Tyler is a young, naturally gifted athlete. Unfortunately, his work ethic does not match his talent. When he finished sixth in a competition rather than his expected first or second place, he spent a great deal of time and energy telling people how the judges were biased against him. Tyler is using which of the following face-saving strategies?
A. Helping others increase their self-esteem
B. Claiming unjust intimidation
C. Refusing to step back from a position
D. Avoiding giving directives
E. Suppressing conflict issues
Answer: B
You might also like to view...
______ is/are one way to convey social status or group identification.
a. Cultural artifacts b. Personal space c. Clothing d. Territoriality
Generally, the motivational design is based on the idea that a person will change an attitude to fulfill a need
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
_________ is a way of tailoring communication to another person's processes
a. Style flexing b. Social styling c. Centralizing d. Decentralizing
Evaluative listening involves
a. listening to be informed b. listening to the power and beauty of words and images c. listening therapeutically d. listening to persuasive messages