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mydiamond

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A new employee who speaks English as a second language has just joined the design team you lead. You notice that she often looks confused during conversations. Describe at least three useful strategies for this situation.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

intercultural conversations, speaking slowly is usually regarded as a sign of disrespect.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: Strategies you can use include (1) speak slowly and clearly, (2) don't rephrase until it's obviously necessary, (3) look for and ask for feedback, (4) don't talk down to the other person, and (5) at the end of the conversation, verify what has been said and decided.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: FALSE
Explanation: When trying to communicate with a non-English speaker, speaking slowly is a requirement for better understanding.


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