Workshop: collaboration and creative thinking

 

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connecting communication

Collaboration and Creative Thinking

A well-oiled team is crucial, especially in busy and sometimes unpredictable times. You need to be able to rely on and trust each other.

Skills such as communicating in a connecting way, working together in a diverse team and being able to think creatively about positive alternatives can help with this.

In this course you will learn to apply them in a playful and interactive way.

 

Learning objectives

After this workshop:

  1. You will be able to communicate with colleagues in a connecting way by actively listening, summarizing and giving constructive feedback.
  2. You will understand the dynamics of diversity within teams and you will be able to collaborate more purposefully with people from different backgrounds and working styles.
  3. You will be able to apply creative thinking methods to find solutions in challenging situations.
  4. You will be able to have constructive conversations in the event of tension or misunderstandings, with an eye for the common goal.
  5. You will have increased your self-insight into how your communication and collaboration style influences others.
  6. You will have practical tools to strengthen your team dynamics and become more resilient in dealing with change.

  • Target audience

This workshop is suitable for:

  • This training is aimed at existing teams of 8 to 12 people, but is also open to individuals who want to strengthen their soft skills in a professional context.
  • No prior knowledge required.
 

Programme

Module 1: Connecting communication

  • Observing• Active listening
  • Summarising and asking questions
  • Building on others
  • Giving and receiving feedback

Module 2: Working together in a diverse team

  • Diversity in age, gender, beliefs, character, working style...
  • Insight into group dynamics
  • Appreciative collaboration

Module 3: Creative thinking in positive alternatives

  • Associative thinking
  • Changing perspective
  • Switching in thinking
  • Brainstorming techniques: diverging and converging

Time investment per module

  • Per module: half day of 3.5 hours, including break. Data in consultation.
  • Although the modules can be booked separately, it is recommended to follow the entire course for maximum impact.
 

Trainer

Peter Jan Bogaert
Extensive experience as a facilitator and coach. He combines his background as a journalist, spokesperson, and teacher with insights from the worlds of creative thinking and improvisation. Driven and enthusiastic. 

Interested?

Get in touch with our team. We’re happy to hear about your situation and tailor a programme to suit your needs.

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