Question

List and define the five essentials of conversation. In your opinion which essential is the most important for creating a successful conversation? Explain your opinion.

Answer 1

1. Opening – How you start a conversation

2. Feedforward – This portion identifies the tone, introduces the purpose, and sets a timeline

3. Business – The subject matter at the heart and purpose of the conversation

4. Feedback – Replying back to confirm what has been communicated

5. Closing - The process to conclude the conversation

I believe that providing feedback is the most essential part of the conversation because it summarizes and confirms the subject matter that was communicated (the primary objective of the conversation).

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

1. Opening: A way to start a conversation

2. Feedforward: the conversation topic and timeline are introduced

3. Business: the heart/purpose of the conversation

4. Feedback: understanding is communicated

5. Closing: the way the conversation is finished

An opinion on which essential is the most important stage will vary, but business is probably the most important essential. The heart of the conversation is very important as it gives the meaning of it. This is important to remember when participating and listening in a conversation, to ensure yourself and the other participants that this conversation is purposeful.