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Harvard University

Leadership in Effectively Communicating for Causes and Crises

Harvard University via YouTube

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Explore effective communication strategies for causes and crises in this 32-minute Voices in Leadership program featuring Karen Finney and Douglas Heye. Learn from their experiences in high-profile political roles as they discuss leadership lessons, relationship-building in politics, consistency, defending positions, handling criticism, and addressing major mistakes. Gain insights on navigating complex issues such as race relations and healthcare reform, and understand the impact of political figures like Donald Trump on communication dynamics.

Syllabus

Introduction
Speaker Introductions
Leadership Lessons
Relationships in Politics
Consistency
Defending
Being called mean
Biggest mistakes
Donald Trump
Race
Health Care
Conclusion

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Reviews

4.7 rating, based on 81 Class Central reviews

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  • aku suka dan sekarang aku famah apa itu kepemimpinan dan bagai mana semestinya, yaa menarik unutk di pelajari,
    aku sangat berterimakasih
  • Çok yaratıcı ve bilgi içerikli ve faydalı olduğunu düşünüyorum bu gibi etkinlikler insanların yararına çalışma programı kapsamında düzenlemeler olduğunu düşünüyorum
  • Materi sangat relevan dan aplikatif. Membantu memahami cara berkomunikasi efektif saat menghadapi isu dan krisis, membangun kepercayaan, empati, serta kepemimpinan yang tenang dan tepat.
  • Uğur Güngör
    1
    ''5/5 kesinlikle mükemmel bir kurstu .teorik bilgilerin ötesinde ,kriz anlarında soğukkanlı kalıp ekibi nasıl yönlendireceğimizi somut örneklerle anlatıyor.iletişimi stratejik bir liderlik aracı olarak kullanmak isteyen herkese kesinlikle tavsiye ederim.Eğitmenin anlatımı ve analizleri çok başarılıydı .''
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  • A very good course that provided a clear understanding of how to be effective in crisis communication. The attitudes needed to be a leader in this type of communication.
  • Dr. Onyekachi Kingsley Ebuo
    This is a very exciting time. The topic and themes are very specific and are dealt with extensively by the two presenters. The anchor also did very well. From the presentation, integrity stood very tall. In all that you do, whether acting directly…
  • Vanessa
    The course *Leadership in Effectively Communicating for Causes and Crises* provides a strong foundation for understanding how leaders can communicate clearly and responsibly during sensitive situations. It highlights the importance of tone, timing,…
  • Maaz Abdelrahim Mohamed
    This cause make a lot of things that I don't know at all about that how can we organize our speeches when we want to talk in public how can organize the ideas that we need to talk the main points that we need to focus in public without getting in some details that doesn't have a lot of meaning this to improve and to make the vision of anyone I want to save for him the speech to be that is so clear not for me just but all the persons who are getting the Hops and dreams in me or in the person who that are responsible about his efforts such as the president the manager in which place
  • Timas Daniel Tamani Alamun
    This course is very good and helpful as it boost our leadership and communication skills during the time of conflicts and crises.
    Personally I learned a lot from this course ,it taught me a lot about effective communication and how to handle difference and which approaches are effective to use when handling crises like in a company or organizations.

    I never stopped enjoying what is the connection btn leaderships and effective communication which are two very crucial skills that matters today to solve everyday problem that may arise as a results of difference in culture or education backgrounds.
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    Gam
    Effective communication is one of the most important skills a leader must have, especially during causes and crises. In difficult situations, people look for guidance, clarity, and trust. A strong leader knows how to deliver clear messages that redu…
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    ADULAI DJALÓ
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    I really liked how the course addresses the psychology behind communication in crises of various causes. It helped me understand that leadership goes beyond giving orders; it's about conveying confidence through words. It was a valuable learning experience that will certainly have a positive impact on my career going forward.
  • Pradip Chaudhary
    The “Leadership in Effectively Communicating for Causes and Crises” course by Class Central was very informative and useful. The course explained how leaders should communicate clearly and confidently during difficult situations and social causes. I…
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    SOPYAN ALDINO
    This class of"Leadership in Effectively Communicating for Causes and Crises" course from Harvard University is absolutely outstanding and high quality. The material provided offers deep insights into how a leader must communicate tactfully, clearly, and empathetically when facing critical situations or advocating for social causes.
    ​The delivery via YouTube makes learning highly flexible while still maintaining a high standard of academic quality. The combination of real-world case studies and practical guidance has greatly helped me understand how to manage public narratives to minimize panic. This class is a must-attend for managers, organizational leaders, and PR professionals alike. Highly recommended!
  • This was a highly informative and engaging session on leadership and crisis communication. The speakers emphasized the importance of integrity, consistency, transparency, and empathy when communicating during challenging situations. I especially appreciated the real-world examples, which made the lessons practical and easy to apply. The discussion reinforced that effective leadership is not just about delivering messages but also about building trust and maintaining credibility. I would recommend this course to anyone looking to improve their leadership and communication skills.
  • AFONGANG Tayi Joseph
    Harvard University’s course Leadership in Effectively Communicating for Causes and Crises offered via youtube.com⁠� is an insightful and practical learning experience. The course explains how leaders and organizations can communicate clearly and res…
  • Micah Nigel Victor
    A well organized discussion, bringing real and relevant information to upcoming leaders. The Course highlighted issues of personal image, race, healthcare and the many challenges that come with conversation and the public media. The key take away from this discussion is the importance of keeping a clean image, integrity and holding a strong sense of integrity in and out of the public eye.
  • Aliane Almeida Freitas
    A liderança exerce um papel fundamental em momentos de crise, pois é o líder quem orienta a equipe, transmite confiança e coordena as ações necessárias para enfrentar os desafios.Um bom líder precisa se comunicar de forma clara, objetiva e transparente, ouvindo as preocupações das pessoas e fornecendo informações precisas.
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    MD Nayem Hosen Zehad
    I found the **Leadership in Effectively Communicating for Causes and Crises** course very insightful and practical. It helped me understand how effective communication can build trust, manage crises, and inspire people to take action. The lessons were clear, engaging, and relevant to real-world situations. I especially appreciated the focus on leadership, public engagement, and handling difficult situations with confidence and empathy. This course is highly valuable for anyone interested in leadership, advocacy, or community development.
  • Malka Tabassum
    I learned so many think from this course. That session change my thinking about politics and health and how a leader should be careful about words how media works with people words and emotions and it's also help me to understand in a better way
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    MD Dinesh
    It was really good and excellent and it really helps me to grow my leader ship skills , in the video they have clearly explained about the leader ship qualities so that it is easy for me to understand the section without any doubts .

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