What Babel is about
In Babel, you step into the shoes of a Western architect invited to Shanghai to build the most eco-friendly tower in the world. Getting it done on schedule won't come down to blueprints alone: it depends on how effectively you communicate with everyone involved.
Every person you deal with has their own communication style, and they don't all respond the same way to what you say or how you say it. Your job is to spot that style, steer clear of what shuts the conversation down and lean into what brings you closer.
You practice through hands-on exercises and simulators in a safe, stress-free setting, and get personalized feedback before the next conversation. Interpersonal communication training you'll actually want to play.
What you'll learn
- The four interpersonal communication styles and what defines each one.
- How to recognize the style of the person you're talking to.
- What to avoid and what to reinforce when communicating with each style.
- How to build rapport by practicing in a wide range of situations.
- How to bring more empathy, assertiveness and self-control to your conversations at work.
Course outline
- Level1
Recognize who you're talking to
Identify the communication style of each person you interact with.
- Level2
Learn the characteristics of each style
Get to know the four styles and how they behave.
- Level3
Spot the limiters
Detect what holds interpersonal communication back and how to avoid it.
- Level4
Use the boosters
Put into practice what strengthens the conversation and helps you connect with each style.
How it plays
A mission in Shanghai
Storytelling with a clear goal: get the world's greenest tower finished on time.
Simulators and exercises
Put your communication skills to the test in varied situations, risk-free and stress-free.
Personalized feedback
After each exercise you see what went well and what you can fine-tune.
Rankings, levels and badges
Gamification that keeps you playing until the very last brick is laid.
Who it's for
- Professionals from any area and level: Babel is designed for all profiles.
- People who need to build better rapport with colleagues and other contacts to improve their results.
- Anyone who wants to communicate better outside work too, in their personal life.
FAQ
How long does Babel take and how is it played?
About 2 hours. It's played online: all you need is a device with an internet connection.
Can it be integrated into our LMS?
Yes. Play it on the Game Strategies platform or add Babel as another course in your LMS (Cornerstone, Moodle, SAP SuccessFactors…), and track each learner's and group's progress in real time.
What are the interpersonal communication styles?
They're the different ways people express themselves and relate to others. Babel works with four styles: you learn to recognize them and adapt the way you speak to each one.
Which skills does this communication skills training cover?
Effective communication, empathy, assertiveness, flexibility and self-control, among others. It also works on conflict management, negotiation, and impact and influence.
Which languages is it available in?
Spanish, English and French.
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Shall we play?
Tell us what your team needs to practice and, in a personalized demo, we'll show you the solution that will make the biggest impact on your organization.