Communication and work systems : theory, processes, opportunities /

This book provides a practical definition and explanation of ""communicative behavior"" for use in understanding interaction in work settings. It clearly presents a model of the elements of a work system, and summarizes theories that explain how organizations function and how man...

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Online Access: Full text (MCPHS users only)
Main Author: Pace, R. Wayne (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: Newcastle upon Tyne : Cambridge Scholars Publishing, 2018
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Table of Contents:
  • Ways of thinking about organizational communication
  • The context of organizational communication: work systems
  • Communicative theoretical foundations
  • Theoretical foundations of organizing and managing
  • Cultural and critical theoretical foundations
  • Identifying communication problems
  • Making changes to solve problems
  • Encouraging the flow of information
  • Cultivating organizational learning
  • Knowledge management
  • Energizing organization embers
  • Using power and empowering others
  • Acquiring a leadership style
  • Facilitating work teams and groups
  • Handling conflict, stress, and burn-out
  • Careers in organizational communication.