Managing Difficult Conversations

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Course Code: SSBS156 Course Data Sheet Course Duration 1 days Start & End Time 9:30 am- 4:30 pm

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Course Information

Everyone needs to conduct difficult conversations at some time or another. Although difficult conversations cannot be avoided, they can be successfully managed to achieve the most positive outcomes. Communicating difficult subject matter can be an emotionally charged event. Understandably, many people would do anything to avoid that situation, yet avoiding difficult conversations or mishandling hem can result in negative consequences. This course is designed to help attendees plan for and approach difficult conversations with confidence so they can achieve the most positive outcomes. The training methods employed will centre on developing a highly interactive environment where participants will learn through a combination of short presentations, interactive discussion, and role-play.

On completion of this course attendees will be equipped with the tools necessary to effectively manage difficult conversations.

  • Choosing to have the difficult conversation
  • Toolkit for successful conversations:  Listening, questioning, probing, speaking persuasively
  • Emotional intelligence:  Understanding your response and when emotional hijacking occurs
  • Recognising your default mode under stress and your preferred conflict style
  • Examining your beliefs and self-fulfilling tendencies
  • Framework for difficult conversations
  • Role play:  Preparing for and practicing different types of difficult conversations

There are no prerequisites for this course.

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