Business Communication Principles Flashcards
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Which communication style is most appropriate when delivering negative feedback to an employee?
Answer: Use a private, face-to-face meeting with specific examples
Private, direct feedback with specific examples is most constructive and respectful to the employee.
In business writing, what does the 'you-attitude' mean?
Answer: Focusing on the reader's needs and benefits rather than the writer's
The you-attitude centers the reader's perspective and emphasizes what's in it for them.
What is 'noise' in the context of the communication model?
Answer: Any interference that distorts or disrupts the message
Noise refers to any barrier — physical, semantic, or psychological — that distorts communication.
When writing a business report, where should the executive summary appear?
Answer: At the beginning, before the body of the report
The executive summary appears at the beginning so busy decision-makers can quickly grasp key findings.
Which approach best describes 'active listening' in a business meeting?
Answer: Fully concentrating, understanding, and responding thoughtfully to the speaker
Active listening involves full engagement with the speaker's message, not just appearing to listen.
What is the primary purpose of a business proposal?
Answer: To persuade a reader to approve a plan, purchase, or project
A business proposal is a persuasive document designed to get approval or a decision from the recipient.
In cross-cultural business communication, high-context cultures tend to rely on:
Answer: Implicit messages, relationships, and situational context
High-context cultures communicate meaning through relationships, tone, and context rather than explicit words.