Building Confidence & Relationships

Course / Workshop Content

Who is this for? This course is ideal for anyone wishing to increase their self- awareness and identify their strengths and areas for development. It will be valuable for those wishing to enhance personal or work relationships. By understanding and applying the evidence-based techniques we explore, you will gain tools needed to navigate interactions more effectively and build stronger, healthier relationships What will I learn? We will look at the difference between assertive, aggressive, manipulative, and passive behaviours and ways of recognising these behaviours in yourself and others. We will look at the importance of confidence and self-esteem, understand how to enhance them and practice techniques to remain assertive. We will also look at the importance of power, different types of power and how we can use it most effectively. We will review the five different conflict styles in the Thomas Kilmann model and examine the tools available to prevent and reduce conflict, including how to use different influencing techniques and the barriers to making personal change Part 1 – Assertiveness Circle, Four Types of Behaviour, Your Rights, Tips on Remaining Assertive, Confidence Cycle Part 2 – The Anger Cycle, Thomas Kilmann Conflict model, The Change Equation Part 3 – Influencing Others, Making Personal Changes, Barriers to Change, Action Planning How can I use what I learn? By the end of the three sessions, you will have developed greater self-awareness, enabling you to make more informed decisions about how to manage your behaviour and relationships. You will have the knowledge and skills to choose the most effective approaches when interacting with others, leading to more successful and fulfilling personal and professional relationships. The techniques you will learn are practical and grounded in psychological research, ensuring that you are equipped with proven methods to improve your interpersonal effectiveness.