Topic outline

  • General

    Communication & Leadership

    Spring Semester 2024-2025




    Dear students, 
    Welcome to the C&L course moodle!

    This is an online space for sharing information, class material, inspiration, and for you to submit the assignments that are mandatory for the completion of this course.

    In this first tab named "General", you will find:

    • The Syllabus that you should read carefully (if you have any doubts or questions, please ask your respective teachers), where you can also find the suggested bibliography for this semester to complement your learning;
    • and the Class Calendar of the classes for the different cohorts, where you should carefully check your schedule according to the cohort you are registered in, and then register that information in the place that is most convenient for you so that you don't miss a thing (whether paper or digital agenda).
    We hope you enjoy this personal development journey and anything you need, count on us!
    Catarina, Francisco, Madalena and Sádiya

    Contacts:
    Catarina Grosso
    E-mail: catarina.m.grosso@novasbe.pt
    Office hours: Tuesdays & Wednesdays (please send an email to schedule)

    Francisco Mendes
    E-mail: francisco.g.mendes@novasbe.pt
    Office hours: Tuesdays & Thursdays from 09h00 to 12h00 (please send an email to schedule)

    Madalena Caetano
    E-mail: madalena.caetano@novasbe.pt
    Office hours: By appointment (please send an email to schedule)

    Sádiya Munir
    E-mail: sadiya.munir@novasbe.pt
    Office hours: Tuesdays (please send an email to schedule)

  • Class 1 | Communication: The Big Picture

    Why are we here?

    This first class is the kick-off for your self-knowledge journey and, consequently, personal development.

    For each and every class bring an open and curious mind and, above all, participate! Bring your own life experiences and you will see that this sharing will not only make the sessions richer, but it will also help you grow much more easily. 

    Our classes are a safe space for learning and experimentation, so make the most of them!

    Let's go!
    To set the tone we leave you here two interesting videos on the topic of the first class.

    Video #1: Amy Cuddy - Your body language may shape who you are
     

     

    Video #2: Bobby McFerrin - Watch me play ... the audience!
     

     

    Throughout this course, we will provide an online tool that will accompany you on this journey of personal development - an eJournal.

    Curious to see the first chapter of your eJournal?
    At the end of the class, the first part of the eJournal referring to class 1 will be available here.
    Download it to your computer (in PowerPoint format), use it, edit it and customize it as you like!
    When ready, export your eJournal to PDF format and add it to the link corresponding to your class to submit your first assignment.

    Don't forget that in this eJournal you have your first Mandatory Assignment!
    The delivery deadline is always two weeks after the class in which we communicate the Assignment.


    • Assignment 1 | Self-Assessment
      Restricted Not available unless any of:
      • You belong to TPA
      • You belong to TPC
      • You belong to TPD
      • You belong to TPE
      • You belong to TPF
      • You belong to TPG
      • You belong to TPH
      • You belong to TPB

  • Class 2 | Communication Traps

    How and when do we dis-communicate?

    The second class is all about Communication Traps!


    Inevitably, we all fall into communication traps daily when we communicate with others. But, in this class, you will understand something very important: if we become aware that these traps exist and know how to identify them, we can more easily avoid them and improve the way we communicate!

    Ready to see the second chapter of your eJournal?
    At the end of the class, the second part of the eJournal referring to class 2 will be available here.
    Once again, download it to your computer (in PowerPoint format), use it, edit it and customize it as you like!
    When ready, export your eJournal to PDF format and add it to the link corresponding to your class to submit your second assignment.

    Don't forget that in this eJournal you have your second Mandatory Assignment!
    The delivery deadline is four weeks after the class in which we communicate the Assignment.


    • Assignment 2 | Listen to Lead
      Restricted Not available unless any of:
      • You belong to TPA
      • You belong to TPB
      • You belong to TPC
      • You belong to TPD
      • You belong to TPE
      • You belong to TPF
      • You belong to TPG
      • You belong to TPH

  • Class 3 | Pitching Yourself & Personal Brand

    There's no second chance for a first good impression.

    Yes, that's right! That's why we have this class. 

