This document discusses oral communication and its functions. It defines communication as the transmission of knowledge, ideas, feelings, and information between parties. Effective communication is important for building relationships, motivating employees, maintaining control, and providing feedback in business. Communication allows companies to share objectives and policies to guide employee actions. It also opens opportunities for employees to give suggestions and managers to evaluate performance. The document outlines six main functions of communication, including building relationships, preventing further discussion, transmitting information to others, achieving instrumental results, influencing attitudes, and releasing emotions. It provides examples for each function and concludes with an activity to practice communication skills.