The modern workplace is more diverse than ever, encompassing varied generations, cultures, and work environments (remote, hybrid, in-person). This course addresses the critical need for effective communication strategies in this dynamic landscape. You will learn to identify and adapt your communication style to enhance team productivity and build stronger connections with colleagues from all backgrounds.



Communication in the 21st Century Workplace
This course is part of Career Success Specialization

Instructor: Diane Spiegel
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What you'll learn
Identify communication benefits across diverse work environments (in-person, virtual, hybrid).
Discuss effective techniques for communicating with a diverse workforce.
Differentiate communication preferences across five working generations.
Implement a flexing communication strategy for improved workplace team communication.
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Welcome to Communication in the 21st Century Workplace! In this foundational module, you'll discover your unique communication style and preferences. Understanding how you 'show up' in the workplace is the first step to becoming a more effective communicator in our rapidly changing world. We'll explore how your energy, information intake, decision-making, and pace preferences shape your interactions. Through activities and knowledge checks, you'll reflect on individual styles and identify methods to enhance your communication. Focus on self-reflection to maximize your learning.
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1 video10 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt
Welcome to this module! The 21st-century workplace is shaped by many factors, from technology to remote work and an increasingly diverse workforce. Here, you'll explore these communication change drivers, focusing on how changing demographics impact workplace communication. You'll learn to differentiate between working generations and identify communication benefits across various work environments. To succeed, consider how these global shifts affect your daily interactions.
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1 video6 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt
In this module, you'll master the art of 'flexing communication' – tailoring your messages for clarity and impact. Building on your understanding of personal styles, you'll learn to adapt to others, fostering more effective communication and collaboration within your workplace team. Through discussion and knowledge checks, you'll implement a flexing communication strategy, recognize its benefits, and recall key improvement strategies. Practice adapting your messages to see immediate results.
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1 video9 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt
Discover the A.B.I.D.E. model, a powerful framework for clear, flexible communication and collaboration in the 21st century. This module introduces five key behaviors designed to provide ongoing support and guidance for your workplace communication. You'll discuss how specific A.B.I.D.E. elements can improve your current team's communication. In our final knowledge check, you'll name each element and articulate how this model enhances overall communication. Apply these behaviors to transform your team interactions.
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Reviewed on Oct 9, 2015
Good course. It will help both managers as well as direct reports to find a common interface for better communication, and more efficient business relationships.
Reviewed on Sep 12, 2021
Its an excellent course for understanding communication skills across hierarchy, intra departmental and outside department as well. Also it helps in understanding dealing with clients and executives.
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2016
The content of the course was good. Lectures were effective. I specially liked the last statement after every lecture "where ever you may be have a great time"
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