Spring 2023
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3. Eye Contact: Indicates attention, interest, and confidence. Avoiding eye contact
can be perceived as discomfort or evasiveness.
8. Posture: The way one stands or sits can convey confidence, openness, or
nervousness.
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9. Gestures: Movements of the hands, arms, or other parts of the body that convey
specific messages. For instance, a thumbs-up gesture indicates approval.
Non-verbal communication is often more subtle and can convey meaning beyond
words, making it a crucial aspect of effective communication.
Meetings play a crucial role in the decision-making process for several reasons.
Here are some key points with examples to illustrate their importance:
Meetings bring together individuals with diverse perspectives and expertise. This
diversity fosters a collaborative environment where ideas can be freely shared and
discussed.
Example:
Meetings provide a platform for stakeholders to voice their opinions and concerns.
This engagement is crucial for gaining their support and commitment to the
decisions made.
Example:
A project manager might hold a meeting with senior management, team leaders,
and key team members to discuss the adoption of a new project management tool.
By addressing concerns and incorporating feedback, the project manager can
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ensure that everyone is on board with the decision, leading to smoother
implementation.
Meetings help clarify objectives, roles, and expectations, ensuring that all
participants are aligned with the goals and strategies.
Example:
In a strategic planning meeting, the CEO might outline the company's long-term
goals and how each department contributes to achieving them. This helps
department heads understand their roles and responsibilities, ensuring alignment
with the company's vision.
4. Timely Decision-Making
Regular meetings enable timely discussions and decisions, preventing delays that
could hinder progress.
Example:
Example:
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Meetings often include documenting decisions, action items, and responsibilities,
which helps in tracking progress and holding individuals accountable.
Example:
After a sales strategy meeting, the minutes might document that the sales manager
is responsible for implementing a new sales campaign, with specific deadlines and
milestones. This documentation ensures that everyone knows their tasks and can be
held accountable for their execution.
Example:
Town hall meetings, where employees can ask questions and receive updates
directly from senior management, enhance transparency and ensure that everyone
is informed about the company's direction and performance.
In summary, meetings are vital in the decision-making process because they enable
collaboration, ensure stakeholder buy-in, provide clarity and alignment, facilitate
timely decisions, resolve conflicts, document responsibilities, and promote
transparency.
1. Punctuality
Example:
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In a job interview, arriving on time shows the interviewer that the candidate values
the opportunity and respects their schedule. Conversely, arriving late without a
valid reason might give the impression of disorganization or a lack of seriousness.
2. Response Time
The time taken to respond to messages, emails, or requests can indicate levels of
interest, priority, or urgency.
Example:
In a business setting, promptly responding to a client's email can indicate that their
business is valued and that the company is attentive to their needs. Delayed
responses might suggest a lack of interest or lower priority.
3. Duration of Interaction
The amount of time spent with someone can reflect the importance of the
relationship or topic being discussed.
Example:
4. Waiting Time
How long someone is kept waiting can communicate power dynamics, respect, and
the value placed on the person's time.
Example:
In a doctor's office, if a patient has to wait for a long time past their appointment, it
might signal that the patient's time is not valued as highly. In contrast, a doctor
who sees patients promptly might be seen as respectful and efficient.
5. Timing of Actions
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Example:
Choosing to discuss a sensitive topic at the end of a meeting might indicate a lack
of importance or a desire to avoid prolonged discussion. Bringing it up at the
beginning can signal its significance and the need for thorough discussion.
6. Frequency of Interaction
The frequency with which someone interacts with others can communicate levels
of interest, involvement, and priority.
Example:
A team leader who regularly checks in with their team members is likely perceived
as engaged and supportive. Rare interactions might suggest detachment or lack of
interest.
7. Pacing of Speech
Example:
8. Time Management
How one manages their time can reflect their organizational skills and respect for
others' time.
Example:
A project manager who consistently meets deadlines and keeps meetings within
scheduled times is seen as efficient and respectful of their team's time. Poor time
management might suggest disorganization and lack of respect for others'
schedules.
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In summary, time as a non-verbal cue can significantly influence perceptions and
interactions. Punctuality, response time, duration and frequency of interactions,
waiting time, timing of actions, pacing of speech, and time management all send
powerful messages about attitudes, priorities, and relationships.
When writing a message or initiating communication with a consumer for the first
time, consider the following points:
1. Know Your Audience: Understand who the consumer is, their preferences,
needs, and interests.
3. Personalization: Address the consumer by their name and tailor the message to
their specific context if possible.
6. Value Proposition: Highlight the benefits or value that the consumer will gain
from your message.
7. Call to Action: Include a clear call to action, guiding the consumer on what to
do next.
10. Follow-up: Mention any follow-up actions or steps that will occur after this
communication.
By keeping these points in mind, you can create a positive and effective first
impression with the consumer.
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5. How should we know that what visuals will work for a games
application ?
To determine what visuals will work best for a games application, consider the
following strategies:
3. Genre-Specific Trends: Each game genre has visual conventions and trends.
For example, RPGs often use detailed, immersive graphics, while casual mobile
games might use bright, simple, and engaging visuals.
6. User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) Design: Ensure that the visuals
enhance the UI and UX, making the game intuitive and enjoyable to play. Good
UI/UX design is crucial for player retention.
8. Prototype and Iterate: Create prototypes of different visual styles and test
them. Iteration based on player feedback and performance metrics can help refine
your visuals.
9. Story and Setting Alignment: Ensure that the visuals align with the game's
story and setting. The art style should enhance the narrative and immerse players in
the game world.
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10. Performance Considerations: Balance visual quality with performance,
especially for mobile games. High-quality graphics should not compromise the
game's performance on various devices.
By combining these strategies, you can identify and develop visuals that
effectively enhance your game's appeal and engage your target audience.
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