Getting buy-in and commitment from people with more authority is a crucial skill for your career success. This interactive webinar features “power techniques” for planning and conducting both routine and difficult conversations, including when escalation is required. You will learn and practice how to craft messages that are assertive, tactful, and convincing.
Key topics will include:
- Having a clear focus
- Avoiding common pitfalls
- Adapting a powerful mindset
- Framing your message persuasively
- Crafting assertive and tactful messages with impact
- Applying strategies and tips for successful escalation
- Complimentary tools:
- Article: “Gaining Accountability from Others”
- Summary sheet: Key concepts and “power tools” featured in the webinar
- Template: For one of the techniques
Dr. Gail Levitt, President of Levitt Communications Inc., is an accomplished facilitator, coach, and author based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Gail’s expertise is in the field of influential communications techniques and negotiations. She is a dynamic facilitator and coach who, after twenty years, continues to guide and inspire professionals at all levels globally. Gail’s previous leadership experience in full-time positions at Hewlett-Packard, Nestle, and Nabisco resulted in many valuable insights and strategies for getting buy-in and commitment from others, including people with more power and authority. Gail is also affiliated with York University School of Business, Carlton University, and the University of the West Indies, where she facilitates programs on strategic leadership, masterclass negotiations, and communicating to influence. Gail is the author of two popular books: Team Planning for Project Managers and Business Analysts, and The Truth About Collaborating: Why People Fail and How to Succeed.