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Effective and Purposeful Communication

Influential Communication

Leaders who can speak clearly and persuasively in any scenario have a significant professional advantage. Whether you have a natural knack for speaking or prefer email conversations, our program will develop and strengthen your communication skills.

Knowing how to communicate effectively is invaluable in every industry. Have you frozen when asked for your perspective mid-meeting or in an out-of-the-blue conversation with a colleague at your desk? Individuals who are able to effectively communicate in speak-on-the-fly scenarios have a significant competitive advantage in the marketplace. These skills can be learned and applied immediately. Strengthen your communication skills and improve your ability to speak confidently, clearly, and effectively with the Influential Communication program.

Benefits

  • Small Class Size
  • Collaborative Learning Environment
  • Real World Experiences

Sessions are held on the downtown Minneapolis campus. All professionals welcome!

Contact

Abbey Welle

Program Manager
Phone Number
(651) 962-4616
Student at Opus College of Business commencement ceremony. 

Is This Program Right For You?

Regardless of your level within the organization, influential communication skills can help you clearly convey your ideas. Developing the ability to speak on the spot can be a game-changer in your current role or as you prepare for a new job.

Common program participant job titles include:

  • Operations Manager 
  • Office Manager 
  • General Manager 
  • Sales Professional 
  • Marketing Director 
  • Marketing Manager
  • Director of Finance
  • Project Manager
  • Human Resources Partner
  • Program Manager
  • Executive Director
  • Account Executive
  • Sr. Engineer 
  • Customer Service Manager
  • Brand Manager 
  • Project Manager 
  • Business Consultant 
  • Business Analyst 
  • Management Analyst 
  • Entrepreneurs and business owners

Benefits of the Program

Plenty of Practice.

Spend the day practicing various communication concepts to build confidence in all forms of conversation. Study the concepts in theory and apply them in-class with your peers.

Influence Colleagues, Supervisors and Clients.

Learn to present your ideas in a clear and concise manner and gain the trust of those around you.

Tools to Aid in Everyday Situations.

Use the tools you learn in class to speak confidently without notice, lead a high-level meeting, and manage conflict. The goal is to prepare participants with the skills and strategies to influence and strengthen your team.

Situational Awareness

Participants will study the art of situational awareness, learning how to communicate in a variety of situations and scenarios. Learn to navigate difficult conversations, heated arguments, and tough conversations with confidence.

A Network of Professional Peers

This program encourages in-class conversation and relationship building to grow your network of professional counterparts.

Own your style

Every person has their own communication style, learn how you best converse and explore ways to hone your unique voice.

Scott Nelson, program instructor and senior partner, Clarity Central talks about the Influential Communication Program and how it impacts participants.

Program Overview

Between email, meetings and office conversations, we all have various impromptu situations requiring a clear message. Individuals who are able to effectively speak on the spot will be at a significant competitive advantage in the marketplace. Take the steps to improve your ability.

Curriculum

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Organize your ideas to deliver your message clearly
  • Master the art of persuasion in the work place
  • Communicate without compromising your authentic style
  • Present an idea, product, or service convincingly
  • Explain technical information simply and passionately
  • Use facts, statistics, examples, and stories to support your point
  • Speak confidently in a variety of situations

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St. Thomas Executive Education programs give you cutting-edge, practical knowledge and real-world skills you can apply at work the very next day. Gain the tools and techniques to be a more effective, strategic leader.
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