(Organizational Communication) Flashcards
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Which element of the communication model represents the medium through which a message travels?
Answer: Channel
The channel is the medium—email, phone, in-person, memo—through which a message is transmitted from sender to receiver.
When preparing meeting minutes, which information is essential to include?
Answer: Action items, responsible parties, and deadlines
Effective meeting minutes must capture action items, who is responsible, and deadlines to ensure accountability and follow-through.
The 'grapevine' in an organization refers to:
Answer: Informal, unofficial communication networks among employees
The grapevine is the informal network through which rumors and unofficial information flow among employees outside formal channels.
Which approach is most effective when communicating complex procedural changes to a large, dispersed workforce?
Answer: Using multiple channels such as email, intranet postings, and team meetings
Using multiple channels reinforces the message and accounts for different communication preferences and access levels across a dispersed workforce.
In cross-cultural business communication, which practice best prevents misunderstandings?
Answer: Researching cultural communication preferences before interactions
Researching cultural norms about directness, formality, and non-verbal cues helps prevent costly misunderstandings in cross-cultural settings.
Which type of organizational chart best illustrates a flat organizational structure?
Answer: A chart with few management levels and wide spans of control
A flat structure has few hierarchical levels and wide spans of control, reflecting decentralized decision-making and direct communication.
An administrative professional notices that a colleague consistently misinterprets written instructions. The most effective long-term solution is to:
Answer: Pair written instructions with verbal confirmation and check-ins
Combining written and verbal communication addresses different learning styles and creates opportunities to confirm understanding.