labman g4 communication Flashcards
a process of exchange of facts, ideas, opinions
Communication
the path through which information flows from sender to receiver
Channel of Communication
it refers to official communication taking place in the organization
Formal Organization
it refers to flow of information from higher level (superior) to lower level (subordinate)
Downward Communication
it refers to flow of information from lower level (subordinate) to higher level (superior)
Upward Communication
it refers to flow of information between people of different departments working at the same level
Horizontal Communication
it refers to flow of information between persons holding different levels of authority in different departments
Diagonal Communication
it refers to the communication that takes place without following the formal line of communication
Informal Communication
using speech to share information with other people
Verbal Communication
exchanging information face-to-face without using speech
Nonverbal Communication
uses aids such as graphs and charts to communicate information to people
Visual Communication
process of exchange of information, ideas and feelings between two or more people through verbal or non-verbal methods
Interpersonal Communication
it means exchanging information with others using words and numbers
Written Communication
a crucial communication skill that involves not just hearing but also actively processing and understanding the information
Listening Communication
it can result in confusion which can lead to incorrect information being conveyed
Barriers to Communication