Dr. Devesh Thakur
The video explains: 1. The Principle of Politeness involves several maxims that govern polite communication. These maxims include tact, generosity, approbation, modesty, agreement, and sympathy. 2. To increase politeness in conversation, one can follow these maxims: 3. Maxim of Tact: Avoid imposing on others or challenging their autonomy. Use polite phrases like "I don't mean to impose, but..." 4. Maxim of Generosity: Confirm the importance of the other person by valuing their time, insight, or talent. Show appreciation for their contributions. 5. Maxim of Approbation: Praise and compliment others, minimizing any expression of criticism or disapproval. 6. Maxim of Modesty: Minimize praise or compliments directed at oneself, while praising and complimenting the other person. 7. Maxim of Agreement: Seek areas of agreement and express them while avoiding minimizing disagreements. 8. Maxim of Sympathy: Show understanding, sympathy, empathy, supportiveness, and likeness for the other person. Avoid dismissive or unsympathetic responses. 9. Following these maxims can help enhance politeness in conversations and improve interpersonal relationships.
Dr. Devesh Thakur is an enthusiastic and dedicated educator with a passion for cultivating confident communicators. His love for communications & public speaking has led him to earn several certificate courses in public speaking and presentations. He has written several articles, blogs, and books on communication and interpersonal skills.
With PG & Ph.D. from the prestigious Indian Veterinary Research Institute in Extension Education, he has fifteen years of experience in teaching communication courses to varied students of agricultural universities in India. His teaching philosophy revolves around creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where students can overcome their fears and develop the art of persuasive expression. Through a combination of recorded video lectures, and personalized online support, he strives to equip learners with the tools to articulate their ideas with clarity, impact, and conviction.