Courage to Communicate
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 develop
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.
Evaluate how personal communication styles influence team culture and group energy, identifying specific behaviors that either uplift or diminish collective performance.
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.
Course outline
About your expert
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.
