Communication Review

Why is it important that a goal be measurable?

Steven sets a goal that involves establishing himself in a computer graphics career after he earns associate’s degree.

What should be done before establishing goals?

What is most likely to be achieved when a leader gives his/her workers authority to make decisions? 

What are the three major goals of communication?

Under what situation might an autocratic leadership style be most effective? 

What is the level of communication that involves presentations to groups of 20-25 participants?

The "noise” or barrier to communication is called _____.

Why are goals important?

Ellen sets a goal to improve her relationships with her family by cutting down the # of fights and keeps her temper down

What is a sender in terms of communications?

What is it called when information is exchanged between the sender and receiver?

Dictators are leaders who generally are task-oriented people who outline steps needed & give direction to individuals.

Why is it important for a leader to recognize the personalities of group members? 

Tom sets a goal to be a starter on his varsity football team for the current school year. How would this be classified?

What is it called when the communication is evaluated in some way?

How can a sender communicate ideas effectively?

Leaders that demonstrate the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles are said to have _____. 

What is an example of internal stimuli?

What is mass-media communication?

Jeff is known for his ability to sort out different ideas and develop plans from the ideas. He would be classified as __

How is external stimuli carried out?

Which of the following is the best wording for a goal?

Why must a goal align with personal values for an individual?

What is the level of communication that focuses on interaction when individuals communicate directly with another person

Sara prefers to research facts about an issue in order to make informed decisions. She would be regarded as a (an) _____

Which is an effective leadership trait? 

How can someone best understand how a group operates? 

What is a belief or viewpoint that guides the behavior of individuals as well as groups of people and organizations?

Alex sets a goal to improve her fitness by running three miles a day four times a week for one year.

What is context as it is used in communications?

What is the medium?

Bill often rubs other people the wrong way because he likes to control the group & set rules. Bill’s personality type is

What is the key to motivating others? 

Jessica supports others, giving them confidence and building their self-esteem. She is a (an) _____. 

What is a deadline?

What type of person strives to see all sides of an issue & works to get opposing parties to meet in agreement?

Which of the following is an advantage of the democratic leadership style? 

a person who seeks to understand the sender’s meaning by listening to a message or by reading the nonverbal signals

Businesses often support government leaders who lead with a free rein & few restrictions. This type of leadership style