Communication & soft skills

Effective Communication: clear, professional and impactful

A practical in-company training in which your team learns to communicate clearly, professionally and purposefully. In person, by phone, in writing and in meetings. With role plays, the DISC model and immediately applicable techniques.

1 day
Max. 12 participants
Online or on-site
All levels
★★★★★Rated 4.8 · over 15 years of experience in communication training
Communication training at Mellaart Trainingen
Why communication training pays off

The impact of effective communication

Effective communication increases collaboration, reduces misunderstandings and strengthens trust within your organisation.

70%
of workplace conflict stems from miscommunication
4x
higher engagement in teams that communicate clearly
50%
fewer misunderstandings through better conversation skills
15+
years of experience in communication training
The programme

What you will learn during the training

A varied day with theory, practical exercises, role plays and exchange of experiences. Based on recognisable situations from your own workplace.

1

Introduction & communication fundamentals

The importance of clear communication and the impact of your communication style on colleagues, customers and other stakeholders.

  • Overview of the training programme
  • Interactive whiteboard session on communication
  • Mapping your own communication style
2

Verbal communication

Build rapport, apply the right conversation style and come across professionally in conversations, on the phone and in meetings.

  • Non-verbal communication and body language
  • Core principles and telephone etiquette
  • Building rapport in conversations and meetings
  • Role play with group evaluation
3

Written communication

From email to reports: learn to write professionally, clearly and with purpose.

  • Key principles of professional writing
  • Building rapport via email
  • Best practices and common pitfalls
  • Sharing experiences and tips
4

Difficult situations & advanced skills

Handle criticism, set limits and apply the DISC model to improve conversations.

  • Handling criticism and resistance
  • Setting limits and saying no
  • Dealing with cultural differences
  • Asking the right questions and active listening
  • Applying the DISC model in practice
Your benefits

Why choose this communication training?

Not a generic off-the-shelf course, but a training that fits the day-to-day reality of your organisation.

Immediately applicable

Role plays, practical exercises and tips you can use on the job the very same day.

100% tailored

In a preliminary consultation we identify the situations and challenges of your team. The training is fully aligned to these.

Experienced trainer

Over 15 years of experience delivering communication training across a wide range of organisations. Practical, interactive and results-driven.

All communication channels

Verbally, by phone and in writing: you learn to communicate professionally through every channel.

DISC model

Learn to recognise the behavioural profile of your conversation partner and adapt your communication style accordingly.

Includes difficult situations

Learn to handle criticism, resistance, cultural differences and situations where you need to set limits.

For whom

Is this training right for you?

The training is ideal for anyone who communicates professionally with colleagues, customers or other stakeholders.

Staff & professionals

From office to shop floor: learn to handle every interaction professionally and purposefully.

Customer & stakeholder contact

Translate complex information into understandable language. Build trust, even when an answer takes a little time.

Team leaders & coordinators

Understand the communication challenges of your team and learn how to foster a culture of clear communication.

Teams that want to collaborate better

Anyone who works closely with colleagues or external partners on a daily basis. Strengthen the team's communication skills.

Practical information

Everything you need to know

Approach

The training combines short theory sessions with extensive practical exercises and role plays. We use recognisable situations from your own workplace, ensuring what is learned can be applied immediately.

Prior knowledge

No specific prior knowledge is required. The training is suitable for both new and experienced staff. During the preliminary consultation we assess the experience level and specific challenges of the group.

Interactive & practical

The training includes role plays, interactive whiteboard sessions and group exercises. Participants practise with recognisable scenarios and receive direct feedback from the trainer and colleagues.

Materials & follow-up

After the training each participant receives a comprehensive summary with practical tips, conversation techniques and examples. For any questions after the training you can always get in touch.

Tailored & combined

Would you like to combine this training with other topics, such as conflict management, professional writing or meeting skills? Looking for a variant tailored to customer contact by phone and ticketing system instead? Take a look at our Effective Communication for the Service Desk training. We're also happy to put together a fully customised programme.

Our approach

From request to result

Every communication training is carefully prepared and tailored to your organisation.

1

Get acquainted

A brief conversation to map your situation, target group and communication challenges. No obligation.

2

Tailor the programme

We design a programme with recognisable scenarios and exercises from your own workplace practice.

3

Deliver the training

Interactive, practical and engaging. With role plays, feedback and immediately applicable conversation techniques.

4

Follow-up

Summary, tips and the option of a follow-up session. So that what is learned sticks and the team keeps growing.

Experiences

What participants say

★★★★★

"The role plays really brought it to life. I notice I am now much more conscious of how I communicate, both in meetings and on the phone, and find the right tone much faster."

Participant
Communication training · Financial services
★★★★★

"The DISC model was a real eye-opener. I can now recognise much more easily what type of person I'm dealing with and adapt my style accordingly."

Participant
Communication training · Healthcare organisation
★★★★★

"Practical, lively and full of recognisable situations. The trainer knew exactly what we deal with every day. Highly recommended."

Participant
Communication training · Government
Frequently asked questions

All about the communication training

The training is suitable for anyone who communicates professionally with colleagues, customers or other stakeholders. From new starters to experienced staff, in any role and industry. During the preliminary consultation we align the level to the participants.

No specific prior knowledge is required. The training is adapted to the experience level of the group. Both starters and experienced staff get a great deal out of it.

The standard training lasts one day. A half-day or a multi-day in-depth programme is also possible. We tailor the duration to your needs and the experience level of the group.

Yes, all our communication trainings are available in-company, at your location or online. We fully align the content, scenarios and exercises to your organisation and day-to-day practice.

Yes, the DISC model is a fixed part of the training. You learn to recognise the behavioural profile of your conversation partner and align your communication style accordingly, leading to more effective and pleasant interactions.

Yes, role plays are an important part of the training. You practise with recognisable situations from your own workplace and receive direct feedback from the trainer and colleagues. This makes what you learn tangible and applicable.

Yes, alongside this generic training we also offer Effective Communication for the Service Desk. That variant uses scenarios and exercises fully tailored to telephone and written customer contact via help desk and ticketing systems.

Absolutely. Communication combined with conflict management, or communication with Microsoft Teams? We put together a programme that precisely matches what your team needs. Get in touch to discuss the options.

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Book the communication training for your team

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