September 21st Leadership Communication - Becoming an Effective Communicator With Fred Ashforth

Leadership Communication - Becoming an Effective Communicator With Fred Ashforth

Great leaders are great communicators. In general, the role of a leader is to clearly communicate with others. This highly interactive workshop will provide opportunities for attendees to practice what they learn through short impromptu speaking activities. This workshop addresses the following leadership communication issues:

§ Communicating at a performance evaluation / Communicating in difficult situations
§ Becoming an effective listener / Interpreting body language
§ Looking and sounding like a confident leader / Communicating with upper management
§ Understanding leadership communication / Communicating in person, by phone & in writing
§ Leadership Skills for Communicating with Groups / Adjusting attitudes about speaking
§ Connecting with every audience / Delivering any presentation like a pro
§ Writing a great presentation / Handling a question & answer session like a pro


Fred Ashforth is the president of Ashforth Associates, a consulting firm established in 1991. He is an experienced speaker, trainer, writer and consultant. Fred works with professionals to improve their communication skills, developing more effective leadership skills. He has worked with over 150 clients. His programs have been well received by over 14,000 people who have attended and participated in them.


Date: Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Time: Registration: 8:30 am, Program: 9 am - 4 pm (Lunch Provided)
Location: Foothill Performing Arts Center, Market St. in Oneonta
Cost: $75.00 per Person (Make Check Payable to “JSEC”)
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The CDO Leadership Institute seminars series will be presented by various leadership specialists, and will focus on such topics as: Communications, Critical Thinking, Coaching & Mentoring, Conflict Management, and Team Building. The Series will benefit practiced managers, supervisors, & potential future leaders. For information about the series & CDO Leadership Institute visit: www.cdoworkforce.org

Reservations can be called-in or email by 9/16/2011 to: 607-432-4800 X 103 or alan.sessions@labor.ny.gov

Alan Sessions, Business Services Rep.
Dept. of Labor & CDO Workforce
12 Dietz St., Oneonta, NY 13820
607-432-4800, Ext. 103
alan.sessions@labor.ny.gov