What you will learn
- Gain practical application of workplace conversation techniques through the lens of unscripted roundtable discussions with a diverse group of leaders.
- Learn key elements of a story including defining, ethos, examples, lists, anecdotes, hypotheticals, illustrations, humor and images.
- Acquire the tools necessary to rally the support of teammates, especially those who don’t report directly to you, for new initiatives or projects.
- Practice applicable basics of voice and physicality such as how to warm up prior to public speaking, practicing breath, vocal and physical variety at networking events.
- Be prepared for a variety of interactions with colleagues, clients, partners and leaders.
- Ways to use storytelling in day-to-day office environments via powerpoint presentations, team meetings and how to get stories out of others.
- With a deeper understanding of and confidence in yourself, you will be able to speak up more in meetings, share your unique ideas, and act with integrity in challenging situations.
Program Overview
Expert instruction
2 skill-building courses
Self-paced
Progress at your own speed
2 months
3 - 5 hours per week
$258
USD
For the full program experience
Courses in this program
DavidsonX's The Authentic Human in the Global Workplace Professional Certificate
- Applied Storytelling
- Just Be Yourself: The Art of Acting in the Workplace
- Job Outlook
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