Building Coalitions & Influencing Others

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Building Coalitions & Influencing Others

Building Coalitions & Influencing Others is a 1 day workshop that will assist participants in developing the competencies of building coalitions and influencing others.

This is accomplished through enhanced self-awareness, effective communication practices, and expanded knowledge of collaborative strategies for building partnerships, alliances, and coalitions.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this workshop you will be able to:

  • Identify three ways to expand your circle of influence.
  • Describe two or more tactics to influence others.
  • Explain the benefits of building coalitions, partnerships, and alliances.
  • Identify at least one action to develop your coalition-building skills.
  • Complete a peer contract with another participant to provide mutual support as you continue to develop your skills in influence and coalition-building.

Course Duration

  • 1-day
Schedule Workspace

Dr Oscar Grant

Senior consultant, Trainer, and Mediator

Oscar Grant is a senior consultant, trainer, and mediator with over twenty years experience developing, organizing, and managing large and small organizations, non-profit agencies, and boards of directors specializing in the areas of public health, school reform and law enforcement. He has knowledge and skills in: non-profit management, personnel management, advocacy, media campaigns, and community organizing with public officials. Dr. Grant has over 15 years as a nationally recognized public speaker and certified trainer in the fields of diversity, cross-cultural awareness, workplace violence, employment equity, mentoring and executive coaching.