Discuss Theories of Communication P2

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Communication is a major base for humankind. To be able to know and understand each other as different individuals, it is very important that communication takes place. Communication enables humanity to interact with one another; exchange information whether urgent or not or just general talk about different things going on around and within us. Communication is essential because it helps people to build relationships whether formal or informal, it also assists in encouraging and building diverse personalities amongst individuals. Communication has to be effective in order for there to be an agreement or compromise. There are different types of communication which include written communication, verbal or oral communication, formal and informal communication, communication using technology such as electronic mails and social networks. More types of communication are British sign language (BSL), Braille, Mekaton, one-to-one communication, group communication only to mention just a few. One-to-one communication This type of communication occurs mainly between two people who are either familiar with each other or not. A one-to-one conversation held between people who are not familiar with each other “should always try to create the right kind of impression and feeling.”(Stretch & Whitehouse 2010 p.4) Once the right kind of feeling is shared between both individuals, the conversation sandwich (Asbridge, L et al, 2006 p.3) suggests that at this point both persons are now more likely to be discussing a more comfortable topic which they both want to talk about. During this period it is very important to listen, give a good expression and show that you are understanding and interested in what the other person is saying. After passing this stage it is vital to end the conversation with the right kinds of feeling that is ending some statements which reflect some
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