This two-hour lab helps you practice what you learned in the Courageous Conversations course. You will work with others in a safe, supportive space to try new strategies during tough conversations.

In this session, you will practice having brave conversations. You’ll use real-life examples to help you. You’ll reflect on your reactions. You’ll also learn easy ways to stay calm, listen well, and speak clearly, even about difficult topics.

You will learn to:

• Practice starting and responding in brave conversations

• Reflect on your feelings and reactions in demanding moments

• Learn from your peers and hear different strategies for handling challenges

• Take away useful phrases and tips to use at work

You will benefit by:

• Feeling more ready to speak up in meaningful conversations

• Learning how to stay respectful and focused, even when it’s hard

• Building stronger, more honest relationships with others

Audience: 

Any U-M faculty or staff member who has completed Courageous Conversations and would like to continue to improve their communication skills

Program Notes:

Prerequisite: To ensure a comprehensive learning experience, participants should complete the Courageous Conversations course before attending the Learning in Action Lab. The Learning in Action Lab builds upon foundational information covered during the initial session. You will be asked to register for a Courageous Conversations course date before selecting a date for the learning lab.