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Women's Leadership Series: Power of Assertive Communication
The Office of the Vice President for Research is hosting an audio conference through the Women's Leadership Series: Power of Assertive Communication. This conference, presented by Donna Van Horne, is offered to staff of all Division of Research and Graduate Studies (RGS) units.
| What | Meeting |
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| When |
2008-02-27 12:00
2008-02-27 13:00
2008-02-27 from 12:00 to 13:00 |
| Where | 310 Conference Room, Williams Administration Building |
| Contact Name | Cathy Netterville |
| Contact Email | cnetterville@tamu.edu |
| Contact Phone | 979-845-8585 |
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The conference will be held on Wednesday, February 27th at 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. in the OVPR 310 Conference Room, J. K. Williams Administration Building. Everyone is welcome to bring their lunch. Soft drinks and cookies will be provided.
Please RSVP to Cathy Netterville by no later than noon on Tuesday, February 26. Space is limited.
Additional information concerning the conference:
This is a 60 minute audio conference for those women concerned with assertiveness and confidence when communicating. You will gain skills to express yourself effectively and to tackle tough situations. Please join us to discuss:
Communicating Assertively - not Aggressively - for Success
- Building confidence in your own judgment - and communicating it
- Powerful words women should use and weak words to avoid
- How to speak up without coming across as pushy
- Clear examples of aggressive, assertive and weak behavior
Tips & Techniques for Women Professionals Today
- Finding balance between "being too nice" and "coming on too strong"
- How can you say "No" without feeling guilty?
- Becoming more aware of your voice, body postures and tone
- Dressing the part - how wardrobe influences assertiveness
Handling Criticism and Difficult Situations with Composure
- The critical skill that immediately diffuses tough criticisms
- How to handle any form of criticism or feedback professionally
- 10 commandments of getting along with others - even the most difficult
- Why do some people criticize more than they compliment?
Donna Van Horne, who will present the audio conference, is recognized as one of the top presenters in the U.S. and Canada. She is a dynamic and motivational communication presenter and consultant who provides practical strategies applicable to work and life.
We hope you will join us!