listener comprehension & memory

2. Adds impact

3. Helps explain, especially the abstract

Interviewing

A. What's an interview? A conversation with a purpose

B. Why is interviewing important?

Types: 1. Information-gathering

2. Job selection 3. Job appraisal

Working In Small Groups

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.”

Margaret Mead (1901 - 1978)

Leadership

“Leadership is nothing more thanmotivating other people.”Lee Iaococca (1924 – )

LeadershipE. Life Cycle Theory of Leadership

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