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Continue ReadingThe warning signs of a difficult employee
Published by Human Resource Director Written by Emily Douglas Dec 10, 2018 https://www.hrmonline.ca/hr-news/corporate-wellness/the-warning-signs-of-a-difficult-employee-251679.aspx The workplace is a rainforest – a delicate ecosystem that needs to maintain a balance in order to flourish. If one element is out of sync with the rest, the whole environment suffers and may collapse. Difficult employees are the bane of […]
Continue Reading4 Tips for Leaders to Manage and Prevent Employee Conflict
Workplace leaders have a unique responsibility to manage and prevent employee conflict whenever possible. Employees may develop conflicts between each other as a result of cultural differences, competition, or a toxic culture that has been neglected by leadership. Many of these conflicts develop unintentionally, so it requires a conscious effort from workplace leaders to prevent […]
Continue Reading5 Ways to Strengthen Your Company’s Customer Service Skills
In nearly every industry, companies are at the mercy of their customers and must accommodate their needs to the best of their ability with quality service. Unfortunately, many businesses fall short in this crucial area. Professional customer service training courses are well worth it for most organizations, as they can help representatives learn some of […]
Continue Reading5 Negotiation Skills Needed for Difficult Situations
Challenging situations are common in the workplace, and no matter where you are in the organizational hierarchy, you may feel intimidated approaching them. You can overcome challenging circumstances or conflicts by applying some of the techniques found in the best negotiation skills training courses that Stitt Feld Handy Group and other top firms have to […]
Continue ReadingKeeping your employees motivated with training and development programs
Employee motivation is a continual challenge for businesses of all sizes, and it remains one of the most significant factors that determine productivity. When many business owners think of motivation, employee bonuses and other perks often come to mind. However, many managers are unaware that ongoing training and development programs are also proven to work […]
Continue Reading5 Strategies for Handling Difficult People at Work
Difficult people in any organization can be a source of conflict, stress and an energy drain. However, many of the personality characteristics that make people difficult are simple human nature. Often, transferring to a new job or firing a person is not feasible. Many organizations have to interact with a range of difficult people externally, […]
Continue Reading7 Tactics for effective business negotiations
Learning effective negotiation skills can serve you well throughout your career, as they are used on a daily basis in a variety of situations: at the workplace or in business, when purchasing anything, or with interpersonal relationships. In terms of business negotiations, the following tactics can prove to be helpful. At Stitt Feld Handy Group, […]
Continue Reading5 Advantages of face to face meetings for difficult conversations
As tempting as it may be to send out a detailed email regarding a difficult topic in the workplace, it’s often far better to have a face to face meeting in a majority of circumstances. Email certainly has its uses but isn’t particularly effective for challenging conversations, such as discussions relating to conflicts or personal […]
Continue ReadingHow leaders should manage workplace conflicts
Leaders have an inherent responsibility to make sure their employees are heard. If individual team members cannot resolve their conflict, then conflict resolution falls to the leaders and that demands attention and a platform for resolution. Workplace communication training can offer a versatile, detailed, and nuanced platform for businesses dealing with continued conflicts. Team members […]
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