How to Develop Strong Working Relationships

Teacher

This learning playlist is designed for students and early-career professionals seeking to develop strong long-term relationships.

It draws upon the wisdom of sports and entertainment legends, as well as industry leaders. There are five lessons, each focusing on a key aspect of building and maintaining strong relationships in the workplace.

Introduction – How to create and strengthen relationships. Strong and effective working relationships are based on mutual respect.

Develop Strong Relationships – Recognizing effective methods to develop a strong long-term relationship, being authentic, curious, open-minded, and having empathy.

Maintain Trust – Identifying efficient methods to maintain trust in working relationships, building trust through communication, and learning how to navigate difficult situations.

Communicate Effectively – Evaluating effective communication methods within the workplace, active listening, providing feedback, and managing conflict.

Value Differences – Understanding the importance of respecting different perspectives, building relationships with diverse teams, and leveraging differences to drive innovation.

Learn and Practice – Displaying practices that develop and enhance relationships, the importance of consistent communication, building and maintaining a professional network, and leveraging the wisdom of industry leaders.

Throughout the learning playlist, you will engage in interactive activities to develop practical skills for building strong, long-term relationships in the workplace and life.