Communicative Strategies Part 1

Summary

In this video, Erica explains key communication strategies to help you improve your conversational skills. She covers the importance of 'nomination'—starting conversations effectively—using small talk, compliments, or favors. The video also discusses 'restriction,' or focusing a conversation on key topics, and 'turn-taking,' which ensures smooth, organized dialogues. These strategies foster better communication by helping people initiate, direct, and maintain productive conversations. To discover the remaining strategies, viewers are encouraged to like and subscribe.

Takeaways

• 😀 Nomination is the act of proposing or suggesting a topic to start a conversation.
• 😀 Small talk, such as discussing the weather or sports, is a proven way to kickstart a conversation.
• 😀 Asking a question related to the topic you want to discuss is an effective way to begin a conversation.
• 😀 A compliment or joke can also serve as a good way to initiate a conversation.
• 😀 The Ben Franklin effect suggests that asking for a small favor can make others more open to you and the conversation.
• 😀 Restriction is the practice of limiting the subject or topic to stay on track during a conversation.
• 😀 Restriction helps in focusing on the key points when there's limited time or focus needed.
• 😀 Turn-taking is a key communication strategy that ensures everyone has the chance to speak and be heard.
• 😀 Nonverbal communication, such as adjusting pitch or hand gestures, can signal when it's time for the other person to talk.
• 😀 Conjunctions like 'nevertheless' or 'however' help in maintaining the flow and continuity of a conversation.
• 😀 The video covers three out of seven communicative strategies, with more content available for subscribers.

Q & A

What is the main focus of the video 'Communication Flow'?

The video focuses on teaching communicative strategies to help start, maintain, and effectively manage conversations.

What is 'nomination' in the context of communication?

Nomination refers to the act of proposing or suggesting a topic that you want to talk about, essentially starting a conversation.

Why is small talk considered an effective way to start a conversation?

Small talk, such as discussing weather, sports, or making neutral observations, helps initiate conversation and gradually leads to the main topic.

How does the 'favor' technique help in conversation?

Asking someone for a small favor creates an inherent psychological connection, making the person more receptive to your ideas or discussion.

What does the strategy of 'restriction' involve?

Restriction involves limiting the topic of conversation to focus on important subjects or maintain order, especially when time is limited or the discussion needs structure.

Can you give an example of using restriction in a conversation?

An example would be telling a friend, 'Let's focus on discussing the lecture and not other random topics.'

What is turn-taking and why is it important in communication?

Turn-taking is the practice of participants allowing each other appropriate opportunities to speak, ensuring an orderly conversation and smooth exchange of ideas.

What nonverbal cues can help manage turn-taking?

Nonverbal cues include lowering pitch or volume to signal the end of a turn and pointing or gesturing to indicate it is the other person's turn to speak.

What verbal strategies help maintain conversational flow?

Using conjunctions like 'nevertheless,' 'however,' or 'therefore' helps indicate that your feedback is connected to what the other person just said, showing continuity.

How many communicative strategies are discussed in the video, and how many are revealed?

The video introduces 7 communicative strategies in total but only discusses 3 of them: nomination, restriction, and turn-taking.

Why is starting a conversation through a compliment or joke effective?

Using humor or compliments engages the listener, eases tension, and can make the conversation more enjoyable and receptive.

What is the main benefit of combining verbal and nonverbal cues in conversation?

Combining verbal and nonverbal cues ensures clarity, shows attentiveness, and helps maintain a smooth, organized, and engaging conversation.