Communication Styles

In all areas of life, the seamless and easy communication we enjoy with some contrasts starkly with the challenges we face when interacting with others, regardless of how hard we try. These challenges often stem from the different dynamics between the communication styles used.

In this interactive session you’ll uncover your personal style’s nuances and its impact on your interactions. Armed with this insight, you’ll explore strategies to bridge the gaps in style when communicating with stakeholders and colleagues to develop productive relationships that are based on mutual understanding and respect.

• Four styles of communication based on scales of assertiveness and responsiveness
• Deep dive into common characteristics of each of the four styles
• How to communicate with maximum impact with each of the four styles
• Recognize how our own preferred styles may impact others
• The importance of avoiding assumptions about each style

• Identify the drivers and key characteristics of four communication styles. 
• Recognise how your own style impacts your communication.
• Respond with maximum impact to other people’s communication style in the moment.
• Adjust your communication strategy to better connect with and influence people who have different styles

• Four styles of communication based on scales of assertiveness and responsiveness
• Deep dive into common characteristics of each of the four styles
• How to communicate with maximum impact with each of the four styles
• Recognise how our own preferred styles may impact others
• The importance of avoiding assumptions about each style