Communicate Effectively Using the 6D Approach - 8th Run

Trainer: Koh Thong Joo

How does one organise his/her thoughts so that he/she can communicate more effectively and persuasively?

Good communicators are able to organise their ideas, speak concisely and connect with their audience. This workshop is designed to provide a structured approach and techniques for organising and presenting your ideas.

During the workshop, participants will:

• Learn techniques to communicate effectively using the six-directions approach
• Acquire skills to communicate concisely and persuasively
• Practise active listening skills and learn how to connect with the audience to understand their needs
• Learn to turn tough conversations into a constructive discussion

The workshop is designed to deliver maximum result through experiential learning, fun and inspiring activities, case studies, role-play, videos, group discussions, self-reflection and translation into action plan that can be applied immediately at work.

Key Topics

Communicating Effectively Using the 6D Approach

• Avoiding 5 common mistakes of communication
• Learn the six-directions (6D) approach to communicate more effectively

Planning Your Communication so that People will Listen

• Apply an effective technique to organise your thoughts succinctly
• Position your message to attract your audience’s attention

Building Rapport and Getting Buy-In

• Use NLP techniques to build rapport and move your agenda forward
• Learn practical tips to project confidence and build trust when you speak

Understanding the Power of Listening and Audience-Centric Approach

• Practise active communication using ACES
• Adopt an audience-centric approach by asking insightful questions

Using Images to Create Memorable Conversations

• Adopt figurative language to increase the impact of your communication
• Use verbal bridges to lead the conversation to your goal

Redirecting Tough Conversations Professionally

• Apply techniques to tactfully redirect a tough conversation
• Discover ways to turn disagreements into a constructive conversation

Who Should Attend

Anyone who wants to learn how to communicate effectively and persuasively