Lesson 1: Mastering the Essentials of Behavioral Skills

Objective:

The primary goal of this lesson is to equip learners with a foundational understanding of behavioral skills that can be practically applied in personal and professional contexts. By the end of this lesson, participants should be able to identify core behavioral skills, understand their significance, and apply strategies to develop these skills effectively in real-world scenarios.

Comprehensive Content Overview:

Behavioral skills, often referred to as soft skills or interpersonal skills, are the non-technical skills that influence how effectively individuals can work and interact with others. These skills include, but are not limited to, communication, problem-solving, time management, empathy, and teamwork.

In-depth Explanations with Actionable Insights:

• Communication: Effective communication involves clear articulation of thoughts and active listening. For instance, when providing feedback, use the “Situation-Behavior-Impact” framework: Situation Behavior Impact During the team meeting You interrupted colleagues several times Some team members felt unheard and became disengaged

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• Problem-Solving: This involves identifying the root cause of an issue and developing a logical approach to solving it. For example, use the “5 Whys” technique to drill down into a problem: Why? Reason Why was the project delayed? The final review was not completed on time. Why was the review not completed on time? The team was waiting on external feedback.

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