COMM 400 Week 1 Discussion

Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to classmates or your faculty member.

Due Thursday

Respond to one of the following in a minimum of 175 words:

Discussion Starter 1

• How does the background of a communicator—sender or receiver—affect communication?
• How much of a manager’s communication style is imposed on him or her by the organization’s culture, compared to the amount that is intrinsic to the individual?

 Discussion Starter 2

• What are the three most used modes of communication in your organization?
• What are examples of effective and ineffective communication situations in your organization?
• If you were building an organizational communications structure from scratch, what do you think are the top characteristics it must have to ensure a smooth flow of information throughout your organization?

Due Monday

Reply to at least 2 of your classmates with a minimum of 175 words. Be constructive and professional in your responses.

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