The idea of The Communication Cafe evolved through churning of ideas, sharing experiences and discussions on various Teaching Learning methodologies. Over time, many ideologies paved way for new methodologies in the area of teaching Language and Communication Skills. However, at The Communication Cafe we realised that in order to make the process of imparting skills effective we need to bring in a change. We decided to replace Teaching by Facilitating, Learning by Acquiring and creating an environment conducive for the learner’s growth.
Communication is the basis of an individual’s growth and progress, but skillful communication is what differentiates a person from others. The ability to communicate assertively is the hallmark of progress. The absence of communication skills leads us to nowhere. These essential attributes of personality get suppressed in competitive surroundings, especially groups.
Once the need to feel empowered by skills is identified by an individual, The Communication Cafe steps in…
At The Communication Cafe we enable individuals to realise their potential and help them carve a niche for themselves in dynamic and competitive surroundings. We customise programmes to suit the learners’ needs and conduct those by applying various techniques. Our name therefore has the word Cafe…. a place where a person can freely discuss the areas of development and acquire necessary skills with confidence.
Dr. Shilpa Deshpande is Ph.D. in English. She is British Council certified IELTS trainer and certified Corporate Trainer. Her experience as a Trainer and Facilitator spans over 23 years. After completing Masters in English in 1997 she got an opportunity to conduct a programme in Communication skills for undergraduate students and since then there has been no turning back. Along with various teaching assignments she kept herself updated by participating in various training programmes. Her association with various Engineering and Management Institutions and Colleges in Aurangabad as Language and Soft skills Trainer provided her an opportunity to expand her areas of expertise. She has conducted Language Skills, Leadership Skills and Communication Skills programmes for various companies. Dr. Shilpa Deshpande imparts training with a passion to empower people with the skills essential not just for professional progress but also personal evolution.
Initially a banker, Shailaja made a significant career shift to academics. She discovered her passion for teaching and completed Graduation in Education and Masters in Arts with English as her specialization. Shailaja with her fine aesthetic sense coupled with an eye for perfection designs and manages content for The Communication Cafe.
The ability to speak in English makes an individual confident. There are different reasons why people aspire to learn English. English language is not limited just to making an impression in interviews or giving presentations but it has a vast scope. We have programmes to suit different requirements of different individuals. The Communication Cafe offers training in developing English language skills to Students, Job Aspirants, Teachers, Professionals and Homemakers. Don't hold yourself back... take a step forward and join The Communication Cafe to discover your potential.
The ability to communicate effectively is a skill. Be it Spoken or Written, it has has to be powerful enough to take you to your goal. Many of us have great ideas but because of our inability to speak and write in the appropriate way we fail to make an impression. Participate in our interactive workshops and lead yourself to success.
There are many gestures that we use or do unknowingly. These gestures or actions may, sometimes go against us during Presentations, Interviews or Discussions. These and various other actions or mannerisms need to be corrected in order to make the right impact on people. These may be generally classified as soft skills or life skills... the skills that empower us with confidence. Join The Communication Cafe to learn more about the skills that are essential for being successful.
If you aspire to go abroad for higher education The Communication Cafe is the place for you to develop your English Language Skills. We prepare you for the IELTS Examination through training and practice tests.
Dear Shilpa Ma'am,
It is said that 'A teacher takes a hand,opens a mind and touches a heart.' and you are a sublime example of this.
Being a English literature enthusiast it was necessary for me to furbish my language and that was the reason why I joined THE COMMUNICATION CAFE. And I must say that you have taught me to appreciate the power of words and to collaborate and communicate effectively.
I will always look to you with gratitude and appreciation for providing me an open ended platform for active discussion with a english old hand like you.
Your course has helped me to overcome jitters and express myself with full confidence and cool headedness. You have a very appealing trait of pointing out mistakes without making students feel diffident or under confident. You interactive teaching pattern, well designed assignments, logophilic nature will definitely prove propitious for me.
Also you style of presenting your content in a clear and sequential manner helped me to recollect it in the best way possible. Your lessons on life and personality gave me the strength that I needed to take next steps towards my dream.
They made me a better and more thoughtful person.
Thanks Ma'am for emboldening me and giving me a never to be forgotten experience at The Communication Cafe.
I have been in the field of cosmetology for more than a decade. In this profession there is a lot of interaction with people from various fields. Even if I am confident about my work it becomes crucial to understand the needs of the client. Being in profession I had lost touch with the other aspects of life.
With the lockdown got free time in hand and that’s when knowing Dr. Shilpa Piyush Deshapande became like a blessing for me. She has a very charismatic way of taking you where you need to be.
Her sessions are not just limited to the time period but they open up doors for you to explore, the hidden qualities you have.
She is a true Guru as she leads us to the path of success not only professionally but also personally by making us realize that we are capable of anything we decide to.
Dr. Shilpa does it in such a way that it makes any difficult tasks look effortless and approachable.
Communication Cafe has not only helped me to gain confidence to understand clients’ needs but also to interact with them on topics other than cosmetology.
Communication Cafe has helped overcome my childhood academic fear, changed my way of seeing and interpreting the world.
It has made me livelier rather than being just workaholic.
Sometime we miss our true self when are busy making our career /profession successful.
There is no age limit for one to connect to Communication Cafe.
The earlier the better!!
Thank you!! Dr. Shilpa, for the wonderful experience at Communication Cafe.
You are an inspiration for all.
I'm Pratiksha Wankhede from Chikhli . I'm studying in 3rd year Computer Engineering . I am delighted to put my feelings and experience in the following words ...
I was not good in English before I met Dr. Deshpande Ma'am . I could read , write as well as understand English but didn't have much confidence in speaking . I used to be afraid to talk in English because of the lack of confidence . I really wanted to speak the language without any hesitation . So , I decided to join the online class .
After searching a lot , I found Ma'am's class and enrolled myself for English Language Programme. Ma'am really worked hard on building up my confidence . I started to speak in English with full confidence just in few days .
It doesn't mean that I can speak English fluently but we all know that "Nothing is possible without self confidence". And I'm sure , after a couple of months I will be able to speak English with fluency and accuracy and it will possible only with Deshpande Maam's support and guidance . She is still working hard on my vocabulary development .
Thank you for everything Ma'am ... I'm really glad to have the best teacher in my life.
Thank you so much.
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