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TN Standard 2 Communication. Communication involves speaking and listening. With a few pointers, you could be excellent at both!. Listening. …mostly important for comprehension!. LISTENING can reduce conflicts, increase productivity, and improve teamwork!.
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TN Standard 2Communication Communication involves speaking and listening.With a few pointers, you could be excellent at both!
Listening …mostly important for comprehension!
LISTENING can reduce conflicts, increase productivity, and improve teamwork! Our communication style affects how others react to and perceive us.
FOCUS FOCUS All conversations and presentations will not always be high energy and invigorating! You should focus on the big picture, the THEME! FOCUS
Did you listen well enough to summarize, paraphrase, and/or critique the speech at the end? Identify the purpose, main ideas, and supporting details!
Sequential Chronological Problem-solution Can you indentify and analyze the organizational structure of a speech? Comparison- Contrast Cause-Effect See next slide for details!
Organizational Structure of a Speech HOW is the speech you’re listening to organized? Sequential? Order of importance Is there a method to the madness? Chronological? This is like a timeline! Problem-Solution? Problem named and ideas are given to solve it. Comparison-Contrast? Similarities and differences are explored. Cause-Effect? Actions and results are detailed.
The LISTENER becomes the PRESENTER! Stellar listening will: Boost your comprehension, maximize your intelligence, and increase your fan-base!
Speaking Memorable presenters are considerate of their audience! Presenter Skills: Eye-Contact Clear Enunciation Effective Speaking Rate Effective Speaking Volume Natural Gestures
BE GRACIOUS! Your presentation WILL be effective when you: Preview the content in the introduction Use an Organizational Pattern Offer Ideas and Supporting Details Use various Transitions Provide a BRIEF summary or conclusion
Pay it Forward! Get your AUDIENCE behind you! Listening and paying attention to the speaker will have a direct impact on the effectiveness of your presentation! With courteous listening you will EARN the audience’s attention when it’s your turn!