Knowing how to share ideas, understand others, and provide thoughtful feedback are essential skills in today’s workplace. But with all the communication methods we’re juggling today, workplace interactions can become fragmented or routine and feel overwhelming.
When we communicate better, we understand each other better. When we understand each other better, we work better together. And when we work better together, we achieve better results. Along the way, we grow our relationships and build trust in our organizations.
From verbal to nonverbal to written communication skills, everyone has their strengths and areas needing improvement. FranklinCovey’s principle-backed content, expert consultants, and innovative technology offer each individual the resources they need to make more of every interaction in the workplace.
When individuals strengthen these essential interpersonal skills, they build a foundation for effective teamwork.
Writes in a clear, concise, and powerful way.
Listens attentively to other people’s input and concerns.
Communicates effectively in public settings.
Promptly initiates and navigates difficult conversations.
Drives effective 1-on-1 conversations with manager.
Provides actionable, timely, and specific feedback to collaborators.
Transparently tracks personal performance against goals.
Accepts responsibility for their commitments.
Advocates for the support needed to do an effective job.
Use this guide to prepare for meetings and make them more productive.
Lasting behavior change comes from the inside out. Who people are, and how they view the world, impacts how they engage and lead others. Our Impact Journeys combine our exclusive content, expert consultants, and powerful technology to help people change both their mindset and their behavior.
Explore a sample Impact Journey excerpt below.
Collaborating to Improve Outcomes
The path to sustained and lasting success is possible when individuals can effectively lead themselves, influence, engage and collaborate with others, and continually improve and renew their capabilities.
Timing: 2-3 days
What can managers learn from improv comedians, who make up sketches on the spot? More than you might think.
Timing: 5 min
Synergy is the best way to solve problems, make decisions, negotiate solutions, and create innovation because it builds off the ideas and actions of multiple people.
Timing: 15 min
Build trust with your team and improve business results. Find out how to resolve conflicts, empower others, improve business relationships, and increase your speed to market all at the same time!
Timing: 30-60 min
To truly connect with another person, you must pay attention and be physically present. Connecting with others is vital to personal productivity.
Timing: 15 min