Target Audience: All citizens participating in the 21st Century Citizenship Program.
Module Duration: 75 minutes
Learning Objectives:
Understand the importance of effective communication in the workplace.
Develop strong verbal, written, and nonverbal communication skills.
Explore different leadership styles and their applications.
Cultivate teamwork and collaboration skills for achieving shared goals.
Practice conflict resolution and problem-solving strategies in a professional context.
10 minutes
Communication Breakdown: Begins with a humorous or relatable scenario illustrating the consequences of poor communication in the workplace to highlight its importance.
Program Overview: An outline of the learning objectives and emphasize the value of strong communication and leadership skills in the modern workplace.
20 minutes
Verbal Communication: Open discussion about the elements of effective verbal communication, including:
Active Listening: Paying attention, asking clarifying questions, and reflecting understanding.
Clear Articulation: Speaking clearly, concisely, and using appropriate language.
Nonverbal Communication: Understanding and utilizing body language, tone of voice, and eye contact.
Constructive Feedback: Providing and receiving feedback effectively.
Written Communication: An exploration of professional writing skills for various workplace contexts:
Emails: Crafting clear, concise, and professional emails.
Reports and Presentations: Organizing information and presenting it in a clear and engaging manner.
Meeting Minutes and Documentation: Accurately recording and communicating key information.
20 minutes
Leadership Defined: Overview discussion about different definitions of leadership and its importance in the workplace.
Leadership Styles: Explores various leadership styles, such as:
Transformational Leadership: Inspiring and motivating teams to achieve shared goals.
Servant Leadership: Prioritizing the needs of team members and empowering them to succeed.
Democratic Leadership: Encouraging participation and collaboration in decision-making.
Situational Leadership: Adapting leadership style to different situations and individuals.
Leadership Qualities: Identifies essential leadership qualities, including communication, integrity, empathy, accountability, and vision.
15 minutes
Team Dynamics: Open dialogue about the stages of team development and the roles and responsibilities within a team.
Effective Collaboration: Explores strategies for effective teamwork, including communication, conflict resolution, and shared decision-making.
Building Trust and Respect: Emphasis placed on the importance of building trust and mutual respect within a team to foster collaboration and achieve shared goals.
10 minutes
Identifying Conflict: Recognize common sources of conflict in the workplace and understand different conflict styles.
Conflict Resolution Strategies: Discuss strategies for resolving conflict constructively, including active listening, negotiation, and finding common ground.
Problem-Solving Techniques: Apply problem-solving techniques, such as brainstorming, root cause analysis, and decision-making frameworks, to address workplace challenges.
Communication Skills Exercises: Group activities that focus on active listening, clear communication, and providing constructive feedback.
Leadership Role-Playing: Participants engaged in role-playing scenarios to practice different leadership styles and communication techniques.
Teamwork Challenges: Group activities that require collaboration, communication, and problem-solving to achieve a common goal.
Guest Speakers: Experienced leaders or communication professionals invted to share their insights and best practices.
Workplace Communication and Leadership equips citizens with the communication and leadership skills necessary to thrive in collaborative work environments. By fostering effective communication, teamwork, and a strong understanding of leadership principles, this subejct empowers citizens to contribute positively to their workplaces, build strong relationships with colleagues, and achieve shared goals.