1. Different-Speak: Gender and Culture
There are subtle—but distinct—differences between communicating with an individual and
a group. Communication among group members can be seen as a microcosm of
communication within the entire organization. Using the company that you selected in
Week 1, complete the following analysis to show the differences between writing and
communicating a message:
Select 2 communication channels to present 1 message to (a) an individual employee within
the organization and (b) a group within the organization.
Describe a new product being released by your company by writing messages of 400–500
words to (a) the individual, and (b) the group.
For the individual employee message, consider how the new product affects the individual’s
job or role within the organization. How would you customize the message?
What considerations are important in the message for a larger group? Are there specific
differences? Answer these questions in the analysis.
Lastly, explain what communication channels are most effective when dealing with
individual employees, a group, and the larger organization. Consider cross-communication
platforms, too. How do they complement each other?