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Course Outline
1. Introduction to Communication Topics
- the communication process and its stages
- the importance of verbal and non-verbal communication
- techniques and tools for effective communication
- direct communication vs. communication via media: telephone, email, instant messaging
2. Principles of Effective Communication as a Key Element in Successful Organizational Interactions
- self-analysis of one's own communication style
- errors in communication, their correction and avoidance
- communication barriers
- stages of establishing interpersonal contact
3. Conducting Effective Conversations
- shaping one's own image as a sender and receiver of messages
- assertive responses to objections, criticism, and praise
- identifying and navigating communication barriers, active listening as a tool for effective communication, recognizing and dealing with factors that disrupt listening and understanding
- the art of asking questions
- psychological mechanisms and techniques of influencing others
4. Intercultural Aspects of Communication
- basics of proxemics – distance in communication
- formulating messages in intercultural contacts
- self-expression vs. intercultural perception
- culturally interpreting messages
- cultural attitudes in daily communication and negotiations
- decision-making in a cultural context
5. Basic Principles of Intercultural Communication
- relationship-oriented cultures
- rule-oriented cultures
- partner-oriented and transaction-oriented cultures
- ceremonial and non-ceremonial cultures
- monochronic and polychronic cultures
- Does 'a' always mean 'a'? Hidden assumptions and unspoken expectations in communication with representatives of specific cultures
6. 'Client Instruction Manual' – what to do, what to avoid, and total 'faux pas'
- Cultures of Western Europe (Germany, France, Italy)
- Cultures of former USSR countries
- American culture
7. Summary
Requirements
The course is general in nature, and participation does not require specialized knowledge.
14 Hours
Testimonials (1)
examples from trainer's daily life like some stories, anectodes and jokes