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Straight talk.

F T Plowman1

  • 1Emergency Department, Long Beach (CA) Memorial Medical Center.

The American Journal of Nursing
|August 1, 1990
PubMed
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Learn about straight talk, a problem-solving communication style. It uses assertiveness, openness, honesty, and collaboration for effective results, avoiding conflict.

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Area of Science:

  • Communication Studies
  • Organizational Behavior

Background:

  • Problematic communication hinders team effectiveness.
  • Traditional conflict resolution can involve blame and defensiveness.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To define and explore the principles of straight talk communication.
  • To highlight its role in effective problem-solving.

Main Methods:

  • Conceptual analysis of communication styles.
  • Identification of core components of straight talk.

Main Results:

  • Straight talk emphasizes assertiveness, openness, and honesty.
  • It fosters a collaborative environment for task completion.

Conclusions:

  • Straight talk offers a constructive alternative to conflict-ridden communication.
  • Adopting straight talk skills can improve team dynamics and productivity.