Life Skills, Communication

Courage to Communicate

Workshop | 22 min
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Learn to communicate with clarity and confidence under pressure. Master the difference between lifters and deflators, understand non-verbal communication, and apply the NITE framework to lead effectively.

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What You'll Learn

Learn the Foundations of Dynamic Communication

Analyze the interplay between verbal and nonverbal communication—including body language, tone, and presence—to understand why how you speak is as critical as what you say.

The "Lifter vs. Deflator" Impact

Evaluate how personal communication styles influence team culture and group energy, identifying specific behaviors that either uplift or diminish collective performance.

Develop a Strategic Leadership Framework

Master and apply the NITE Framework (Name, Information, Tone, Eye contact/Engagement) through real-world scenarios and a personal scorecard to ensure clear, intentional leadership under pressure.

Workshop Overview
Courage to Communicate
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Setting Your Focus
Lifters vs. Deflators
Body Language
The NITE Framework
Wrap Up
Q & A
Knowledge Check
One-on-One Coaching
Your Expert
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Brittany Williams
Leadership Coach

Brittany joined IMG Academy in January 2021 as Leadership Coach for all Girls' Sports programs, including Athletic and Personal Development (APD) and Golf. She helps student-athletes develop essential leadership qualities, such as communication, accountability, and respect, that serve as character-building foundations both in sports and in life. Brittany emphasizes that leadership skills are transformational, extending far beyond athletic performance to impact every aspect of a student-athlete's athletic and personal development.

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