Wednesday, March 3, 2010

How Confirmative are You?

In your typical communications, how likely are you to display the following behaviors?

5 = always
4 = often
3 = sometimes
2 = rarely
1 = never
  1. I acknowledge the presence of another person both verbally and non verbally.
  2. I support or take issue with what the person says.
  3. I maintain nonverbal contact.
  4. I communicate with concern and respect.
  5. I signal understanding.
  6. I reflect the other person's feeling as a way of expressing understanding.
  7. I ask appropriate questions.
  8. I respond to requests for communication.
  9. I encourage disclosure.
  10. I respond directly and exclusively.