    In our third class, we will learn and practice the foundations for a successful job interview.
    For this reason, don't forget to bring to class your updated CV and the description of a job you would like to apply to. If you find it difficult to find one, you have here a folder with some possible job descriptions.
    If you want to receive feedback about your CV, you can always ask us and we will schedule an appointment with you during office hours. You can also reach Career Services from Nova SBE, who might provide you with additional feedback.

    Here's a video with a very interesting perspective on vulnerability and authenticity: the starting point for developing your personal brand!

    Video #3: Brené Brown - The power of vulnerability

     

      

    Ready to see the third chapter of your eJournal?

    As you know, the third part of the eJournal referring to class 3 is available here.

    Once again, download it to your computer (in PowerPoint format), use it, edit it and customize it as you like!

  • Class 4 | The Power of Stories & Feedback

    Storytelling and how good feedback is the key to growth.

    The fourth class is about storytelling and feedback! 

    Do you know how to tell a story persuasively? We will give you tools that you can implement whenever writing a public speech! You find below a framework for public speaking called Cicero. We invite you to watch the following video, which shows Cicero's creators presenting the product they have launched using the framework.

    Video #4: Andrea Binasco and Matteo di Pascale - Cicero Public Speaking Cards

      

     

    Furthermore, did you know that the best gift you can give to someone's development is constructive and sustained feedback?
    During the day we are constantly giving and receiving feedback from each other. In this class, we will explore this topic and understand how we can become better at giving and receiving feedback.

    Ready to see the fourth chapter of your eJournal?
    The fourth part of the eJournal referring to class 4 is also available here. There you can find the instructions and the evaluation criteria for the Individual Presentation of the next class. Prepare yourself! You have there also an optional assignment where you can structure your script using the Cicero framework.


  • Class 5 | Individual Presentations - Human Communication

    How do we keep communication human?

    Our fifth class is the class where you are going to shine! It is the time for the individual presentations! 
    If you need to, please upload your visual aids here on Moodle, so your professors have them on the computer when you are going to present.

    Our last classes will be focused on the topic of leadership - the essential pillar for an organization's survival! 
    As such, we invite you to watch the video below hoping to plant the seed of leadership and to inspire you.

    Video #5: Lars Sudmann - Great leadership starts with self-leadership

     

     

    Thus, this C&L journey will end with a group presentation - LEADERSHIP VOICES - which you will prepare with your classmates in the sixth class. You can find below the composition of your group!

    Ready to see the fifth chapter of your eJournal?
    As you know, the fifth part of the eJournal is available here. This is the last part of the eJournal and the next big challenge is your group presentation on the topic of LEADERSHIP. In this scope, you have available on this eJournal materials on Leadership that you should read in order to help you preparing your presentation. Furthermore, you have the instructions and the evaluation criteria of the group presentation. As always, do not hesitate to contact us if you need help.

  • Class 6 | Preparation

    Are you ready?

    An important takeaway from this course is that you should always prepare your speeches or presentations. Therefore, this class is going to prepare you for your Group Presentations applying the tools that you have learnt in class 4.

    Make sure you read eJournals 4 and 5 and that you meet with your group at least once before this class.

    We would like to invite you to watch the following video where you can observe the importance of incorporating constructive feedback and preparing your presentations. Notice the difference that preparation made in the quality of Ranjit's presentation.

    Video #6: The Importance of Preparation on Presentation Quality

     

     

    It is the time for you to try it! Ask for feedback on your initial ideas, improve and prepare for the Group Presentation. Good luck!

    • Class 7 | Group Presentations - Leadership Voices

      What topic struck you the most in this course?

      It may seem that this journey has come to an end because we have reached our seventh and last class... but NO! We like to look at this last class as the end of an individual and collective awareness stage and the beginning of a new personal journey. A new, more aware, improved and better version of yourself, which requires that you continue to invest in your self-knowledge journey throughout life! Only by leading ourselves first, will we be able to lead others effectively and positively.

      And for that reason, we invite you to watch the video below to inspire you to continue with the right mindset for the rest of your life!

      Video #7: Steve Harvey - Last message

       

       
      We wish you the best and, for the foreseeable future, good luck for your group presentation!

      Count on us to help with your preparation by giving you feedback before the final class!
      Check the office hours and schedule with us!

      After the presentation, do not forget to submit the Peer Evaluation.