Being Heard
Communication when the conversation actually matters.
It is relatively easy to talk when everyone already agrees. This programme is about communicating clearly when they do not, when the stakes are high or when you need to change someone's mind.
Practical info
- When:
- every Saturday, 15:00–17:00, until 12 December 2026
- Where:
- CasArcobaleno, Via Bernardino Lanino 3/A, 10152 Torino
- Who:
- Community Pass holders and AEGEE Torino members
- First time:
- free trial session, email board@aegeetorino.it
- Registration:
- from your private area after logging in
- Format:
- practical 2-hour workshops on communication and personal effectiveness
All Sessions of the Soft Skills Corner Cycle
What we cover
1. Clarity Under Pressure
How to structure an argument so people actually listen, even when you are interrupted or put on the spot.
2. Reading the Room
Understanding the difference between what people say and what they mean, and adjusting your communication to match the audience.
3. Constructive Disagreement
How to challenge an idea without making it a personal attack. Managing conflict and maintaining relationships.
4. The Pitch
Getting buy-in for an idea when people are skeptical or distracted.
5. Active Listening
Moving beyond waiting for your turn to speak. Using questions to uncover the real issue.
6. Non-Verbal Communication
How body language, pacing and silence affect authority and credibility.
7. Negotiation Basics
Finding common ground and knowing when to walk away.
8. Handling Difficult Questions
Techniques for bridging, reframing and responding to aggressive or poorly framed questions.
9. Speaking to Authority
How to present ideas to people who have more power, experience or skepticism than you do.
10. Application
Bringing the skills together in a final practical simulation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Soft Skills Corner free?
Your first session is free: email board@aegeetorino.it to book it. After that, it's included in the Community Pass (€12 for 6 months) and in Membership (€20 per year).
Do I have to attend every session?
No. Each Saturday workshop stands on its own, so you can join the ones that interest you.
How do I register?
Pass holders and members register for each session from their private area on aegeetorino.it.