Jose was getting ready for his first performance evaluation at his new company. The room where the evaluation was to take place was cramped and dimly lit. He was uncomfortable and this highlighted his nervousness. Though he had prepared for an open, honest discussion with his supervisor, he found himself to be more defensive when he was confronted with constructive feedback. What element of the importance of human communication in business and professional contexts does this example illustrate?

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The example illustrates how the physical surroundings can impact communication, as the cramped and dimly lit room contributed to Jose's discomfort and nervousness during his performance evaluation.

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