Review The Following Video On The Concept Of Persuasion

Review The Following Video Regarding The Concept Persuasion Within Int

Review the following video regarding the concept persuasion within interviews located at YouTube: Please copy and paste the following address into your web browser to view the file. Using no less than 150 words, discuss: “What does it mean to persuade someone" in the context of Mary J. Smith’s proposal from the Concepts in Communications Studies.

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Persuasion is a fundamental concept in communication studies that involves influencing others' beliefs, attitudes, or behaviors through reasoning and emotional appeal. In the context of Mary J. Smith’s proposal, as discussed in Concepts in Communications Studies, persuasion within interviews is understood as the strategic process of convincing an interviewer or an audience to adopt a particular viewpoint or take specific actions. This process requires the speaker to employ credible arguments, appeal to the listener's emotions, and articulate messages effectively to foster agreement or motivate change. Smith emphasizes that persuasion is not simply about manipulation but about establishing a connection with the audience, understanding their perspectives, and tailoring messages accordingly. In interviews, persuasion becomes a nuanced art where the interviewee aims to present their ideas convincingly while maintaining integrity and authenticity. Overall, persuasion in this context involves a dynamic interaction of message delivery, credibility, emotional appeal, and relational trust, all aimed at shaping perceptions and guiding decisions.

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