Collaboration

This module teaches techniques for the internal consultant to use in creating a collaborative working environment with his or her client.  They then work together toward clearly defined goals.  Clients, therefore, co-own the projects from the beginning through the implementation. 

Duration:

120 minutes 

Intended for:

Business Professionals who function in any internal consultant role and need to create a collaborative working environment with their business partners.  

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this module, participants will be able to:

  • determine unique work styles of their business partners

  • discover how the client naturally organizes their work flow

  • plan projects, tailored to the clients natural propensity to be involved-or not

  • use language patterns that set the stage for a collaborative working environment

  • define an appropriate agenda for project meetings 

Topics:

  • Influential language patterns tailored to solicit cooperation on projects

  • Systematic strategy used to encourage the collaborative involvement of the client on important projects