Communication J

1. How do you feel you need to improve in your communication skills professionally and personally?

Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.

2. In Chapter 2, leadership styles are on page 14–15 of your textbook. Which leadership style do you lean toward? Reflect on the other styles and if there are any additional traits you would like to adopt from these other styles.

Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.

3. Listening has been described as an art. Are you a good listener? What body language do you use when you listen to others? How do you check to be sure you heard what was said? How do you feel you can improve as a listener at work and in your personal life? Explain.

Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.

4. Some people enjoy conflict, while others do not. How do you feel when you are in a conflict? What are your reactions and actions? Are they positive or negative? What steps can you follow to help yourself in times of conflict to have a positive and productive outcome? Explain.

Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.

5. Evaluate your past job interviews. What went right? What would you change? How do you feel when you go on a job interview? How do you prepare? How do you follow up?

Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.

6. In Chapters 9 and 10, you explore collaboration and teamwork. What is the role you tend to identify within a team meeting or project? Do you feel your role reflects the talents and gifts you possess? Is this the role you enjoy, or would you like to change the process of selecting roles? Explain.

Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.

7. What is your perspective on people making presentations? What makes them enjoyable to view? Do you like making presentations? How do you feel you can improve in your presentation skills?

Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.

8. How has this course helped your communication skills in both your personal and professional life? What will you do in the future to continue growing your communication skills?

Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.