Which of the following would be speaking to a hostile audience?
A) a woman giving a speech about a loved one at a funeral
B) a manager announcing up-coming job cuts to employees
C) a teacher giving a lecture to interested students
D) a CEO encouraging the board of directors to adopt a popular cost-cutting procedure
B
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When Harvey joined the newsletter team at his company, he suggested a discussion page for the online version of the publication. When this idea was implemented, the readership of the online version increased by 50 percent
Which rule for creating newsletters did Harvey apply? a. Engage readers b. Make it attractive c. Include sidebars d. Avoid technical content
The moment Rodrigo’s professor mentioned that the material covered next was not going to be on the final exam, Rodrigo focused less on the lecture. Which listening barrier may impede this interaction?
a. physiological barrier b. defensive listening c. conflicting objectives d. emotional listening
Projecting confidence in speaking does not involve
a. maintaining eye contact b. glancing at speaking notes c. apologizing for mistakes d. breathing deeply
Identify and discuss three of the ethical obligations of persuasive speakers discussed in your textbook.
What will be an ideal response?