People Skills 101
Course Syllabus
Introduction
"People skills" is a rather generic term which implies and encompasses a number of various human activities. First impressions, communication abilities, uplifting and empowering others, talents of influence and persuasion, and creating win-win satisfactory outcomes, all figure prominently in our daily interactions with each other. If we were animals, this would be so much easier! In other species, patterns of behavior are written generally with unwavering accuracy into their very DNA. However, with human interactions we must also deal with emotions, self-doubt, deceptions, altruism, greed, courage, and a host of other characteristics, both positive and negative, which greatly complicate the process.
How do we approach these challenges to ensure success in our business and social relationships?
In People Skills 101 we will explore all aspects of our interactions with others through the combination of lecture and interactive class format. Where applicable, exercises will be included as opportunities for participant practice. Much has been written on these subjects and we shall draw heavily from such authors and books as listed below. Importantly, this will be tempered by real life experience and wisdom.
How do we approach these challenges to ensure success in our business and social relationships?
In People Skills 101 we will explore all aspects of our interactions with others through the combination of lecture and interactive class format. Where applicable, exercises will be included as opportunities for participant practice. Much has been written on these subjects and we shall draw heavily from such authors and books as listed below. Importantly, this will be tempered by real life experience and wisdom.
The Goal
The goal of this Meetup is to help anyone gain a better understanding of how we may more effectively interact with people. In so doing, we will enhance our own success by helping others to achieve what they want out of life.
Who Should Attend
Content and discussions will be applicable to all who are interested in improving their understanding of people and how to build long-lasting personal and business relationships. It therefore is not limited to just those in categories as listed by Meetup.
The Format
People Skills 101 will be conducted like a college level seminar course that meets the third Thursday of each month. While individual topics can stand alone, it is advisable to attend all meetings in sequence. The formal "class" sessions will start promptly at 7:00 pm and end promptly at 9:00 pm. However, this Meetup will begin at 6:30 pm so we have 30 minutes for review of the previous class topic, discussion of individual needs, and general socializing. It also gives everyone adequate time to arrive before 7:00 pm.
There will be up to 6 pages of copyright protected "Class Notes" in pdf-file format made available to all registered attendees for downloading the day before the meeting (see more on this below). To maximize your benefit, plz remember to print and bring this outline with you for completion and additional note taking during the session.
Currently, there is no fee charged to participate in these classes.
The following titles are currently under development, although they may evolve differently based on specific needs of the group.
There will be up to 6 pages of copyright protected "Class Notes" in pdf-file format made available to all registered attendees for downloading the day before the meeting (see more on this below). To maximize your benefit, plz remember to print and bring this outline with you for completion and additional note taking during the session.
Currently, there is no fee charged to participate in these classes.
The following titles are currently under development, although they may evolve differently based on specific needs of the group.
The Topics
- Communication is Key
- The Power of Words
- Moving from Ordinary to Extraordinary
- The Art of Listening
- Indecision, Doubt, and Fear - The Enemies Within
- Common Traits of Uncommon Men and Women
- The Art of Conversation
- How to Make a Person feel like a Million Bucks!
- The Art of Loving
- Relation Conflict Management
- Created for Greatness
- Implementing the "As if..." Principle
- Creating a First Impression
- Body Language in Communication
- Developing a Presence
- Characteristics of a People Personality
- Emotional Intelligence
- The Arithmetic of People Skills
- The Exchange Principle
- The Power of Gratitude
- The Question of Adult Malaise Syndrome
- The Happiness Factor
- Cultural Literacy in Human Communication
- Understanding the Charlie Brown Syndrome
- How to be Effective with Difficult People
Our Resources
Our resources will be ideas published by authors such as:
- Camille Lavington – You've Only Got Three Seconds
- D.A. Benton – Lions Don't Need to Roar
- Dale Carnegie – How to Stop Worrying and Start Living
- Dale Carnegie – How to Win Friends and Influence People
- Daniel Coleman – Emotional Intelligence
- Daniel Pink – A Whole New Mind
- Danny Cox – Leadership when the Heat is On
- Darrell Huff – How to Lie With Statistics
- David Olsen – The Words You Should Know
- David Schwartz – The Magic of Thinking Big
- Dev Patniak – Wired to Care
- Don Gabor – How to Start a Conversation and Make Friends
- Donald Phillips – The Founding Fathers on Leadership
- E. D. Hirsch, Jr. – Cultural Literacy: What Every American Needs to Know
- Florence Littauer – Your Personality Tree
- Frank Bettger – How I Raised Myself from Failure to Success in Selling
- Gary Chapman – The five Love Languages
