Talk So Teams Will Listen Workshop
This interactive workshop applies the timeless communication principles from a classic parenting book to workplace leadership. As Simon Sinek puts it: "Leadership is like good parenting." Participants learn four core skills that build trust and connection: acknowledging feelings, drawing out with questions, engaging cooperation, and creating safety for mistakes.
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What You'll Achieve with the Talk So Teams Will Listen Workshop
Real outcomes that transform your team
Participants will recognize and change their default communication patterns.
They will learn to build trust and engagement through effective conversation.
When to Use the Talk So Teams Will Listen Workshop
Perfect for these situations and team challenges
A team leader wants to improve trust and communication within their team.
An HR professional seeks to enhance employee engagement through better dialogue.
How the Talk So Teams Will Listen Workshop Works
A step-by-step breakdown of the workshop process
1Step 1: The Parenting Book That CEOs Read
Participants are introduced to the concept that effective leadership parallels parenting, with a focus on listening and validating feelings.
2Step 2: Our Default Responses
This step helps participants identify their automatic communication responses when confronted with problems or emotions, fostering awareness of ineffective patterns.
3Step 3: The Four Connection Skills
The workshop introduces four core skills that enhance communication: acknowledging feelings, drawing out with questions, engaging cooperation, and creating safety for mistakes.
4Step 4: Reframe Practice
Participants practice transforming typical responses into connection-building alternatives to develop new communication habits.
Key Topics Covered in the Talk So Teams Will Listen Workshop
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