South Sound ICF WA Satellite Meeting
Speaker: Patricia Cassidy
Topic: Coaching Across Cultures: Communication Styles
Following a brief introduction to communication style continuums, participants will have an opportunity to explore their personal preferences for communication and then work in small groups discussing the strengths and challenges of each style. An opportunity to practice “style shifting” will be offered. An interactive group discussion will follow: What did you learn from this activity? How easy was it to switch styles? Were there any surprises? What implications could this have in a coaching relationship?
Key objectives for this workshop are:
· Explore various communication styles
· Identify personal communication preferences
· Discuss strengths and challenges of various styles
· Experience “style switching”
· Provide a coaching tool for listening
Presenter: Tricia is a cross-cultural consultant, trainer and coach specializing in international transition for individuals and families. She is the lead facilitator at Collaborative Connection, a cross-cultural consultancy based in the greater Seattle area. She co-authored: 52 Activities for Exploring Values Differences (2003), 52 Activities for Improving Cross Cultural Communication (2009) and 52 Activities for Successful International Relocation (2014).
How does this link to ICF Core Competencies?
3. Establishing Trust and Intimacy with the Client
-Demonstrates respect for client’s perceptions, learning style, personal being
4. Coaching Presence –
-Sees many ways to work with the client, and chooses in the moment what is most effective
5. Active Listening
– Encourages, accepts, explores and reinforces the client’s expression of feelings, perceptions, concerns, beliefs, suggestions, etc.
8. Creating Awareness
-Communicates broader perspectives to clients and inspires commitment to shift their viewpoints and find new possibilities for action
Core CCEU’s will be offered to anyone attending the entire event who wants to receive them.
Date and Time: January 5, 2017 at 10:00
Location:
Tacoma Public Library, Swasey Branch
7001 Sixth Avenue in Tacoma