- Harold Kushner – Conquering Fear: Living Boldly in an Uncertain World
- Harold Kushner – Living a Life that Matters
- Jack Welch – Straight from the Gut
- James Allen – As a Man Thinketh
- James Humes – Speak like Churchill, Stand like Lincoln
- James Kouzes and Barry Posner – The Leadership Challenge
- Jeff Olson – The Slight Edge
- Jeffrey Gitomer – Little Black Book of Connections
- John Maxwell – 25 Ways to Win with People
- John Maxwell – Attitude 101
- John Maxwell – Becoming a Person of Influence
- John Maxwell – Ethics 101
- John Maxwell – Everyone Communicates, Few Connect
- John Maxwell – Failing Forward
- John Maxwell – Put Your Dreams to the Test
- John Maxwell – Thinking for a Change
- John Maxwell – Winning with People
- John Malloy – New Dress for Success
- Ken Blanchard and Truett Cathy – The Generosity Factor
- Kevin Daum – ROAR - A Business Fable
- Kurt Mortensen – Magnetic Persuasion
- Malcolm Gladwell – The Tipping Point
- Marcus Buckingham and Donald Clifton – Now Discover Your Strengths
- Mark Sanborn – The Fred Factor
- Mark Sanborn – The Encore Effect
- Napoleon Hill – Think and Grow Rich
- Napoleon Hill Foundation – Keys to Success
- Norman Vincent Peale – You Can if You Think You Can
- Rich DeVos – Compassionate Capitalism
- Richard Carlson – Don't Sweat the Small Stuff... and it's all small stuff
- Roy Spence – It's Not What You Sell, It's What You Stand For
- Seth Godin – Purple Cow
- Terri Morrison, et al. – Kiss, Bow, or Shake Hands
- Terry Felber – Am I Making Myself Clear?
- Thomas Stanley – The Millionaire Next Door
- Tim Sanders – The Likeability Factor
- Vic Johnson – Day by Day with James Allen
- Viktor Frankl – Man's Search for Meaning
- Wayne Dyer – You'll See It When You Believe It
- And others
The Desired Outcome
At the end of each meeting, participants will have a greater understanding of the topic being examined, and specific techniques they can apply immediately to their own personal situations.
Class Notes
Unless otherwise directed, a 3 to 6 page pdf-file of Class Notes will be made available to all session registrants. This document will be located on the Current Class Notes page which is password protected. On the evening before each session, all registrants will receive an e-mail directing them to this URL and given the password which is specific for one session.
Plz note. These Class Notes are copyright protected and intended for registrants only! They are not to be distributed to other members of this meetup or to those outside this meetup. Since you are receiving this course for free, I ask you to respect my policy. If you have registered a guest for the session, plz print an extra copy for him/her.
The reason registration closes 24 hours in advance of each class is so that participants have this time to download and print their copy of the Class Notes to bring with them to the session.
Plz note. These Class Notes are copyright protected and intended for registrants only! They are not to be distributed to other members of this meetup or to those outside this meetup. Since you are receiving this course for free, I ask you to respect my policy. If you have registered a guest for the session, plz print an extra copy for him/her.
The reason registration closes 24 hours in advance of each class is so that participants have this time to download and print their copy of the Class Notes to bring with them to the session.
Our Meetup Policy
Since this Meetup is conducted like a college seminar course, there will be 3 to 6 pages of Class Notes. For maximum benefit, plz print and bring this outline with you to the class.
Currently, there is no admission charge to attend this course. However, in return for that courtesy, I ask for your cooperation and accountability. If you RSVP'd "Yes," plz be there on time to begin formal class promptly at 7:00 pm, as late-comers can be disruptive to our discussion. I've purposely scheduled this Meetup for 6:30 pm so we have 30 minutes for review of the previous class topic, discussion of individual needs, and general socializing. It also gives everyone adequate time to arrive before 7:00 pm.
N.B.
Unless otherwise noted, RSVPs may be changed only until 4:00 pm the DAY BEFORE the meeting.
This means cancellations as well as new registrations!
Three "No Shows" (on a "Yes" RSVP) and you will be removed from this Meetup.
***
Lastly, plz know that my medical classes were always known as a safe place for students to learn, and I regard this Meetup group no less. So, I trust it goes without saying that soliciting or recruiting other class members for your personal business or project is not allowed.
Currently, there is no admission charge to attend this course. However, in return for that courtesy, I ask for your cooperation and accountability. If you RSVP'd "Yes," plz be there on time to begin formal class promptly at 7:00 pm, as late-comers can be disruptive to our discussion. I've purposely scheduled this Meetup for 6:30 pm so we have 30 minutes for review of the previous class topic, discussion of individual needs, and general socializing. It also gives everyone adequate time to arrive before 7:00 pm.
N.B.
Unless otherwise noted, RSVPs may be changed only until 4:00 pm the DAY BEFORE the meeting.
This means cancellations as well as new registrations!
Three "No Shows" (on a "Yes" RSVP) and you will be removed from this Meetup.
***
Lastly, plz know that my medical classes were always known as a safe place for students to learn, and I regard this Meetup group no less. So, I trust it goes without saying that soliciting or recruiting other class members for your personal business or project is not allowed.
