Jason Is a Financial Analyst in a Computer-Manufacturing Firm

question 56

Multiple Choice

Jason is a financial analyst in a computer-manufacturing firm.Unfortunately,several of his co-workers and superiors doubt Jason's professionalism.His manager feels that Jason means well; however,Jason is unable to communicate effectively.Which of the following tips is the manager most likely to give Jason to help him communicate more professionally?

• A) Give people general information, instead of providing only specific data.
• B) Clarify how people will benefit from responding to your messages the way you want them to.
• C) Present personal opinions as facts so that you appear professional.
• D) Avoid clarifying expectations and responsibilities to create a positive impression.
• E) Use passive listening so that you can save time and easily use your filters to process information.

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Definitions:

Dividend Distribution

The payment of a portion of a company's earnings to its shareholders, usually in the form of cash or additional stock.

Signaling Effect

The notion that actions by a company can provide signals to investors and the market about its future prospects.

Excess Cash

Funds that exceed the normal operational needs of a business, which may be invested or used for additional expenditures.

One-Time Payment

A payment that is made in a single installment rather than divided into multiple payments.