Communication Diversity: Understanding it, Engaging in it with Confidence, and Leading with it for Successful Outcomes | Sessions

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Communication Diversity: Understanding it, Engaging in it with Confidence, and Leading with it for Successful Outcomes
Wednesday 06/26/2024 07:30 AM - 08:30 AM   Add to calendar

Competencies: Interpersonal (Behavioral), Leadership (Behavioral) | Intended Audience: Mid-Level, Senior-Level
Workplace Application:
Attendees of this session will be better able to understand the components and importance of effective communication and diversity of communication, build awareness of cultural influences on workplace communication, and learn strategies to build awareness and enhance leadership communication skills for impactful outcomes with diverse stakeholders. 

Effective communication is the crucial foundation for strong relationships, career growth, and organizational success. Alongside effective communication in the workplace, diversity in the workplace has proven to lead organizations to greater success. Despite increased efforts for hiring and supporting a diverse workforce, organizations often overlook training in diverse communication practices. This session helps attendees assess their individual and workplace communication practices, appreciate cultural influences, and develop executive skills for engaging diverse stakeholders, fostering impactful outcomes.

Learning Objectives:

  • Describe how effective communication is imperative for success in a diversely evolving environment.
  • Classify components of and types of effective workplace communication.
  • Describe the role of cultural influences on communication.
  • List at least two strategies for more impactful active listening.
  • List at least one strategy for improved leadership communication with diverse stakeholders.
Sonia  Sethi-Kohli Photo
Presenter:
Sonia Sethi-Kohli, Founder-CEO, Communication Success Coach & Diversity Consultant,
The Global Speech