Interpersonal and Communication Skills

Speaking Up in Meetings


If you feel nervous speaking in meetings or struggle to find the right words in social situations, this course will help you turn that anxiety into confidence. 

You will learn practical ways to relax, express yourself clearly and engage comfortably in both professional and informal conversations.

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What to expect

Speaking up in groups can feel challenging, but it’s a skill you can develop with the right tools and mindset. This course helps you build genuine confidence and communicate more naturally in everyday situations.

You will learn how to share your ideas clearly in meetings, join conversations with confidence and navigate awkward moments with calm and composure.

Is this course for you


This course is designed for individuals who want to feel more confident speaking in meetings, team discussions, or social situations. It is particularly suited to those who find it challenging to speak up in groups or who want to strengthen their communication skills in relaxed, informal settings.

This course is suited to individuals who want to:

  • speak with confidence in group and informal settings

  • contribute effectively to meetings and team discussions

  • express ideas clearly in relaxed and social contexts

  • build confidence when speaking up with others

What you will explore

During this training course, you will build confidence in your communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively in a range of workplace and social situations. The course focuses on developing self-assurance, adapting your communication style to suit your strengths, and managing nervousness so you can speak with clarity and composure in both one-to-one and group settings.

By the end of this training course, you should be able to:

  • Build confidence through stronger communication and interpersonal skills

  • Develop comfort speaking in both professional and informal conversations

  • Adapt your communication style to reflect your personal strengths

  • Handle challenging or awkward situations with composure

  • Manage and overcome nervousness when speaking to groups

Where this course can take you


During this training course, you will explore how to build confidence through clear communication and strong interpersonal skills. You will develop greater comfort in both professional and social conversations, while redesigning your communication style to highlight your personal strengths.

The course also supports you to manage “sticky situations” and handle difficult conversations with greater ease. You will learn practical techniques to control and overcome nervousness in group settings, helping you communicate more confidently and effectively.

 

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