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Group communication involves interactive processes among three or more people to achieve common goals. It is specifically aimed at problem solving rather than mere interaction. Characteristics of group communication include group discussions on a specific topic as an exchange of ideas to assess candidates. Dos in group communication include thinking before speaking, being calm and composed, intelligently adding relevant points backed by facts, listening to others, having a respectful attitude, speaking on point without repetition, and having proper body language. To conduct an effective meeting, one should define objectives, create an agenda and calendar invites, choose strategic attendees and roles, stay on track using best practices, and end with clear actions, owners, and timelines. Meetings in business are important for discussing ideas

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Group Communication

Group communication involves interactive processes among three or more people to achieve common goals. It is specifically aimed at problem solving rather than mere interaction. Characteristics of group communication include group discussions on a specific topic as an exchange of ideas to assess candidates. Dos in group communication include thinking before speaking, being calm and composed, intelligently adding relevant points backed by facts, listening to others, having a respectful attitude, speaking on point without repetition, and having proper body language. To conduct an effective meeting, one should define objectives, create an agenda and calendar invites, choose strategic attendees and roles, stay on track using best practices, and end with clear actions, owners, and timelines. Meetings in business are important for discussing ideas

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ASSIGNMENT

Unit VI: Group Communication


1. Define Group Communication?

Group communication can be defined as “an interactive process that


occurs among three or more people interacting in an attempt to achieve
commonly recognized goals either face-to-face or through mediated
forms.” A group is a collection of people with specific goals or
objectives. Cohesion is an important factor in groups.

Group communication is less for interaction only. It is specifically meant


for problem solving. So goal orientation is another important factor of
group communication

2. Explain the characteristics of Group Communication.

1.Group Discussion, as the name itself indicates, is a group activity


carried out by participating individuals. It is an exchange of ideas among
the individuals of a group on a specific topic.

2 It is used as reliable, testing device - mainly as a tool to assess all the


candidates in a group at one go -in order to select the best in comparative
perspective.

3.Group Discussion is an informal discussion in which participants of the


same educational standard discuss a topic of current interest.
3. What are the dos in Group Communication?

Think before you speak.

Be calm and composed while speaking.

Pick up clues from the discussion and intelligently add points that come
toyour mind.

Back up your points with facts and figures if needed.

Listening to others is also an important aspect of participation in the


group discussion.

Be gentle and sure in your presentation of views.

Have respectful attitude towards the viewpoints of others.

Speak to-the-point and make sure that you do not repeat the points.

Your body language should convey your ease of behavior.


4. How to conduct an effective meeting?

Define the Meeting Objectives

Create an Agenda and Send Calendar Invites

Create a Safe Space for Collaboration

Strategically Choose Attendees and Appoint Important Roles

Best Practices to Stay on Track

End With Clear Actions, Owners, and Timelines

5. Explain the importance of Meetings in Business Communication.

When teams plan to discuss ideas, share information, or offer solutions to


workplace challenges, they might schedule meetings to review these
items. This provides co workers with a collaborative space to freely
express opinions and update each other on current tasks. When
conducting a meeting, consider sending an agenda and informing
employees of the meeting's topic beforehand to ensure its productive and
engaging. In this article, we review common reasons for conducting
meetings with team members and why they are important.

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