Themes: Persuasion, influence, communication, negotiation
Ready to harness the power of persuasion and grow your ability to persuade with integrity?
Persuasion is a holy grail workplace skill; it helps us communicate more productively, negotiate more effectively, and drive decisions forwards. But that’s not all: when done well, persuasion also helps you build trust and deepen relationships, driving up your long-term influence.
In this fascinating, fast-paced, and highly practical workshop, communication expert Lauren Sergy will teach you persuasive techniques from the worlds of rhetoric, negotiation, and communication. With a focus on practical application and ethical, relationship-building techniques, you will:
- Learn how to accurately analyze a group’s needs and perceptions so you can properly tailor your persuasive strategy
- Develop goal-driven conversation plans to keep your discussions on-topic and productive
- Understand how to position your arguments or points to increase receptivity
- Discover specific communication techniques to direct and manage a conversation
