Developing Successful Interpersonal Skills (NH)
Description
In our inter-connected world, good communication and cooperation is key to working efficiently. Respectfully engaging with others can enhance or inhibit workflow and be the difference between the success or failure of a project or an entire organization.
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This course has been approved for 7 PDUs | 7 CDUs
Course Objectives
- Recognize the difference between hearing and listening
- Enhance interpersonal relationships through the use of verbal and non-verbal communication
- Employ techniques to move towards high-quality conversation
- Create a positive impression through a powerful introduction
- Influence others through sharing perspectives and opinions constructively
- Use logic and emotion to persuade and collaborate
- Identify ways of sharing thoughts and opinions constructively
- Prepare for and conduct simple negotiations
Agenda
The Importance of Interpersonal Skills
Verbal Communication Techniques
- Hearing versus Actively Listening
- Connecting with Powerful Communication
Non-Verbal Communication
- Understanding the Elements of Vocal Delivery
- Interpreting and Applying Body Language
- Building Self-Awareness
Creating a Powerful First Impression
- Creating a Powerful Introduction
- Cultivating Your Impact
The Art of Conversation
- Mastering the 4 Levels of a Conversation
- Moving a Conversation Along
- Applying Tools for Deepening Conversation
Influence and Persuasion
- Influencing Others
- Seeing the Other Side
- Building Bridges
- Extending Your Influence
Interacting Positively
- Applying Logic and Owning Emotions
- Disagreeing Constructively
- Bringing People to Your Side
- Building Consensus
Negotiation Basics
- Planning for Negotiation
- Managing the 4 Stages of Negotiation
- Arriving at an Agreement