Effective communication is paramount for leaders, encompassing the ability to set boundaries while nurturing relationships. Leaders must skillfully secure the space needed to accomplish their objectives, fostering an environment that allows them to pursue their goals. Additionally, adept communication contributes to enhanced safety and well-being, particularly in high-stress situations, enabling leaders to navigate challenges with resilience and poise.
Contents
  • Status communication: basics and application
  • Status strategies in communication
  • The challenging boss
  • Challenging meeting and conversation phases
  • Dealing with unfair, confrontational, and challenging situations
  • Special consideration: introversion/extroversion
  • Individual 1:1 coaching slot

Dr Sylvia Löhken is a highly in-demand coach and speaker who specialises in academic and personality-oriented communication. Sylvia’s own research focuses on introverts and extroverts, and her books on the topic are available in more than 30 languages. Sylvia holds a PhD in linguistics and communication, and is a certified coach. She works with many of Europe's leading companies and top-research institutions and is often featured in leading media.
Didactic Aims
  • More safety in power struggle settings, confrontational situations, or in situations in which a supportive attitude and logic are not enough to succeed
  • Ability to set boundaries while maintaining relationships
  • Access to communication strategies to choose from when things are at stake
  • A model to apply then it really counts
Didactic Elements
  • Theoretical input
  • Group work
  • Individual reflection
  • Focus: individual cases and concerns (poll before workshop)
  • Confidential 1:1 coaching slot after the plenary
Target Group
Management Staff
Doctoral Researchers
Postdocs & Senior Scientists
Administrative Staff
Science Managers
Required Prior Knowledge
None
Complementary Courses/Learning Resources
Are you an introvert or an extrovert?
https://www.intros-extros.com/en/introverts-extroverts/online-test
Organisational Info
Date:
  • 05.12., 9:00 - 13:00(On-site: KUBUS, hall 1AB)
  • 06.12., 9:00 - 13:00 (On-site: Building 1.0, VTS)
  • 12.12. & 13.12., 9:00 - 13:00 (Online)

Course Duration in Days: 2
Location: UFZ Leipzig: Hall 1 AB, KUBUS/ Building 1.0, room 254)
Course Language: English
Registration Deadline: 05.11.2024
Cancellation Deadline: 14.11.2024

Focus on scientific exchange: No

Need help? Contact: janine.hirschheydt@ufz.de / +49 341 235 - 482451

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