This program has been canceled.

Plans are being made to reschedule this program to be a part of the annual state Convention November 8-11, 2016.  More soon!


 

High Impact Communication Skills

This session will focus on understanding how to effectively communicate your message and value to your clients and the world. Topics to be covered include:
  • Barriers to effective communication
  • Getting your message across
  • Choosing the best communication channel
  • Establishing standards of responsiveness
  • Active listening
  • Communicating across styles
  • Communicating persuasively and confidently
  • What you should know about social media

Date, Time, Location

Wednesday, April 20, 2016 8:00 am – 12:00 noon Ewald Conference Center 1000 Westgate Drive St. Paul, MN  55114

Cost

Includes handout and continental breakfast AIA members $100 NonMembers $150

Continuing education

3.75 LU Hours

Learning objectives

  1. Identify barriers to effective communication
  2. Identify your personal communication style
  3. Utilize active listening skills
  4. Communicate persuasively, emphasizing the architect’s value-added

Instructor

Dr. Louellen Essex is an organization learning and development consultant specializing in leadership, communication, team building and conflict resolution. She is a Fellow of the University of Minnesota, Carlson School of Management’s Executive Development Center and an adjunct faculty member at the University of St. Thomas in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She is a recipient of an American Society for Training and Development Professional Excellence Award for her work in management development. She has co-authored 3 books on leadership and multiple journal/website articles. In 2010, Mayo Clinic honored her work by designating the Essex Conference Room in the Mayo Graduate School

Questions?

Contact Deanna Christiansen, Continuing Education Director