Holding a civil, productive conversation with individuals who may not agree with you is always a challenge. This year, it seems to be an even bigger challenge, but it is still an important skill to continuously improve. Political or personal values conversations are an important part of civil discourse, especially if each party is willing to listen and connect with mutual respect and a goal to seek common ground. This session will provide a framework for better conversations around very complicated and potentially emotional topics. You will learn to: Explore three ways to have more productive conversations Apply a practical framework for creating common ground Recognize cultural differences in communication styles You will benefit by: Gaining a better understanding of the historical fabric of politics in the U.S. Having a set of tools to improve your conversational skills on difficult topics Establishing more harmonious relationships with others who may disagree with you Audience: Any U-M faculty or staff who would like to connect and create common ground with others during difficult conversations
Organizational LearningCreating Common Ground for a Kinder, Better Future: Growing the Capacity to Listen and Connect in Politically Charged Times
November 5, 2020
9:00-10:30 am
Online in Zoom
Sponsored by: Organizational Learning
Contact Information: Angie Stewart, Sonia Joshi
Counts towards DEI continuing professional education
Holding a civil, productive conversation with individuals who may not agree with you is always a challenge. This year, it seems to be an even bigger challenge, but it is still an important skill to continuously improve. Political or personal values conversations are an important part of civil discourse, especially if each party is willing to listen and connect with mutual respect and a goal to seek common ground. This session will provide a framework for better conversations around very complicated and potentially emotional topics. You will learn to: Explore three ways to have more productive conversations Apply a practical framework for creating common ground Recognize cultural differences in communication styles You will benefit by: Gaining a better understanding of the historical fabric of politics in the U.S. Having a set of tools to improve your conversational skills on difficult topics Establishing more harmonious relationships with others who may disagree with you Audience: Any U-M faculty or staff who would like to connect and create common ground with others during difficult conversations