Communicating Across Your Organization (NH)

Description

Effective communication is how employees and management interact to reach organizational goals. Getting this right results in a happier, more engaged workforce who get more done. Unfortunately, there are often significant barriers – language, culture, distrust, distance – to effective communication.

Private classes on this topic are available. We can address your organization’s issues, time constraints, and save you money, too. Contact us to find out how.

Course Objectives

  • Describe common communication barriers
  • Understand how to use effective interpersonal skills in their spoken and written communications
  • Analyze the pillars of organizational awareness
  • Apply principles of effective facilitation
  • Understand how to adapt their approach to different learning and communication styles

Agenda

A History of Organizational Communication

  • A Historical Perspective
  • Classic vs. Human Relations Communications
  • Generational and Technological Change
  • Digital Communication
  • Effectiveness of Communication Channels

The Effectiveness of Interpersonal Skills

  • Limitations of Self-Awareness
  • Transactional Analysis
  • Connecting with Powerful Communication
  • Active Listening
  • Non-Verbal Communication
  • Written Communication
  • The Power of Facilitation

The Pillars of Organizational Awareness

  • Culture and Behavior
  • Creating Psychological Safety
  • Inclusion and Belonging
  • Sweaty-Palmed Conversations
  • Care and Challenge Each Other

The Adaptation of Communication Strategies

  • Factors in Communication
  • Communication Barriers
  • Adapting to Different Learning and Communication Styles
  • Communication Strategies Across Time
  • Position and Posture

 

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