Adapting Your Communication Style

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In this short module we will begin to explore our preferred ways of communicating with tāngata [people]. We will begin to identify the communication styles of those around us, becoming aware of the challenges that can show up when communicating with others.

What: Online Learning
Access: Anyone with a healthLearn membership
Time: 15 minutes
Level: Leading Self
Professional Development Equivalent: 0.25 hours
Koru Competencies: Engaging Others, Self-Aware
Inquiries to: learninganddevelopment@cdhb.health.nz

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CommunicationsGuest User19 June 2020Self-Aware, Engaging Others, Leading Self Programme, Less than 30 minutes