In this scenario, Chris is primarily seeking an Instrumental communication goal. He is trying to achieve a specific outcome—terminating his relationship with his partner. Instrumental goals are focused on obtaining a resource, making a decision, or achieving a particular task, which in this case involves conveying his intentions about the relationship.
Chris is trying to arrange a meeting with his partner of five years to discuss how he can terminate their relationship. What communication goal is he seeking ?
Relationship
Personal
Instrumental
Self presentation
1 answer
2 answers