Dialogical Speech in The Intercultural Context of The Service Sector
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https://doi.org/10.26437/ajar.v10i1.712Keywords:
Communication. communicative competence. culture. dialogical. speechAbstract
Purpose: The refinement of theoretical foundations for forming professional competence among service industry professionals is currently relevant in the socio-economic landscape, especially in the context of intercultural integration of society. This study aims to analyse the significant role of dialogical communication in an intercultural context in optimising the communicative effectiveness of the service industry.
Design/Methodology/Approach: The research employed qualitative research general scientific methods of cognition, such as analysis and synthesis, induction and deduction, abstraction, and formalisation. For this purpose, scientific articles, books, reports, and other sources containing information on the labour market and professional competencies in the service sector were selected. The texts were analysed to identify significant themes and patterns that exemplify the dynamic of dialogic speech within the intercultural context of the service industry.
Findings: Dialectic communication promotes effective interaction and cooperation between cultures and contributes to developing intercultural competence and forming professional competence. However, it also faces challenges, including cultural diversity, deficiencies in intercultural competence, and language barriers.
Research Limitation/Implications: A competency-based approach to this process requires a foundation in linguistic and cultural development and advanced dialogical communication skills.
Social Implication: The primary vectors for optimising organisational management through transforming companies' intercultural communication spheres were identified.
Practical Implication: The outcomes of the study have the potential to make a significant scientific and useful contribution to enhancing intercultural comprehension and collaboration in the service sector.
Originality/ Value: This study holds significance in light of the increasing importance of intercultural communication in the contemporary service sector. Using cognitive methods to study the dynamics of dialogues in an intercultural environment is an innovative approach.
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