Communication Apprehension Theory with a Work TaskThe paper will aim to discuss how motivation and reward can be effective with a work task. These will be determined by someone's position and their position in relation to the task at hand. Rewards can increase a person's motivation to complete a task and this can benefit them. Examining the rewards given for efficiently completing a task can increase a person's motivation to work their best on a task in the workplace. Through various studies and research, this idea has been proven to hold true in a person's mindset when it comes to performing a dreaded communication task. Sometimes it can be difficult to express how you feel when faced with fear of a communication task. When people are afraid to communicate about a work task, it can potentially lead to bigger problems. We live in an age where communication is the most important thing in accomplishing professional tasks. One of the most important things is knowing when to use effective communication, even when fear is involved. A more concise and specific question would be: Are people more likely to perform a feared communication task if there is a reward? Furthermore, what drives people to overcome their anxiety and face their fears by participating in a feared communication task? This idea has been explored and theories have been created to further research the issue. Here, however, the gap regarding someone lacking specific workplace context for this is public speaking, proposals, interviews, speeches and presentations will be explored in more detail. There are definitely arguments to be made regarding a person's specific work level and motivation to complete a feared task. This article will attempt to give context......middle of article......that I have used can be beneficial in many ways and I am confident that my hypothesis can be supported. References Beatty, M. J. (1987). Communication apprehension as a determinant of avoidance, withdrawal, and performance anxiety. Communication Quarterly, 35(2), 202-217. Holbrook, Hilary Taylor (1987). ERIC/RCS Report: The Silent Student in Your Classroom, Language Arts, 64(5) 554-57. Shermis, Michael (1989). Apprehension of communication. [Bloomington, IN]: ERIC Clearinghouse on Reading and Communication Skills, 15(1) 1-4. Tietjen, MA and Myers, RM (1998). Motivation and job satisfaction. Management Decision, 36(4), 226-231. Yashima, T., Zenuk‐Nishide, L., and Shimizu, K. (2004). The influence of attitudes and affect on the willingness to communicate and communication in a second language. Language learning, 54(1), 119-152.