Better Communication Through Improv (Online): Presence, Listening and Collaboration
Self-paced
0.75 credits
Full course description
In this virtual presentation, Shana Merlin, owner of Merlin Works, discusses ways to enhance communication through improv such as by changing your relationship with failure, listening to understand, practicing "Yes And" responses, using blend and send signals, and focusing on making others look good.
Objectives
At the conclusion of this online activity, learners will be able to:
- Change your relationship with failure as a pathway to presence.
- Listen fully to understand, not just respond.
- Get connected by practicing a "Yes And" response.
- Blend and send signals of similarity to get on the same page with others.
- Shift your focus on making others look good.
ACCREDITATION
Texas A&M University School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
DESIGNATION
Texas A&M University School of Medicine designates this live internet activity for a maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.SPEAKER DISCLOSURE
Shana Merlin, faculty for this educational event, has no relevant financial relationship(s) to disclose with ineligible companies whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients.PLANNERS DISCLOSURES
None of the planners for this educational activity have relevant financial relationship(s) to disclose with ineligible companies whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients.
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