Self-Advocacy: Be Your Own Champion

Are you ready to stand up for yourself and achieve your goals? Do you find yourself struggling to assert your opinions or feeling like you're not getting what you deserve? This course provides the tools and techniques you need to become a confident self-advocate in all areas of your life, from your career to your personal relationships.

What is Self-Advocacy?

Self-advocacy is the ability to speak up for your own needs and wants. It's a crucial skill for success, empowering you to create better outcomes and achieve your full potential. You are uniquely positioned to champion your own interests, and learning to do so effectively is key to a fulfilling life.

In this course, you will:

• Define self-advocacy and understand its significant value, particularly in the workplace.
• Create a self-advocacy goal – identify what you want to achieve and develop a plan to get there.
• Determine and reflect on your personal communication style: Understand how you currently communicate and identify areas for improvement.
• Differentiate between passive, aggressive, and assertive communication: Learn the power of assertive communication and how to use it effectively.
• Discover the GROW Model: A practical framework for setting and achieving personal and professional goals.
• Recognize self-advocacy bad habits that might be hindering your progress.
• Identify strategies for more assertive communication.
• Learn when and how to confidently say no.
• Understand how to find a sponsor – someone who can support your career advancement.

Practical & Actionable Learning:

This course is designed with plenty of activities to help you apply what you learn. You'll engage in self-reflection, identify your desires, and create a personalized plan for success. By the end, you'll have a powerful toolkit of self-advocacy strategies to confidently communicate your needs and achieve your desired outcomes.

Why Self-Advocacy Matters:

Effective self-advocacy isn't just a nice-to-have skill; it's essential. Don't wait for opportunities to come to you – actively create them by expressing yourself and standing up for what you believe in. Whether you're just starting your journey or looking to refine your skills, this course will empower you to become your own champion. You can be your own advocate!