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Getting on the Same Page: Communication Strategies to Build Team Cohesion, Collaboration, and Trust

Getting on the Same Page: Communication Strategies to Build Team Cohesion, Collaboration, and Trust

2026-07-29T14:00:00 2026-07-29T15:00:00 Getting on the Same Page: Communication Strategies to Build Team Cohesion, Collaboration, and Trust

Team cohesion doesn’t happen by accident—it’s built through intentional communication. In this program, participants learn practical tools and approaches to reduce communication breakdowns, strengthen trust, and create more open, effective collaboration in their day-to-day work. As a result of this program, attendees will:

  • Explore benefits of formal, informal, and open communication at work
  • Reflect on practical communication strategies for building team cohesion and trust
  • Build confidence for having difficult conversations

Who will Benefit from this Program:

  • Library staff, managers and leaders

This project is made possible by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan.

 702 W. Kalamazoo St., Lansing, Michigan, 48915
Event Date

Start: July 29, 2026 2:00 PM

End: July 29, 2026 3:00 PM

Team cohesion doesn’t happen by accident—it’s built through intentional communication. In this program, participants learn practical tools and approaches to reduce communication breakdowns, strengthen trust, and create more open, effective collaboration in their day-to-day work. As a result of this program, attendees will:

  • Explore benefits of formal, informal, and open communication at work
  • Reflect on practical communication strategies for building team cohesion and trust
  • Build confidence for having difficult conversations

Who will Benefit from this Program:

  • Library staff, managers and leaders

This project is made possible by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan.

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