The Learning Cycle roundtable sessions offer a unique opportunity for business leaders to grow their confidence in speaking English while developing their presentation and discussion skills. Customized to meet your organization’s specific needs, these sessions ensure steady improvement through a structured format.
Session Breakdown: A Sample Case
Each session lasts 60 to 90 minutes and includes 2-4 participants from both the client’s team and Learning Cycle. Learning Cycle facilitators may challenge participants to make the debate more engaging, encouraging them to defend their viewpoints and sharpen their argumentation skills. While maintaining a business-like atmosphere, casual conversations and icebreakers are included to reflect the dynamics of international meetings.
Pitch and Perfect Your Business Ideas
Participants will open each session by giving a presentation from an excerpt of their real business slide decks to an audience of Learning Cycle members. This is the perfect opportunity for participants to pitch their project and gain feedback on both the content of the presentation as well as their persuasive speaking abilities. The audience will continuously participate by asking questions and seeking more information from the presenter, ensuring that the participants can develop a well-rounded presentation.
Challenging Perspectives: DEI Discussions
The second half of the roundtable session revolves around a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) topic sourced from the Learning Cycle DEI blog. The author of the chosen article will give a short explanation of the topic and their connection to it, before introducing two discussion questions designed to challenge the participants’ perceptions of these complex issues. A spirited conversation should follow, where all roundtable attendees can share their points of view and teach others about their experiences.
What Sets Us Apart
Real-world data
Sessions always incorporate authentic business materials, such as slide decks and project pitches, to ensure participants are gaining proficiency with real-world content that’s immediately applicable to their professional needs.
Discussion of critical social issues
You will be introduced to a major social or cultural issue that is close to the hearts of our international members. These discussions encourage participants to reflect on important global concerns and share their own experiences. Gain a new perspective on other countries and Japan!
Access to a diverse audience & viewpoints
Have a chance to engage with English speakers from around the world and receive their honest, unfiltered feedback and insights into how different cultures approach business, DEI, and global issues.
A dual approach to learning
By developing both business and English communication skills simultaneously, participants will not only improve their language abilities but also develop the confidence to present, persuade, and discuss complex issues effectively in an international business environment.
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Unlock new potential in your team with Learning Cycle’s roundtable sessions. Join us to develop your team’s presentation, persuasion, and cross-cultural communication skills while navigating global DEI issues.
