Set B Flashcards
Define the sender.
The originator of the communication process.
Define the message.
The idea, feeling or information that the sender transfers to his or her audience.
Define the receiver.
The target for the sender’s message.
Define feedback.
A reaction to the received message.
The three channels of communication are
Upward, downward and lateral communication.
What are the organizational barriers to communication?
Environmental noise, weak communication policies, autocratic management
What are the psychological barriers to communication?
Personality, values, language,
What are abstract words?
Concepts not identified with specific objects and could have multiple meanings.
What are concrete words?
They represent actual things or objects.
T/F. Good introductions include an attention step, purpose statement, motivation/hook and overview.
True.
T/F. The body is where you deliver your message and quiz your audience.
False.
Support material can come from personal knowledge, experiences and
Common knowledge.
Unity means all sentences or points discussed support the topic, which, in turn supports the
Main point.
T/F. A topic sentence describes and clarifies the other topic sentences.
False.
All good conclusions include what three elements?
Summary, restatement of purpose and/or re-motivation, and closure
SSgt Granger tells his students, “Whenever you deliver your message, you must ensure your communication is effective. You do this by determining the purpose of communication, preparing the communication, and lastly, deliver the message. SSgt Granger’s comments BEST explain the
a. Communication process
b. phases of effective communication
c. barriers to communication
b. phases of effective communication
SMSgt Lannen, squadron superintendent of civil engineering, forwarded the commander’s physical training policy memorandum to all flight chiefs in the shop. In the email he stated, “Brief the new policy to your subordinates as soon as possible. In addition, make sure that the personnel on leave or TDY are briefed as soon as they return. SMSgt Lannen’s action’s BEST illustrate
a. upward communication
b. downward communication
c. lateral communication
b. downward communication
MSgt Ottmo noticed that some of his crew members were relying on their memorization of procedures instead of following technical orders. Despite engine runs and planes launching, he holds a meeting on the flight line to address the problem. After the meeting several people expressed frustration because they barely heard anything MSgt Ottmo said. MSgt Ottmo’s (blank) will MOST likely (blank) mission effectiveness.
a. understanding of organizational barriers; enhance
b. misunderstanding of organizational barriers; hinder
c. understanding of psychological barriers; enhance
d. misunderstanding of psychological barriers; hinder
b. misunderstanding of organizational barriers; hinder
An effort on the part of the US Government to understand and engage key audiences, in order to create, strengthen, or preserve conditions favorable for the advancement of the US Government interests, objectives and policies.
Strategic communication
List the four ways you can play a role in Strategic Communication.
Know the Air Force message, tell the Air Force story, tell what I do and how it supports my wing’s mission and policy, stay in my lane.
What is (S)ecurity (A)ccuracy (P)ropriety (P)olicy
Security - OPSEC
Accuracy - Telling the story correctly
Propriety - Politeness, respect, decency
Policy - Laws, DOS
What does “Outside of your lane” mean?
It is outside of your responsibility. It’s meant to tell others to mind your own business.
Give two examples telling why it is important to tell the Air Force story.
You are an ambassador for the AF, to give the American public accurate and relevant information.
List four social media guidelines
- never divulge classified information
- stay in your lane on your subject area
- don’t lie, stay factual
- give your opinion but ensure people know it is yours
Appropriate use of social media would be
a. uploading a video to FB that you made of your Afghan base to share your experience with family and friends.
b. telling about an enemy engagement that just happened on your blog, and then uploading picture to Blue Tube.
c. both a and b.
d. none of the above.
d. none of the above
You cannot release (blank) (blank) (information that is not available to the public and would not be released under the Freedom of Information Act) except to authorized individuals with the proper security clearance and a need to know.
Classified information
In your own words, how does OPSEC play a vital role in protecting the nation?
Because many countries and organizations in the world that would like to harm the US and destroy its influence as a world leader.
