Being Brief: Making a Request Efficiently
Overview
Delivery method
Classroom
Duration
7.5 hours
Audience
Employees
The School has transitioned to the virtual delivery of its learning products. As a result, this in-person classroom course has been suspended. Visit our learning catalogue to find similar or alternative virtual or online courses.
Getting your point across quickly and succinctly is a highly desirable skill in today's fast-paced work environment. This course offers specific strategies for making verbal requests in two minutes or less while still delivering a complete and well-constructed message. Participants will learn best practices for expressing themselves explicitly and concisely, and briefing their supervisor or director with maximum effectiveness.
Topics include:
- recognizing the importance of being concise
- getting to the point quickly
- summarizing your thoughts
- making a request
Notes:
If you are an executive or a senior level employee at the EX minus 1 or EX minus 2 level, Seeking a Decision from Executives in Two Minutes or Less is recommended instead. For learning support on preparing written briefing materials, consult Writing Briefing Notes.
Legacy course code: B196