Strengthening Teams Through Communication

Who is the course for?

This course is for anyone who leads a team or is a member of a team.

Skill Level

All

Time Committment

Weekly Time Committment

60 Minutes/Week

Duration

No. of Weeks

5

Leader Behaviors

This course strengthens your skills in the following leader behaviors:

Course Overview

It is not unusual to hear people in an organization say, “We have a communication problem.” This course is designed to provide participants with information and techniques to analyze and enhance their communication skills and help others communicate more effectively. Communication takes many forms: words, voice tone, eyes, and body language to name a few. This course helps participants understand the hidden meanings behind the various types of communication and devise strategies to communicate clearly and avoid unnecessary conflict.

Completing this course will help you:

  • Establish a working definition of communication.
  • Apply Personality Styles dynamics to develop effective communication skills.
  • Adopt tools for effective communication.
  • Implement a three-step process for communicating effectively.
  • Identify common communication filters and their potential impact.

Learning Path

Session 1 - The Communication Process

Changing technology makes focus on communication in the workplace essential. Teamwork and communication go hand in hand. For a team to be successful, each member must communicate effectively to ensure the group as a whole is always up to date on the task at hand. Whether you’re working with a small project team or an entire business’ staff, it’s essential to focus on communicating effectively to realize the benefits of team communication. This session contains an overview of the communication process and the common pitfalls in the process. We also define the communication filters and demonstrate how filters impact the way we communicate with others.

Virtual Session (30 minutes) + Online Journal (15 minutes) + Activity (15 minutes) 

Session 2 - Personality Styles as a Primary Communication Filter

Personality styles are the way we communicate with others and how others communicate with us. This session contains an overview of the degrees of assertiveness and responsiveness in communication, we determine your personality style and identify the personality style of others, and you will learn to adapt your communication style to the communication styles of others.

Virtual Session (30 minutes) + Online Journal (15 minutes) + Activity (15 minutes) 

Session 3 - Avoiding Communication Pitfalls

With communication comes miscommunication. Miscommunications have serious consequences. They can tarnish your reputation, upset clients, team members, or even lead to lost revenue. Effective team communication can transform your organization in so many ways! And yet, many employees are not happy with the way their teams communicate. In this session, we address the critical mistakes we make when communicating and best practices for avoiding these mistakes.

Virtual Session (30 minutes) + Online Journal (15 minutes) + Activity (15 minutes) 

Session 4 - Listening Skills

Listening may seem simple. However, more and more team leaders and companies are taking it on as a great skill and are reaping the rewards. The direct act of listening enriches workplace relationships, improves team productivity, and enhances your mood. While conflict from communication is inevitable, active listening changes misunderstandings into positive action. In this session, we learn approaches, tools, and techniques to enhance your active listening skills and minimize conflict.

Virtual Session (30 minutes) + Online Journal (15 minutes) + Activity (15 minutes) 

Session 5 - Challenging Conversations

From delivering performance reviews to saying no to new projects or extra work, difficult conversations are part of life. The ability to tackle tough issues with tact and respect is an essential skill for any professional. By cultivating a culture of trust and openness and fostering healthy communication practices, you can successfully navigate difficult topics and help your team thrive. In this session, we provide you with proven approaches to address communication challenges. Topics include the power of “I” statements, methods to de-escalate emotions, manage extreme anger, manage hidden emotions, giving and receiving negative feedback.

Virtual Session (30 minutes) + Online Journal (15 minutes) + Activity (15 minutes) 

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Leader Behaviors

This course strengthens your skills in the following leader behaviors:

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Frequently asked questions

How does effective communication in the workplace benefit teams?

Effective communication improves collaboration, clarity, and trust within teams, minimizing misunderstandings and boosting overall performance.

What will I learn in this communication training for leaders?

You’ll learn how to adapt communication styles, provide clear feedback, and engage in active listening to build high-performing, connected teams.

Are communication training courses offered online?

Yes, our communication training courses are available online and include interactive activities, case studies, and actionable tools for leaders.

Do I receive a certificate after completing the course?

Yes, upon completion, you’ll receive a certificate validating your communication and team leadership skills.

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