For my lone wolf speech I would like to focus on how to become a better version of my professional self. In trying to connect with the audience I hope to bring a sense of relatableness to my speech and begin by admitting that I chose this topic because I’m still in the process of … [Read more…]
This piece was interesting to read, and at times very confusing. In paragraph two of page three the author suggests that our technophilia, or enthusiasm for technology, is merely biophilia in disguise. I felt like I was able to grasp this concept pretty well as I saw it recurring throughout the text making it easier … [Read more…]
Something that I found interesting while reading this chapter was when the author talked about day to day communication and how much of an important role it plays in our relationships. Typically when we think about communication we think of bigger life events as these are things we consider to be more meaningful. However, the … [Read more…]
If I had to come up with a definition, I would describe communication as the way in which messages are exchanged between two or more people. As we’ve discussed already, this can include both verbal and nonverbal forms as well as intentional and unintentional messages that we send to one another. There are several barriers … [Read more…]
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Looking back on my lone wolf speech now that the final version has been presented to the class, I can say that it definitely went better than I expected. Going first, although stress inducing, ended up being a huge weight off of my shoulders and helped me to enjoy the rest of the speeches that … [Read more…]
The best advice that I received from one of my peers during the workshop portion of our speech was to determine how I could leave the audience with something meaningful, and incorporate that into my conclusion. During this point of the revision process I was still trying to figure out what the conclusion of my … [Read more…]
I think the best piece of advice that I gave to a handful of my peers during the workshop process was that it’s okay to still be unsure and to admit that to your audience. I made sure to stress that as long as you’re being authentic, your audience will likely pick up on what … [Read more…]
For my lone wolf speech I would like to focus on how to become a better version of my professional self. In trying to connect with the audience I hope to bring a sense of relatableness to my speech and begin by admitting that I chose this topic because I’m still in the process of … [Read more…]