After another local village is mistakenly attacked, a reporter approaches SSgt Tubble with questions regarding the faulty targeting systems used on today’s rocket systems. Tubble responds, “Although I may not work directly with munitions, I am confident in our weapons system technologies; further, I support all efforts that provide our enemies a miserable death.” Within days the paper releases comments; Twitter, Facebook, and similar sites explode with hate mail toward the USAF and temporarily interrupt the mission. SSgt Tubble’s comments BEST illustrate ineffective (blank) and its impact on mission effectiveness.
a. media engagement
b. use of social media guidelines
c. strategic communication
a. media engagement
While on her favorite blog site, SrA Allen, a former model, uploads a picture taken during a recent interview. In the photograph, she is wearing a tight “I Love NY” t-shirt with her ABU pants. Within days, she receives hundreds of positive responses to her post. SrA Allen’s actions (blank) and will MOST likely have a (blank) impact on public perception.
a. comply with social media guidelines; positive
b. violate social media guidelines; negative
c. comply with interview do’s and don’ts; positive
d. violate interview do’s and don’ts; negative
b. violate social media guidelines; negative
Single Idea Bullet
A concise written statement of a single idea or concept.
Accomplishment-Impact Bullet
A concise written statement of a person’s single accomplishment and it’s impact on the unit’s mission, organization, etc.
T/F. A bullet statement is an accurate, brief, and specific “bottom line” of an idea or of a single accomplishment with its associated impact.
True
List the three variations of the accomplishment-impact bullet statement
Action Verb, Modified Verb, Specific Achievement
T/F. In the action verb variation of the accomplishment-impact bullet, the accomplishment element begins with a strong action verb and ends with an expressly stated impact element.
True
- Quickly developed procedures to resolve staffing issues resulting in completion of the project on schedule.
This is an example of which variation of the accomplishment-impact bullet statement?
Modified verb
Which of the following is NOT a reason the USAF uses the bullet statement style of writing?
a. Bullet statements present a clear picture of an idea or accomplishment and its impact.
b. Bullet statements allow the writer to concisely deal with specific points.
c. Bullet statements take less time to read.
d. Bullet statements present all achievements in one sentence.
e. Bullet statements allow the writer to communicate more information within a smaller space.
d. Bullet statements present all achievements in one sentence. Each bullet should contain only one achievement.
What are the rules for accomplishment impact bullet statements?
Begin with a single dash, have no periods, never begin with a noun, personal pronoun including person’s name, do not include the subject’s name, start with some form of action.
How do you ensure accuracy of bullet statements?
Ensure facts are correct, verify questionable info, ask questions, correct errors
List the three attributes of effective bullet statements
Accuracy, brevity, specificity
Put the steps for building bullet statements in the correct order.
a. define the accomplishment and impact
b. connect the accomplishment and impact elements together
c. check for accuracy, brevity and specificity
a, b, c
Accurate reporting of performance is critical to ensuring that outstanding performers receive appropriate (blank)
Recognition
T/F. An official memorandum is used to write to an individual on a private matter for praise, condolence, sponsorship, etc.
False
Which example reflects the proper placement and format of the date element:
a. Flush with right margin; 31 July 2007
b. Place 14 line spaces from top of page; 31 July 2007
c. Flush with right margin 10 line spaces from top of the page; 31 July 2007
d. Place 2 line spaces below MEMORANDUM FOR; 31 July 2007
c. flush with the right margin 10 line spaces from top of the page; 31 July 2007
Complete the sentence; Subject element…
a. is mandatory for official memorandums and personalized letters
b. is placed 4 line spaces below the last line of FROM element
c. identifies the issues or topic
c. identifies the issues or topic
Identify formatting errors in the following writing sample:
MEMORANDUM FOR 56 MDG/CC
FROM: 56 MDG/ABC
SUBJECT: Letter of Request for Additional Funds
a. First element contains a spacing error
b. Second and third element contains spacing errors
c. Second element contains a font error
d. There are no formatting errors
a. needs double space after MEMORANDUM FOR
A1C Ivey asks SSgt Johnson, “What is the best way to write a talking paper?” SSgt Johnson replies, “Make sure you use bullet statements that are concise with one concept that serves a purpose. This will help keep you on track while you’re writing.”
