Y.M.B.A. Group: Interpersonal Skills​

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​Current Class Dates Posted To October 31, 2020. November dates will post August 15. ​
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Public Speaking
Are you ready to be heard? Speaking with confidence gives a confident, clear concept to the listener. If you sound unsure of your idea, will the listener be sure? Effective communication is helpful at work and in life. Methods for skill-building are discussed and practiced.
August 11, September 8, October 6, October 17, October 29
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Conflict Resolution
Avoiding conflict is nice, but is it realistic? Conflict may simply be a difference of opinion and may include a calm discussion, but there is an impasse to overcome. Apply techniques to remain tactful in a conversation to avoid a potential conflict and to work toward a solution.
August 4, August 17, September 14, September 29, October 27
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​Effective Ideas
You have great ideas, but if you can't find the words how will others know of them? Effectively selecting words and phrases to share complex, multi-step suggestions enables the person you are speaking with to understand and reply. Students discuss audience types and useful adjustments for delivery.
August 8, September 5, September 18, October 3, October 30
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Negotiation Strategy
Learn negotiation techniques to foster relationships and achieve your goals. Daily life and a job both present discussions, contracts, agreements, and making plans. Respectful negotiation methods allow for an exchange of ideas that can increasingly end in your favor with skilled negotiation.
August 6, August 21, September 18, October 29 ​
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Active Discussions
Fully participating in a discussion will create an atmosphere of collaboration and team building. What can you do to be an active participant? Verbal and non-verbal communication methods within a professional framework are explored with student practice and application.
September 1, September 24, October 24
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Professional Writing
A positive tone with professional terminology can gain attention. Students evaluate the benefit of placing an emphasis on the intent of the communication with the application of meaningful action phrases. Students compare and contrast writing samples for tone, friendliness, and readability.
August 24, September 12, September 21, October 10
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Team Collaboration
We will explore the benefits of remaining open for new ideas while in a group. During class discussion ideas are generated while working toward the formation of a team solution. Each team member being adaptable to consider changing plans and ideas benefits the team result overall.
August 4, September 11, September 29, October 27
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Mindful Listening
Show interest in formal and informal engagements with focused listening. Calming outside activity and skills to quiet distractions allow you to give your full attention to a person or a project. Listen without a judgment, open brainstorm to promote cooperation.
August 10, October 5, October 19