Kategorier: Alle - conduct - techniques - opinions - guidelines

af Kandi Robinson 13 år siden

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Building Rapport

Effective assertiveness involves expressing one's opinions, feelings, attitudes, and rights in an honest manner without causing undue anxiety or infringing on the rights of others. Preparation for assertive communication includes anticipating diversions, clarifying your message, and planning supportive body language.

Building Rapport

Building Rapport

Listening

listening is by far the most important of all communications
Empathy Barriers

believing you're inherently correct

resorting to standardized advice

prematurely judging a statement

preparing your response

constantly making personal comparisons

Empathizing

Reduces any potential irritation resulting from misinterpretation

leads people to open

demonstrates interest, caring and sympathy

enhances the quality of interpersonal relationships in many ways

involves relating to another on such a level that you can identify with ones feelings

The 5 steps of Listening

response

may also ask questions to obtain additional information or clarity

response may be nonverbal

the meaning you assign the data will correspond w/ particular intellectual and emotional reactions

assignment of meaning

most challenging part, is to interpret the intended message of the speaker

new information is linked with existing categories and previous personal experiences

perception

educational background, personal experiences, etc..influence how you interpret information

distinguished what does and does not correspond with information you already accept as true

this is initial attempt to assess the informtion received

attention

as well as block out any distractions

must be concentrated on data to evaluate it properly

reception

including facial expressions, body language, appearance

involves admitting auditory and visual information

Assertivness

being assertive is much more effective than being demanding or not communicating at all
assertiveness is midway between being a bully and a doormat
being assertive makes you responsible for your own success
is the ability to honestly express your opinions, feelings, attitudes, and rights-without undue anxiety and in a way that does not infringe upon the rights of others
Guidelines for assertive delivery

in preparation ask yourself these questions

what supplemental body language will I use to bolster acceptance?

will I be able to respond to any diversions or associated issues while still supporting my cause?

will I potentially have to repeat my message?

can my case be more specific?

can my message be expressed more clearly?

some guidelines that will evoke proper assertive conduct and will lesson any harbored insecurity

always respect the rights of others

regulate your actions and stay focused

display corresponding body language

acknowledge and expose any diversion tactics employed by others

ask questions if things are unclear

restate or rephrase your message when disputed

express yourself in a clear, specific and direct manner

utilize a more positive inner dialogue to reinforce your courage

internally acknowledge and be honest about your feelings

Techniques

situations can call for more extreme measures, so practices should be applied

assertive inquiry/stop action

freezing the dispute and trying to expose the real problem lying underneath can properly reposition your foucs

helps restore attention to the point

defusing

allow a person to fully decompress before presenting your concerns

content to process shift

shift the focus and address the person's current behavior

switching tracks to recapture someone's attention

smokescreen

agree with some fact, but reserve the right to choose your behavior

create the illusion that you have given negative, manipulative criticism thought

repitition

don't get baited into arguements to justify logic

keep repeating your point

make clear, direct, requests

be careful to utilize facts, not personal opinions

maintain a receptive but serious facial expression, keep your voice calm, and refrain from being demanding or condescending

to facilitate acceptance, use assertive body language

a customized appraoch will weigh greatly in being effective as a communicator

quality assertive expressions are crafted by incorporating the following components and emphasizing them when neccessary

precise resolutions

explanation of the problem

empathy/validation

Function & Value

being more assertive will lead to more self-respect and happiness

to motivate ones self, patiently review the benefits and repercussions of this emotional advance

meekness sometimes overrides our ability to asseert ourselves

we fasley attribute assertiveness to past demonstrations of mere frankness or aggression

some instances where assertiveness is worthwhile

managing minor aggravations to deter resentment and/or aggression

initiating, extending, changing, or terminating the course of conversation

communicating positive expressions

offering input, making appeals, requesting favors, and advocating personal rights

becomes more natural with time

first step of being assertive is difficult

Feedback

Requirements of the workplace
Providing feedback to others

encourage empowering beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors; this will increas self-efficacy and strengthen committement

give feedback on performance quickly and often

criticism must be delivered sensitively, be supportive and not accusatory

leaving achievements unsaid may translate as disinterest

be sure to recognize and praise what an individual has accomplished before critiquing any flaws

3 issues need to be taken into consideration

the modifications that can be made for improvement

the impact that the person's addressed activity is having upon individual work, other people, you, and the organization as a whole

the other person's strengths and weaknesses

Appealing for Feedback

healthy team operations can only ensue when everyone is equally appreciated and each individual feels accountable for the decisions reached

asserting yourself early is crucial to preserving group unity

team discussions, negative feedback is inevitable

when employing feedback,some ways the air can be cleared

invite others to share feedback to discourage further polarization

emphasize the positive elements of each position and areas where both converge

intervene and provide feedback on how you perceive each opponent's position

the development of the modern workplace has increased the value and occasion for feedback

the current workplace promotes facilitation, encouragement, empowerment, motivation, and support of all employees

projects often call for a collective approach to be successful

many teams are comprised of individuals each committed to personal goals

Optimizing Feedback
ask yourself questions

what would occur if you did not give this feedback?

how likely is your feedback to have any effect?

what opinion do they hold of you?

examine your feedback and your plans for delivery
listen courteously and acknowledge any points made before advancing the conversation
gauge the speech used, and extend a similar pattern and tone
it is crucial to monitor and adapt to the emotions and responses of others
customize you approach
Soliciting Input from Others
refrain from demonstrating any negative, reflex emotions before giving the speaker/advice a chance
some detrimental behaviors

disputing details or becoming belligerent

becoming defensive

distorting the criticism

interrupting

some common constructive behaviors

show that you understand the criticism

ask for clarification

respond to words that are said

listen empathetically

interpersonal skills and behavioral knowledge can be resourced to gain valuable input from feedback
should only be solicited from people whos opinion you respect
not a sign of weakness to ask for feedback
Rudiments of effective Feedback
encourage reciprocal exchange of ideas and information
if feedback is negative, concentrate on the present, then the future-not the past
presenting powerful phrases and relevant imagery can lead to faster and better comprehension of the message
guidelines that are essential to delivering feedback effectively

project a nonjudgemental stance

impart encouragement

critique adjustable behaviors

don't put it off

be clear,specific, and objective

provide the other person the opportunity to respond
refrain from making vague, general assaults
focus on addressing specific actions or behaviors
freely presents us with opportunities for personal improvement
best developed through experience
if delivered poorly, it can elicit pain, anger, insecurity, etc.
can be either unsolicited or requested, expected or unexpected
any form of insight from an external point of view
your opportunity to mold the creation your common ground