1One unique challenge of working in virtual teams is
The inability to read nonverbal cues to gain information
2A disadvantage of using handouts during presentations
Distract audience members
3Team member reluctant to share opinions is because
Facilitator has chosen a side in discussion
4Step for evaluation omission relates to
Access
5An example describing forming stage of team dev't
each member takes turn sharing background
6Example statement of how to diplomatically disagree
"I feel that I did not have a chance to explain my actions"
7two types of documentation systems
APA and MLA
8How to maintain flexibility during presentations
Arrive early to deal with equipment surprises, room layout, attendance
9Most versatile chart types: pie charts, bar charts, or line charts?
bar charts
10When to distribute the agenda
Ahead of the meeting so they know what to expect
11Documenting sources is important for secondary research because
It helps decision makers judge the quality of your data
12Fastest way to increase trust among team members who don't know each other well
Encouraging self-disclosure
13Entering research process with preexisting assumptions leads to
Reduces credibility of research
14External blogs need to be carefully vetted why?
To determine the expertise of the writer
15What to do if you lose your train of thought
Repeat the last statements to regain thought
16Concerns of professionals with red motivational value system
Organizing people, time, money, to accomplish results
17How to make presentations appealing to red motivation value systems
Discuss immediate goals
18Characteristics of recommendations in business reports
*Specific
*Based on fact
19Survey questions should be
Short enough to answer in a few seconds
20In most situations, should you paraphrase or use direct quotations?
Paraphrase
212 items of Clothing to avoid in business settings
Jeans and collarless shirt
22This kind of learner needing group activities or hands-on activities
Kinesthetic learner
23Expected components in presentations
Preview, view, review
24one advantage of open-ended questions
researchers understand an issue in more depth than closed questions
25Making presentation slides appear uncluttered
Plenty of white space
26What is an example of using the room to your advantage?
Positioning yourself slightly down center aisle bc front rows are empty.
27Precision in reports relies on
Facts
28Action of providing supporting details for conclusions
Raises credibility of a report
29E in SOFTEN Model in nonverbal communication stands for
Eye contact
30T in SOFTEN Model in nonverbal communication stands for
Tone
31Helpful guideline for nonverbal communication during presentations
In the company's databases
*Connect with facial expressions
*show enthusiasm for topic
32Phenomenon contributing to immediate agreement without asking for more info is
A groupthink
33Facilitator role in meetings
Fair discussion of each agenda item
34What relates to data reliability
How current and representative data is
35Transparent reporting in business writing
Relates to the component of credibility known as character
36Where do you find the best source for client information over the last 6 months?
In the company's databases
37Best way to display gross national product for 6 different countries in 2019
A bar chart
38First step in developing research-based business reports
Identifying what decision makers want to accomplish
39Last step of the PREP method
Restating your position
40Minutes of a meeting should include
All info discussed, main decisions reached
41To avoid plagiari
*Quotations
Provide source information of the quote
42Demonstrating originality of thought when using secondary research to develop reports
Combine info from a variety of sources in novel and insightful ways
43Developing original reports make sure to
avoid plagiarizing in any form
44Ending a presentation with a review
Recap the message in a few sentences
46to help manage nerves
Visualize yourself speaking with confidence and ease
47Focusing on slide readability
Use high-contrast backgrounds and colors
48How visual learners learn well
*Illustrations
*simple diagrams
49When organizing data for an upcoming quarterly meeting
focus on full disclosure of data and show that the company must address any issues it has
50When producing group writing, ensure writing reflects views of the group at every one of these three stages
Stages: Gathering info, drafting initial findings, editing the final document
51How can you show support for the presenter?
Asking questions about the speaker's topic
52How can you raise the credibility of your report?
Providing supporting details for your conclusions