Building Open Communication
Learn frameworks for speaking up confidently, inviting others' input effectively, and creating team norms that encourage everyone to share concerns, ideas, and questions openly.
✓ Created by former KPMG & McKinsey consultants
What You'll Achieve with the Building Open Communication Workshop
Real outcomes that transform your team
Participants learn to identify barriers to open communication
Ability to apply practical techniques for sharing feedback
Enhanced skills in inviting others to speak up
When to Use the Building Open Communication Workshop
Perfect for these situations and team challenges
When team members struggle to voice their opinions during meetings
To improve feedback mechanisms within a team
How the Building Open Communication Workshop Works
A step-by-step breakdown of the workshop process
1Opening & Discovery
Participants are welcomed and introduced to the workshop objectives, followed by an activity to identify barriers to speaking up through the 'Silence Audit'.
2Understanding Open Communication
A mini-teach segment defines open communication and its distinction from unproductive communication, emphasizing the importance of psychological safety.
3Speaking Up Skills
Participants learn the Speaking Up Framework that includes checking intent, choosing the right moments, framing concerns constructively, being specific, and staying open to dialogue.
4Inviting Others to Speak Up
This segment focuses on how to create space for others’ voices by asking genuine questions, allowing thinking time, seeking specific contributions, and acknowledging input positively.
Key Topics Covered in the Building Open Communication Workshop
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