Discussion Post I: Media Interview - Barriers to Communication
After viewing the interview with Freedom Industries President regarding a chemical leak affecting water supply in counties of West Virginia, respond (by discussing the following. Assess the nonverbal and verbal barriers in the interview. In least 500 words, discuss the communication cycle and whether you believe the correct source (person) was used to deliver the message and why? Talk about things Gary Southern did well and things that were stated that may not have put the organization in the best light. Was this the right medium to use to get the message out? Why or why not? What might be some legal or ethical considerations of this interview?
YouTube Interview Video: "Freedom Industries President Speaks To Reporters"
Chapter 4: Danger of a Single Story
After viewing the video, the Danger of a Single Story, by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, discuss what is meant by the title of this video. How do we, sometimes, get caught up in the single story and how does our biases and experiences influence our present and future behaviors?
Discussion Post II
Watch the video of Julian Treasure. Select one of the methods he discusses for becoming a better listener. Think about what you can do to incorporate these skills into your daily routines? How will this make you a better friend/partner/family member? Employee? Salesperson? Customer Service Specialist?
The response must include a reference list. One-inch margins, double-space, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.