Assignment
1.
Watch the following Ted Talk by Celeste Headlee on "10 Way to Have Better Conversations".
How do you think her talking points impact us in todays business world? Do you see this spilling over into other areas? How So?
Take a moment to reflect on what you do or don't do when conversing. How do you think this will impact you?
2.
Watch the following Ted Talk on how your brain responds to communication as well as the 2nd video on "Homework for Life Concept"
Ted Talk: "This is Your Brain on Communication" by Uri Hasson.
Youtube VIdeo: "Homework for Life | Matthew Dicks | TEDxBerkshires"
What are your initial thoughts on the power of storytelling? meaning? mobilizing others through effective communication? How do you believe you can utilize this information moving forward?
Do you think as a society (American) we lack effective communication? (I'm curious to hear the perspective of our international students, this can be incredibly insightful) How? What can you (as an individual) do to increase awareness in communication effectiveness? How can you incoporate this within your circles of influence (home, workplace, school, etc)?
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.