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LO 6-1:Define interpersonal communication

Video: Interpersonal Communication
Description: This video provide further explanation of what interpersonal communication is and when it takes place.

Audio: Sisters Speak in “You Were Always Mom's Favorite”
Description: An audio story with famed communication researcher Deborah Tannen that discusses interpersonal relationships in the context of sisters and sister relationships.

Web: What is Interpersonal Communication in the Workplace?
Description: Article discussing interpersonal communication and its processes.

LO 6-2:Describe different kinds of workplace relationships

Video: CNN News Special - Workplace Romances and Relationships
Description: An interview about workplace romances.

Audio: Sex at Work: Right or Wrong?
Description: The audio news story deals with a sensitive workplace subject of sexual relationships in the workplace.

Web: How to Build Positive Workplace Relationships
Description: An article that discusses positive relationship building in the workplace.

LO 6-3:Explain the difference between professional and personal communication

Video: How to Excel at Communication in the Workplace
Description: Video that provides clear and straightforward communication tips for the workplace.

Audio: The Clash of Ages: How Technology Divides Workers
Description: An audio story that discusses how younger workers are using social media during the day instead of working.

Web: Professional Communication vs. Personal Communication
Description: Great advice on how to manage your personal communication style to be more professional in the workplace.

LO 6-4:Discuss professional etiquette

Video: World-Class Business Etiquette Training
Description: Description of business etiquette and manners.

Audio: To Foster Communication, Bay Area Boss Cut off E-mail
Description: A story about a workplace where the CEO launched an experiment of no company e-mail for a week.

Web: 15 Business Etiquette Rules Every Professional Needs to Know
Description: Descriptions are provided of important etiquette rules to know in business situations.