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Discuss any two personal and any two organizational barrier in the flow of communication. |
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Answer» Personal Barriers: 1. Fear of Challenge to Authority: A superior always aims to maintain a higher position and prestige in the organization. If he fears that a particular communication may adversely affect his authority, then he may withhold such communication. 2. Lack of Confidence of superior on his Subordinates: Communication process of hampered when superiors do not have faith or confidence on the competence of their subordinates. Organizational Barriers: 1. Rules and Regulations: Rigid rules and cumbersome procedures adversely affect the process of communication. Similarly, communications through prescribed channel may result in delays. 2. Status: Status relationships create psychological distance between superior and his subordinates. A status conscious manager also may not allow his subordinates to express their feelings freely. |
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