Real World Problem: Persuasive vs. Scientific Methods

Real World Problem: Persuasive vs. Scientific Methods Many of us are faced with problems daily, and our means of resolving these conflicts vary substantially. Some of us deal with problems practically, and others make lists. Some cannot even deal with problems. However, this paper will analyze the persuasive vs. The scientific methods of resolving a conflict, namely, how one can solve a problem with one's boss in the workplace in two ways. First, one must define a problem. For example, a very simple problem could be arriving late for work.

In this case, the boss would certainly be upset, for he is paying for that time, and this would pose a problem. The boss may choose to deal with this problem directly, in which case a persuasive method could be more suitable, or he could choose to deal with it through the Human Resources department or through other such department, in which case the scientific method could be useful. However, these two scenarios can use the methods interchangeably.

The persuasive method focuses on utilizing a certain demeanor and certain words to solve a problem. For example, peer persuasion is a very effective way to obtain what one wants. In the case of the late employee vs. The boss, peer persuasion may not be the way to go; however, this does not mean that this is ineffective. For example, peer persuasion can work on various levels and is seen truly everywhere: in class, at work, at home, on Facebook, or Twitter, and even other social networking sites.

Through our actions, we enable peer persuasion, especially through our utilization of the internet However, in the case above, none of this would work, and persuasion would have to involve a very effective speech about why one was late, and a very succinct and to the point speech as well. It is only in this way that a boss would acknowledge the emphasis of the employee's plea and its legitimacy. In the scientific method, one will most likely see the following structure: 1. Stating the Problem or understanding the matter 2.

Forming a Hypothesis or the "why" question 3. Testing the Hypothesis (through an experiment of sorts) 4. Collecting Data (which includes making observations) 5. Analyzing the Data 6. Drawing conclusions However, this can vary, especially if one must solve the problem quickly, as above. In such an instance, one would need to think quickly.