Chapter 16: Adaptability

There are six factors of adaptability: (1) social experience, (2) social composure, (3) social confirmation, (4) appropriate disclosure, (5) articulation, and (6) wit. Social experience allows people to develop a set of communication strategies and skills. Practice makes perfect, according to the book. I think this is why it is beneficial to meet new people (talk to random strangers while waiting in line) and practice interviews for example. Social composure and confirmation refers to keeping calm and acknowledging other's self-presentation. Appropriate disclosure is something that I hope that more people are aware of when gossiping with friends. Articulation is the ability to express ideas through language, and wit is ability to use humor. These six factors are relevant to me because it will now help me to ease the tension and know how to adapt to conversations with different people.