SSgt Johnson’s comments BEST explain the (blank)
a. single idea bullet statement
b. specific achievement bullet statement
c. accomplishment impact bullet statement
a. single bullet idea statement
Before submitting an EPR for review, MSgt Wilson makes sure the information he uses is correct and truthful. He is careful not to exaggerate the truth or embellish the facts because he believes that falsifying the truth hurts his subordinates, and damages his credibility as a supervisor.
MSgt Wilson’s actions BEST illustrate (blank) and its impact on his effectiveness.
a. brevity
b. accuracy
c. specificity
b. accuracy
SSgt Maramba decided to reward one of his subordinates so he requested a Décor 6. He reviewed past performance reports for information to complete the decoration citation. Once the Décor 6 and the citation were completed, he forwarded them to CSS for review. After making several corrections to the document, the CSS forwarded it to the commander who promptly approved the decoration.
SSgt Maramba’s (black) will MOST likely (blank) his subordinates effectiveness.
a. effective use of types of narrative writing; enhance
b. ineffective use of types of narrative writing; hinder
c. effective use of bullet statements; enhance
d. ineffective use of bullet statements; hinder
a. effective use of types of narrative writing; enhance
Define interpersonal communication
Face to face, one way, or multi-directional exchange of verbal messages and nonverbal signals between two or more people for the purpose of gaining a shared meaning
List four examples of non-verbal communication
Gestures, facial expressions, eye contact, body language
(blank) to (blank) interpersonal communication is often driven by supervisory responsibilities, including setting standards, evaluating performance, and providing effective feedback.
Supervisor; subordinate
The specific interpersonal skills you develop will help you maintain a (blank) in all of your supervisor-subordinate interactions.
Helping relationship
List the three components of interpersonal communication skills.
Pre-session, session, post-session
The three most critical factors to consider in selecting and preparing the setting are (blank), (blank) and (blank)
Location, space, time
Identify the two types of feedback
a.
b.
Personal situation, professional growth
What are the three approaches to counseling?
Directive, non-directive, combined
What is opening?
Greet the subordinate properly as he/she enters the room
What is attending?
Be an active participant and focus your full attention of the subordinate as he/she speaks
What is responding?
How you behave in response to the subordinate’s verbal and nonverbal messages
What is resolving?
The ability of a supervisor to prompt their subordinate to generate solutions to their problems and reach goals
What is closing?
Effectively summarize the highlights of the session, and restate/reinforce the solutions agreed to by both you and the subordinate
(blank) actions need to focus on finding out if your subordinate is progressing towards resolving his/her problem, and whether or not the problem has resurfaced later on down the road.
Follow-up
Define counseling.
Focused on improvement, in personal and/or professional areas, by providing guidance and recommendations
Define feedback.
An active communication process where you’re evaluating or judging subordinate performance and responding either to promote a change in behavior, or to reinforce present performance.
(blank)(blank) is event related counseling.
Personal situation
(blank)(blank) counseling includes planning for individual and professional short- and long-term goals.
Professional growth
List examples of personal situation counseling.
Financial or marital problems, a death in the family, or family member illness
List examples of professional growth counseling.
Planning for upgrade training or continued education, discussing possibilities of applying for special duty assignments, or retraining
After noticing an unusual change in SrA Dent’s behavior, SSgt Wilson decides to meet with him to discuss his observations. Hoping to keep the session centered on Dent and to eliminate distractions, he reserves a small conference room for two hours with permission to use it longer if needed. He then jots down a few questions to help him open the session and establish rapport with Dent.
The scenario BEST illustrates an NCO accomplishing (blank)
a. pre-session activities only
b. pre-session and session activities
c. pre-session, session, and post-session activities
a. pre-session activities only
SSgt Bolden plans to hold a meeting with his work section about the low morale that has been bringing down the mission lately. Up until last month, everyone enjoyed coming to work and doing his or her best on the job. Bolden things about it and realizes the changes in everyone’s demeanor must be from the new commander. Bolden realizes he must do something soon before the morale takes a deeper plummet, so he decides to hold the meeting to let his people know he is always concerned about them and their welfare.
