priscilla s.rogers herbert w. hildebrand competing values framework (1993) nature of the message...
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Priscilla S.Rogers Herbert w. Hildebrand
Competing Values Framework (1993)Nature of the message dictates what means (values) of persuasion to choose, what
style to use and how to structure the message
Relational Message Competing Values: credibility, openness, awareness
Create a message that will reach as many people as possible
Choose values or emotions that you, personally, can relate to
Attempt to utilize wants, needs or values that are shared by all (e.g. safety, wellness, personal liberty, loyalty)
Draw from personal experiences (shared experiences may help your audience in aligning themselves with you and/or your message).
Informational Message Competing Values: Controlled, Precise, Organised
Informational Message explain a process, product, procedure, or concept
Focus on audience knowledgeProvide detailed informationUse logical structureUtilize explanatory visuals: diagrams, tables,
etc.
Informational message: focus on your audience
start at the level of knowledge of your
audience
use terminology or abbreviations familiar to
the audience
Informational message: give detailed information
Employ accurate facts, words, figures to
support your statements/opinions
Cite your sources of information
Informational message: utilize explanatory visuals
Create simple visuals to clarify complex ideas
Use flipcharts, diagrams, etc. to show trends,
statistics, comparisons and similar
Possible structure for informational presentation, e.g. presenting an article
Start with something to get attention; a surprising fact; a problematique, a question, etc.
Say a few words about yourself; tell the audience the structure of your talk and how they will benefit from it
Present a small number of main points – a maximum of four
Connect each point to the needs/interests of your audience, e.g. show the audience how they will benefit or aks them a question
Give examples to make your points clear
Summarize the main points again. Mention the key benefits – how audience can apply the information in your talk to their specific situation.
Finish with impact, e.g. a strong Thank you for your attention
Transformational Message Competing Values: inspire and challenge, change people’s
thinking
Use novel or unexpected elements: exhibits,
visuals, emotional images
Employ dynamic stories and anecdotes
Add inspirational and challenging quotations
Use colourful words, metaphors and body
language
Promotional Message Competing Values:action-oriented, interesting, sells a concept/product
Deliver content in a dynamic way
State factual data and statistics, bring
informed opinions (e.g. cite experts,
authorities)
Employ convincing visuals (e.g. charts, etc.)
Call for action (e.g. buying a new product)