Based on the best-selling book by Jeremie Kubicek and Steve Cockram. Discover how understanding your leadership voice can revolutionize your communication with teams. This course focuses on identifying and mastering the five core leadership voices—Nurturer, Creative, Guardian, Connector, and Pioneer—enabling you to adapt to different team dynamics and lead with empathy. Through practical strategies, you’ll learn to leverage these voices to improve team collaboration, resolve conflicts, and drive growth.
The 5 Voices: Effectively Communicate with Everyone You Lead
The 5 Voices: Effectively Communicate with Everyone You Lead
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2 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
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What you'll learn
Identify your primary leadership voice and its influence on team interactions
Recognize and adapt to the five core team voices in real-time communication
Lead with greater empathy and influence by aligning team voices for optimal performance
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February 2026
Assessments
14 assignments
Taught in English
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There are 14 modules in this course
In this section, we help you identify your unique leadership voice, analyze vocal patterns for self-awareness, and communicate with authentic confidence to enhance influence and connection in professional settings.
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2 videos2 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore the 5 Voices model to identify natural communication styles, analyze their impact on team dynamics, and apply self-awareness to enhance interpersonal effectiveness and leadership in real-world settings.
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1 video3 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore the 5 Voices assessment to identify your foundational personality style, analyze how voice order influences behavior and decision-making, and apply insights to enhance self-awareness and interpersonal effectiveness.
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1 video5 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore the Nurturer voice-its role in fostering relational harmony, supporting team well-being, and sustaining organizational health through empathy, presence, and care. Recognizing this foundational voice enhances inclusive leadership and personal impact.
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1 video3 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore the Creative voice - its future-oriented mindset, impact on innovation, and role in organizational growth. Learn to identify, support, and leverage this voice for transformative outcomes in team dynamics and real-world applications.
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1 video2 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore the Guardian voice's role in ensuring team stability, discipline, and infrastructure. We learn to recognize their systems-focused mindset and leverage their feedback to enhance project execution and team productivity.
What's included
1 video3 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore the Connector voice in team dynamics, highlighting its role in fostering collaboration, aligning resources, and enhancing momentum while addressing risks of superficial engagement and misalignment.
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1 video2 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore the Pioneer voice-characterized by rationality, future orientation, and leadership drive. Learn to identify its impact, leverage its innovation potential, and apply strategies to foster team cohesion and constructive change.
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1 video3 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore how verbal communication functions as a weapons system, emphasizing intentional use of tone, volume, and words to minimize harm and enhance team collaboration through self-awareness and purposeful interaction.
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1 video4 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore the 5 Voices framework to identify individual communication styles and apply rules of engagement that enhance team alignment, balance participation, and improve collaboration through shared understanding and intentional interaction.
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1 video6 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore the 5 Voices model to identify your foundational voice order, apply the 70/30 Principle for balance, and enhance leadership effectiveness by leveraging natural communication tendencies to improve team dynamics and self-awareness.
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1 video3 readings1 assignment
In this section, we apply Everett Rogers' Diffusion of Innovations to align communication strategies with audience readiness, using Connectors to bridge gaps and ensure vision clarity across diverse groups, enhancing change adoption and sustainability.
What's included
1 video4 readings1 assignment
In this section, we apply the 5 Voices framework to analyze foundational leadership styles and team member tendencies, enabling personalized strategies that enhance communication, build trust, and drive transformational change within the Team Circle of Influence.
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1 video2 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore how identifying your core communication style and leading with intention creates a ripple effect. Self-awareness empowers you to transform relationships and influence communities positively.
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1 video1 reading1 assignment
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