Open and connecting communication
Many organizations aim for an open communication culture. In reality, that turns out to be less easily done than said.
> As managers and as employees, we don't always take feedback among ourselves for granted. As a result, it often happens in an indirect way. Or we do it in a direct way, but sometimes in such a way that the other person does not accept it.
> A lot of people have trouble sharing their point of view, especially if they feel it's a minority vote.
> People are often very afraid of damaging relationships by speaking freely. As a result, negativity disappears under the waterline, which can then later do - sometimes great - damage.
In this performance, we explore what can go wrong and what causes it. We explore how to speak and listen effectively and authentically.
In doing so, we explore the added value of connection, and of clear, honest articulation. We also reflect on the role of stress, status and rolls in a team or organization.
We give explicit attention to continuous feedback as the foundation of an open communication culture. In doing so, we make a clear distinction from other forms of conversation such as evaluations, follow-up calls, coaching.
We let you experience what it means to Communicate with Body, Love and Guts.
More generally, this performance is about strengthening the relational fabric. After all, a team or organization in which much care goes into such a resilient fabric thrives like no other!
The performance is adapted to any familiar communication models or language in the organization, such as specific feedback models, connective communication, ...
Not only did we have a good laugh, the content was very strong. You guys are a top team!
- Leen, Korian
What a wonderful addition to our Brain Boost study day, which focused on connecting communication! The performance Zeg het gewoon (Just Say It) by Tim Theater was not only entertaining, but also particularly relevant. With humor and interaction, important themes such as understanding and empathy were presented in an accessible way. It was the perfect way to engage 400 colleagues in the essence of effective communication, both in the work context and beyond. An inspiring experience that will certainly help us to communicate better and with more connection.
– Local government of Heusden-Zolder