Sessions

Concurrent Session
Effectively Managing Difficult Conversations
Lafite Boardroom 8 on Tues Margaux 2 on Wed
Tuesday 09/30/2014 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM Add to calendar
Wednesday 10/01/2014 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM Add to calendar
1.50 HR Credit | Competencies: Relationship Management

Learn step-by-step techniques that demonstrate practical solutions for difficult interactions with clients, supervisors, supervisees, spouses, etc. Learn how to control anger and emotions, be assertive, and effectively defuse conflict through a variety of approaches that really work.

This session will help you:

 Identify the difference between passive, aggressive and assertive communication.

• Discover techniques for defusing difficult situations, both professionally and personally.

• Identify various types of communication techniques and the appropriate situations in which to use them.

Jody Janati Photo
Presenter:
Jody Janati, college lecturer,
University of Minnesota