Let’s face it: When it comes to communicating with others, there’s always room for growth! If you’re eager to make stronger connections and clarify your perspective, join UCOP Learning and Development for upcoming communications classes.

Select each course name to register; listings reflect Pacific Time. All classes are virtual unless otherwise specified.

Reflective Listening
July 18, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Reflective listening is key to better communication and better workplace performance. When you help fulfill colleagues’ fundamental need to feel heard and understood, you can more easily resolve or avert problems while building trust and psychological safety. Whether you’re a leader or a team member, this is an essential workplace skill to learn and practice.

Get to the Point
Aug. 6, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
In this two-part writing workshop, you’ll learn how to get your point across clearly and concisely through practical tips and tools you can use immediately. We’ll cover meeting the needs of today’s busy readers; using clear and professional language; editing for brevity, clarity and correctness; writing powerful openings and closings; and formatting material for easy reading. The result: increased clarity, response and action from your readers.

Psychological Safety
Aug. 13, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Research shows that a culture of psychological safety is the top determinant of team success. But what is psychological safety, and what power do we have to influence the working conditions of our teams? Join us in this workshop designed for managers as we explore psychological safety and the benefits of incorporating it into your team culture.

Connections in a Hybrid World
Aug. 19, 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Today, more than ever, it is important to be strategic about connecting with others, building relationships and expanding your network. Join us for this interactive workshop to explore the current realities of working in a hybrid environment and discuss tangible actions you can take to build authentic relationships in the workplace. The session will highlight the importance of emotional intelligence in building your social capital to leverage connections and accomplish more at work.

On-demand communications training

Explore building communication skills at your own pace through LinkedIn Learning (here’s how to get started). Check out the UCOP Communication collection for courses and videos recommended by the professional Learning and Development team.

For questions on the above classes, contact ucopld@ucop.edu.

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