Vertical Communication

Term explanation  •  Category Communication

Definition and meaning

Vertical communication means that information is passed from one person to the next according to a linear system based on their titles. This type of communication is used when a company follows a hierarchical structure or for important, sensitive information.

SlideLizard

With larger audiences, participants often hold back questions because they don't want to speak in front of so many people. With SlideLizard this is no longer a problem, because participants of your presentation can ask you questions anonymously.

Learn more



Other glossary terms

Horizontal Communication

Horizontal communication is the exchange of information between people, departments or units within the same level of an organisational hierarchy of a company.

Learn more

Student Response System (SRS)

With Student Response Systems (SRS) it is possible to get live student feedback in the classroom. Questions and answers can usually be asked and given anonymously, which increases participation and engagement. An SRS may be used for any grade, including university.

Learn more

Manuscript Speech

For a manuscript speech, the speaker has an entire manuscript to read from. The benefit is that, as every single word is scripted, no important parts will be missed. However, speeches that are fully written down often seem unnatural and may bore the audience.

Learn more

Valedictory Speech

A valedictory speech is given in order to say goodbye, usually at graduation. It should inspire listeners and functions as a send-off into "real life".

Learn more






Top blog articles
More posts

PowerPoint Rebranding: Update Presentations to the New Corporate Design Fast

Wedding Quiz Ideas

LIZ – Autopilot for PowerPoint

LIZ AI – Autopilot for PowerPoint

With LIZ AI, communication becomes intelligent –
and your company transforms into an Agentic Enterprise

Experience LIZ AI

Be the first to know!

The latest SlideLizard news, articles, and resources,
sent straight to your inbox.

- or follow us on -