How we think feel and behave is how we communicate.  Communication begins with an intention, a thought, a feeling. It’s extension of our personality, reflecting our confidence, mood and values. 

Leaders can become powerful communicators and collaborators when they begin to observe, reflect and modify their behaviour to influence a situation. When they appreciate diversity in thinking and are willing to share new ideas. When they demonstrate confidence and clarity in making courageous decisions and when they listen objectively, wholeheartedly and authentically.

Learning to use the voice effectively gets people to listen and engage and helps deliver a strong and powerful message from the heart.

Programme Description

This 2 day workshop is designed to encourage compelling, motivating and meaningful dialogue through the 8 basic building blocks of powerful communication and collaboration including: Perception, Intention, empathy, energy, mood, language, listening and voice quality.

Using Tools and methodology based on sensory learning including:

• Mark Rittenberg’s Active Communication principles - A theatre based training intervention used for Leadership training at Berkley University
  
• Adam Sieler’s Ontological Coaching – Integrating Language, Emotion and Physiology
  
• Daniel Goleman’s Emotional Intelligence – Awareness of self and others to develop Empathy and active listening skills
  
• Somatic Principles – To develop sensory awareness and to enhance vocal quality

Learning Outcomes

• How perception influences communication and the barriers to effective communication
• The definition of self-awareness and the importance of emotional resilience in becoming effective at communication.
• The significance of Empathy and developing Wholehearted Listening versus powerful speaking for meaningful dialogue.
• How to inject energy and enthusiasm to engage an audience.
• How to respond better from the “heart centre” versus reacting on impulse through the reptilian brain.
• How to choose the right “mood” to create powerful conversations.
• How to integrate breath, emotion and sound to improve voice quality.
• The significance of flexible behaviour for powerful communication.