Confident Communication for Women at Work
£320
Learn how to communicate with confidence, be heard, gain respect and influence conversations without sacrificing authenticity.
Course Overview
Many talented professionals have valuable ideas, insights and expertise, but communicating with confidence in the workplace can sometimes be challenging. Whether it’s speaking up in meetings, managing difficult conversations, setting boundaries or ensuring your ideas are heard, effective communication is essential for building credibility and progressing your career.
This practical course helps women develop the communication skills, confidence and professional presence needed to contribute effectively, influence discussions and build positive working relationships. Participants will learn how to communicate assertively without coming across as rude, handle challenging situations professionally and ensure their voice is heard with confidence and impact.
Through practical exercises and real-world workplace scenarios, participants will develop techniques that can be applied immediately in meetings, stakeholder discussions and everyday workplace interactions.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Communicate clearly and confidently in professional situations
- Express opinions and ideas with greater confidence
- Develop an assertive communication style that is professional and respectful
- Contribute more effectively in meetings and discussions
- Handle difficult conversations constructively
- Build credibility and professional presence
- Influence others and gain support for ideas and initiatives
- Set boundaries and manage expectations with confidence
Who is this programme for?
This programme is designed for women working across government, civil service and the wider public sector who are:
- looking to build confidence in workplace communication
- seeking to strengthen their professional presence
- wanting to contribute more effectively in meetings and discussions
- looking to develop greater influence and credibility
- preparing for progression into more senior roles
Course Timing
| Time Zone | Start Time | Finish Time |
|---|---|---|
| Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) | 12:00 | 16:30 |
| Eastern Time (ET) | 08:00 | 12:30 |
| United Kingdom (UK) | 13:00 | 17:30 |
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Recent Feedback
“It was an amazing opportunity to collaborate with women from various countries, who work in a variety of roles in both the public and private sector, and hear their experiences were similar to mine. The training provided awareness on gaps within my organization when it comes to empowering women. Also, it provided me with knowledge on how I can further enhance myself and other women in my organization” – Policy Analyst, Government of Bermuda
“The training was really good, and the trainer was amazing, so open and warm, very knowledgeable” – Strategic Advisor, Royal Canadian Mounted Police
“The trainer, Meena, was very welcoming and encouraging. The whole group remained very engaged” – Executive Officer, UK Civil Service
£320
Course agenda
Understanding Communication and Confidence
- The link between confidence, credibility and communication
- Common barriers to being heard in the workplace
- Understanding different communication styles
- Identifying personal strengths and development areas
Being Heard and Making an Impact
- Speaking with clarity and confidence
- Communicating ideas effectively
- Contributing confidently in meetings
- Managing interruptions and challenging responses
Assertive Communication Without Conflict
- What assertive communication really means
- The difference between passive, aggressive and assertive communication
- Expressing opinions with confidence and professionalism
- Setting boundaries respectfully
Building Respect and Credibility
- Developing professional presence
- Communicating expertise and achievements effectively
- Building trust with colleagues and stakeholders
- Increasing influence and visibility
Managing Difficult Conversations
- Handling disagreement professionally
- Giving and receiving feedback
- Navigating challenging workplace situations
- Maintaining confidence under pressure
Creating a Personal Communication Action Plan
- Building confidence through practice
- Developing a communication style that feels authentic
- Identifying practical next steps
- Creating a personal development plan
£320
About Your Trainer: Meena Karawadhra
Expert training in leadership development, diversity and inclusion and professional coaching Meena Karawadhra is an experienced learning and development specialist with over 25 years of expertise in designing and delivering leadership, management and diversity and inclusion programmes. She is a qualified coach who works with public sector and global organisations to build leadership capability, improve…