I’m stuck on a Business question and need an explanation.
Learning Activity #1
Read:
Seven Tips for Respectful Persuasion
Slideshare on persuasive presentation
VIEW:
Good Communications Skills
Read the Waite Pharmaceuticals case study found in Richard Daft’s book The Leadership Experience (link attached). Daft Chapter 12 .Ignore the last paragraph and assume that Lassiter has given you permission to make a presentation to the Board of Directors.
Knowing that Hsu is biased in favor of the Standard Company, you must find a way to persuade the Board and Hsu that Standard is not the greatest option for the company. Be creative! Set up the Agenda for your presentation and write the first two paragraphs of your presentation using the tips given in the two articles, your textbook, and video I have provided. Make sure you tell us enough that we get a real feel for your perspective and direction of argument. Remember if you don't communicate your thoughts well the choice will be Standard!