An outstanding comprehension of the material was demonstrated by Sherri with her examination of various methods of interpersonal communication. While oral communication remains the best way to communicate information, however, it also can be inefficient, as a message communicated through more and more people, it can get more and more diluted. (Fischer, 2012, slide 5). An individual can only accomplish a finite amount to ensure proper interpretation, thus effective communication. Awareness of the discussed disadvantages contributes a large advantage when trying to orally communicate effectively. Recalling, “Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace
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One of the main reasons for the grapevine is the speed at which it operates and the possible lack of formal communication throughout an organization. Leaders should be quick to openly communicate potential bad news and all decisions that are being made which might negatively impact employees in addition to reducing the fear of the unknown (Fischer, 2012, slide 7). The grapevine could spread a great deal of misinformation, which in turn could cause the controversy over potential upgrading that was discussed, consequently affecting work performance. As individuals are required to inform larger amounts of people, e-mail becomes an advantageous tool, hence, 71 percent of cases, electronic communication has become the primary medium of communication in today’s organizations (Robbins, 2009, p. 360). Regardless of the medium, the content needs to be the focus. “Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person” (Colossians 4:6, ESV), this holds true whether your speech is done face-to-face or written in an e-mail. Individuals are different, receive and interpret communication differently, thus difficult to communicate effectively with a mass means such as e-mails without significant …show more content…
There is no doubt regarding the countless potential benefits of communicating through electronic mediums. The military has become heavily reliant on utilizing e-mail as their primary means of communication. Some have even attempted to lead through email, which causes several problems. One such issue is the guiding principle that the faster the medium the greater the potential for ambiguity, both with regards to information quality and emotional meaning (Fischer, 2012, slide 8). Another issue with electronic communication is the idea of e-mail sent does not equal e-mail received, particularly when every person does not have constant access to e-mail for a myriad of reasons. There have been countless instances of “Didn’t you get the e-mail?” Overuse in addition to communicating negative messages are the two largest observed misuses of e-mail, while all the limitations noted in the textbook have been noticed. Several people seem to hide behind electronic communication, given that face to face communication can be more difficult, specifically when the information to be relayed is difficult or
One of the main reasons for the grapevine is the speed at which it operates and the possible lack of formal communication throughout an organization. Leaders should be quick to openly communicate potential bad news and all decisions that are being made which might negatively impact employees in addition to reducing the fear of the unknown (Fischer, 2012, slide 7). The grapevine could spread a great deal of misinformation, which in turn could cause the controversy over potential upgrading that was discussed, consequently affecting work performance. As individuals are required to inform larger amounts of people, e-mail becomes an advantageous tool, hence, 71 percent of cases, electronic communication has become the primary medium of communication in today’s organizations (Robbins, 2009, p. 360). Regardless of the medium, the content needs to be the focus. “Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person” (Colossians 4:6, ESV), this holds true whether your speech is done face-to-face or written in an e-mail. Individuals are different, receive and interpret communication differently, thus difficult to communicate effectively with a mass means such as e-mails without significant …show more content…
There is no doubt regarding the countless potential benefits of communicating through electronic mediums. The military has become heavily reliant on utilizing e-mail as their primary means of communication. Some have even attempted to lead through email, which causes several problems. One such issue is the guiding principle that the faster the medium the greater the potential for ambiguity, both with regards to information quality and emotional meaning (Fischer, 2012, slide 8). Another issue with electronic communication is the idea of e-mail sent does not equal e-mail received, particularly when every person does not have constant access to e-mail for a myriad of reasons. There have been countless instances of “Didn’t you get the e-mail?” Overuse in addition to communicating negative messages are the two largest observed misuses of e-mail, while all the limitations noted in the textbook have been noticed. Several people seem to hide behind electronic communication, given that face to face communication can be more difficult, specifically when the information to be relayed is difficult or