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Duration 7 hours
Course Outline
Sensitivity in the Professional Environment
- Defining sensitivity and respect within professional contexts.
- The influence of word choice, tone, and body language.
- Raising awareness of cultural, personal, and social variations.
Identifying and Managing Unconscious Bias
- How biases develop and affect decision-making processes.
- Illustrations of microaggressions and unintentional offenses.
- Actionable strategies to minimize bias and enhance fairness.
Empathy and Emotional Intelligence
- Comprehending the perspectives and emotions of others.
- Practicing active listening and compassionate communication.
- Leveraging empathy to bolster trust and teamwork.
Navigating Sensitive Scenarios
- Addressing conflict or offense with constructive responses.
- Persisting in professionalism even under pressure.
- Transforming challenging conversations into learning opportunities.
Fostering an Inclusive Culture
- Championing respect, openness, and collective responsibility.
- Encouraging inclusive behaviors in everyday interactions.
- The role of leadership in exemplifying sensitivity.
Practical Implementation and Reflection
- Scenario-based exercises focusing on sensitive workplace situations.
- Group reflections and sharing of insights.
- Developing a personal action plan to integrate sensitivity principles.
Conclusions and Future Actions
- A recap of core concepts and best practices.
- Committing to ongoing awareness and respectful conduct.
- Strategies for sustaining long-term inclusivity in the workplace.
Requirements
- Professional experience in team-based or customer-facing roles.
- A willingness to engage in self-reflection and group discussions.
- No previous training in diversity or inclusion is required.
Target Audience
- Employees and team leads committed to fostering respect and inclusion in their daily work.
- Managers seeking to enhance awareness and empathy within their teams.
- Organizations dedicated to reinforcing a culture of sensitivity and mutual understanding.
Testimonials (2)
We have to have the right strategies to communicate better and this training has given us that.
Louella Macasaet - Agile Marketing Consultancy
Course - Effective Communication in the Workplace
Meeting efficiency is something that's fairly "basic", but not thought about a lot and with really large implications on people/company time. Understanding these best practices and keeping them top-of-mind will be of immediate help.
