Communication Skills

Persuasive Communication

Master quick decision-making and persuasive communication in high-stake conversations with this one-day course. Learn techniques for building rapport, authentic negotiation, active listening and handling tough conversations through live scenarios.

Course Fee $1,540
Duration 1 day, 8 hours
Persuasive Communication (10 March 2025)
Kensington

Mar 10, 2025 - Mar 10, 2025

$1,540
Sessions
DateTime
10 March 20259:00 AM - 5:00 PM AEDT

Persuasive Communication

Overview

Sometimes we need to make fast decisions in the workplace, so being able to think on your feet and use persuasive communication is a dynamic career skill. 

In this unique one-day communication course, you’ll learn practical techniques to build rapport, negotiate with authenticity, and plan for challenging conversations. 

Our world class NIDA tutors will teach you the same skills used by performers to explore new communication tactics. Through live scenarios, you’ll use active watching and listening to uncover the potential in every conversation, discover how your authentic style can be your strength. 

OTHER CLASSES
Thu 20 Mar 2025
NIDA Melbourne, Southbank
9:00am – 5:00pm AEDT
$1,540
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We can deliver this course in-house at your organisation or tailor this course for your teams needs.

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Course Components

  • Identify physical, vocal and imaginative techniques to help you remain clear and focused.
  • Develop non-verbal communication, and discover how active listening can help match your communication to your audience.
  • Examine the notion of status and how it can be used to empower others
  • Explore  clear objectives for yourself in your various work-related scenarios.
  • Plan different approaches and techniques and participate in extended improvised scenes.

Outcomes

  • Understand and develop your authentic communication style.
  • Demonstrate confidence and expertise in communication.
  • Practise planning effectively for high-stakes communication.
  • Display collaborative communication techniques.
  • Build your skill set to respond skilfully ‘in the moment’.

Frequently Asked Questions

Come prepared with a challenging communication scenario in mind, which is current and pertinent to your work.

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