SSgt Bolden’s (blank) will MOST likely (blank) his effectiveness.
a. inappropriate use of resolving; decrease
b. appropriate use of resolving; increase
c. appropriate use of diagnosing; increase
d. inappropriate use of diagnosing; decrease
c. appropriate use of diagnosing; increase
What are standards?
Morals, ethics, or habits established by an authority, custom, or an individual as accepted behavior.
What is NCO Authority?
The right to act and command and is complimented by three legal sources found within the UCMJ: Article 91, Article 92, and Article 7.
What is the purpose of discipline?
Develop people who are able to control themselves and do what is right all the time, every time.
(blank) are morals, ethics, or habits established by an authority, custom, or an individual as accepted behavior.
Standards
Training, correction, or following established standards can be defined as (blank)?
Discipline
What are come examples of preventative discipline?
Initial feedbacks, safety briefings, rewards, and training/education. Preventive measures are important because they emphasize communication of standards, two-way communication, and encouraging each person to do his/her best.
What is a LOC?
The recording of an infraction. It’s a formal way of describing an acceptable behavior so that the receiver cannot fail to understand it.
What is a LOA?
More severe than a LOC. It’s used to document clear violations of standard.
What is a LOR?
More severe than a LOA. It’s also used to document clear violations of standard and is used for more serious offenses.
What is the Unfavorable Information File (UIF)?
Provides commanders with an official repository of substantiated derogatory data concerning an AF member’s personal conduct and duty performance.
What is a control roster?
A listing, maintained by Military Personnel Flight Special Actions, of military members whose on or off-duty conduct requires special attention or observation.
What is NCO authority? Where does it come from?
NCO authority is defined as “the right to act and command,” and comes from two legal sources: Article 91 of the UCMJ (Insubordinate conduct toward a warrant officer, noncommissioned officer, or petty officer), and Article 92 of the UCMJ (Failure to obey an order or regulation).
What is the purpose of the progressive discipline process?
The progressive discipline process is a model for administering discipline appropriate to the infraction, and its purpose is to help supervisors enforce standards consistently and equally, as well as provide a method for achieving maximum results with minimum force necessary.
What are some ways to document counseling sessions?
Some ways to document counseling sessions would be through using MFRs to document verbal corrections, counseling, admonishments, and reprimands, Letter of Counseling, Letter of Admonishment, Letter of Reprimand, or AF Form 174 (AF Counseling Form).
What is the supervisor’s role in punishment?
The supervisor’s role in punishment is to know your Airman well enough to advise the commander on appropriate punishment based on past performance and future potential and current (and future) family and financial situations. Support the commander’s decision, even if you do not agree with it. Also to monitor and support the airman as he or she goes through the punishment process.
During A1C Hall’s initial feedback, SSgt Irvin says, “When working the customer service desk, answer all phone calls before the third ring, politely identify yourself and this unit, and offer assistance to each caller. Furthermore, because our nation and other countries consider us professionals, we must strive for excellence in everything we do. Finally, if you fail to meet my expectations or to comply with all directives, you can expect a swift response from me.”
SSgt Irvin’s actions BEST illustrate _____________.
a. standards and discipline
b. the Air Force Core Values
c. use of earned authority
a. standards and discipline
SSgt Vera is concerned about her subordinate, A1C Jackson. When he first arrived to the unit, he was an eager self-starter and had plenty of questions during his initial feedback to make sure he understood his supervisor’s line of acceptability. However, last week Jackson failed to complete his assignments by the deadline, causing production to fall. Vera waits and hopes he will self-correct. Today, Jackson missed another important deadline. Fed up, Vera issues Jackson a letter of admonishment.
SSgt Vera’s _____________ will MOST likely ______________ her effectiveness.
a. inappropriate use of punishment; decrease
b. appropriate use of punishment; increase
c. inappropriate use of PDP; decrease
d. appropriate use of PDP; increase
c. inappropriate use of PDP; decrease
Who is a supervisor?
Person of any rank that directs the activities of an individual or team and is usually responsible for the productivity of that team.
Who are reporting officials?
The official in your chain of command designated by management to provide performance feedback and initiate performance reports.
Who is a rater?
A term that can be used interchangeably with the term reporting official.