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SUMMARY:Communication (STP Unit 2) Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:Classes are held ThursdaysSeptember 10\, 17\, 2410 AM – 3:30 PM EDT  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView other courses in the STP\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Course\n\n\n\nCommunication: The Key to Project SuccessEffective communication is vital to the success of any construction project. The Communication unit in AGC’s Supervisory Training Program\, 10th edition focuses on the essential skills needed to ensure clear\, concise\, and impactful communication across all levels of your project team. The highly collaborative virtual program provides instruction via Zoom and is best suited for anyone on a construction jobsite in a supervisory role – from the new supervisor or foreman to the experienced superintendent who is looking to become a more effective manager of people\, time\, equipment and materials. \n\n\n\n\nImportance of Communication: Learn why communication is critical in construction and how it impacts project outcomes. Understand the various forms of communication and their appropriate use in different scenarios.\n\n\n\nBest Practices for Effective Communication: Discover techniques for clear and effective communication with team members\, clients\, and stakeholders. Learn how to avoid common pitfalls and enhance your ability to convey information accurately and efficiently.\n\n\n\nCollaboration and Teamwork: Explore strategies to foster a collaborative environment where all team members feel heard and valued. Understand how to navigate and resolve conflicts\, ensuring a smooth and productive workflow.      \n\n\n\n\nThis course is 1 of 6 units in the newly updated Supervisory Training Program (STP); a construction-specific training curriculum developed\, updated and field-tested by and for contractors. Supervisory skill—or the lack of it—directly affects every company’s bottom line. You make your money in the field\, and STP can help you improve your organization’s bottom line. \n\n\n\n\n\n. \n\n\n\nTopics Addressed \n\n\n\n\nLesson 1: Elements of Communication\n\n\n\nLesson 2: Written Communication\n\n\n\nLesson 3: Effective Communication\n\n\n\nLesson 4: Listening\n\n\n\nLesson 5: Persuasion\, Negotiation\, and Difficult Conversations\n\n\n\nLesson 6: Meetings and Presentations\n\n\n\n\nSTP Learning Objectives \n\n\n\nCancellation Policy: A full refund will be given to cancellations made 14 calendar days prior to the class kick-off. After such time\, no refunds will be given. Replacements are acceptable and must be submitted via email to meetings[@]agc.org. \n\n\n\nTransfer Policy: All transfers must be to courses starting within 90 days of the original course start date. Send transfer requests to meetings[@]agc.org.  \n\n\n\nAGC reserves the right to cancel programs up to 10 days prior to the start date if a minimum number of attendees is not met. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Email us at education[@]agc.org  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAfter completing the course\, AGC Edge students receive a Certificate of Completion and a digital badge to share. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nTechnology and Participation: \n\n\n\n\nFor the classroom: \n\n\n\nFor participation: \n\n\n\n\nPlease have Zoom downloaded.\n\n\n\nComputer with dual monitor preferred.\n\n\n\nLaptop is good with a separate tablet to access their etextbook.\n\n\n\nTablet or phone is ok with hardcopy textbook\n\n\n\nTwo mobile devices ok – one for the meeting and one for the etextbook\n\n\n\n\n\nCamera\, either built in or added on and ready to stream to the classroom.\n\n\n\nHeadphones or earbuds with microphones are preferred\n\n\n\nComputer/device mic and speakers are ok if in private\, quiet room.\n\n\n\nEach student should be on their own computer/laptop/tablet\, if possible.\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet Your Course Instructor:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShawn TraskyConsultant \n\n\n\nShawn Trasky was raised in Chugiak\, Alaska. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering and her master’s degree in Project Engineering and Management\, both from Montana Tech. She has over 20 years of diverse experience in the field\, including working for oil and gas companies\, private consulting\, and construction in Alaska.
URL:https://edge.agc.org/course/vstp260901/
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