Do you avoid tough conversations because they feel uncomfortable? You’re not alone. Join Courageous Conversations on Tuesday, Dec. 1, where you'll learn how to have important and sometimes uncomfortable conversations.
During the course, you will explore:
- The basics of how we communicate
- Why courageous conversations are important
- The key ideas behind courageous conversations
- Helpful tips and guidelines to make these conversations successful
You will learn to:
- Discover how communication works
- Identify how relationships can affect the way we talk to each other
- Explain the main ideas behind courageous conversations
- Define specific ways to start and hold a courageous conversation
You will benefit by:
- Improving your communication skills with others
- Gaining more confidence when talking about tough topics
- Building stronger relationships through meaningful conversations
Audience:
Open to any U-M faculty or staff member who would like to develop their communication skills.
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- Thu 2/4/27 10:00 am to 12:00 pm (Registration Deadline: Thu 1/28/27)
