The Communication Gap
Straight Talk: The Power of Effective Communication
Straight Talk: The Power of Effective Communication teaches character-based principles for connecting first, then communicating with influence. A culture of connection has a head start. Communication is more than the message. It is how the message is shared and how it is received — and that is determined by the character of the people on both sides. Develop the ability to connect, and you will multiply your ability to communicate.
What the Organization Gets: Fewer mixed messages, more trust, less “us vs. them,” and instructions people want to follow.
What they learn in the room:
- Why connection leverages communication
- How to connect first, so the message is received
- How to build trust and influence through communication
- How to remember names and treat people like they matter
- Skills for difficult dialogue and hard conversation situations
Built For:
☑️ Supervisors, project managers, superintendents, customer service, sales, foremen, team leads, managers…anyone at any level who needs to improve their communication skills
☑️ Manufacturing, construction, trades, logistics, operations, public works, government,
☑️ Companies needing more trust and better communication organization wide
Not Built For:
❌ Someone looking for corporate presentation skills
❌ Leaders who won’t listen
❌ Companies looking for a “check-the-box” program
How This Works
Most companies begin with a 2-4 hour on-site session, followed by supporting book studies and access to Blue-Collar Leadership® Academy, so the training does not stop when we leave. Choose a package that fits your needs, budget, and aligns with how fast and how far you want to go.
1) A 30-minute Intro Call
We learn about your team, your challenges, and your goals.
2) Live, On-site Session
Most companies begin with 2 – 4 hours of training for the initial session.
3) Learn. Grow. Apply.
The live session is just the beginning. The Blue-Collar Leadership® books and Academy videos keep it from fading by next Friday. Behavior changes day to day, not in a day.
4) See Communication Improve
More trust. Better teamwork. Better relationships. People feel heard.
Need something different? We also offer:
- Keynote to open a meeting, conference, or to kick off corporate training
- Motivational/Inspirational year end wrap up or kickstart to the new year
- Multi-session series if you want multiple training sessions
- Online video course only, if a live session isn’t preferred
- Straight Talk: The Power of Effective Communication book, e-book, and audiobook.
Watch us in action!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I see you speaking on this topic?
This Blue-Collar Leadership® Academy preview video offers a sample of the online training course on Straight Talk: The Power of Effective Communication. The content is also very similar to what we could cover in a live training session on this topic. However, our live sessions are much more engaging, entertaining, and filled with motivational/inspirational stories.
How long is this program?
Straight Talk: The Power of Effective Communication is available as a keynote (~1 or 2 hours), breakout session, half-day or full-day workshop, multi-session series, and online video training course (~8 hours in 15 minute videos). Most companies begin with a 2-4 hour session (Recommended).
Who is this training for?
Leaders, supervisors, front-line team members, support staff, and anyone who needs to be effective in communicating.
Is this training virtual or in person?
We offer both options: an in-person on-site live training session for your team or keynote for your conference as well as our online video training course through Blue-Collar Leadership® Academy.
Is there a print-friendly program summary?
