
Virtual/Instructor-led training
Navigating Challenging Conversations and Difficult Situations
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Introduction
Challenging conversations and difficult situations are inevitable in coaching interactions with direct reports. Effective managers possess the skills to navigate these conversations with sensitivity, professionalism, and support.
This session focuses on strategies for managing resistance, handling conflicts, and providing the necessary support during challenging coaching discussions.
Managers will gain valuable tools and techniques to address difficult situations and foster positive outcomes.
Details
- Presentation Length: 90-mins; 3hrs; 7hrs
- Participant Numbers: 15-500+
- Delivery methods: ILT, VILT, E-Learning Modules, Webinars, Blended Learning, Mobile Learning, Microlearning
- Onsite training available globally: North & South America, EMEIA, APAC, LATAM
- Languages: English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian, Mandarin, Arabic, Japanese, and Malay.
- Understanding Challenging Conversations and Difficult Situations
- Recognizing common types of challenging coaching conversations.
- Understanding the impact of unresolved challenges on coaching relationships.
- Managing Resistance and Overcoming Barriers
- Techniques for identifying and managing resistance from direct reports.
- Building trust and rapport to facilitate open communication and engagement.
- Addressing Conflicts Constructively
- Strategies for managing conflicts within coaching interactions.
- Promoting positive dialogue and finding mutually beneficial solutions.
- Providing Support during Sensitive Discussions
- Demonstrating empathy and active listening during sensitive coaching conversations.
- Establishing a safe and supportive environment for open and honest discussions.
included in 90-min, Half Day & Full Day sessions
- Role-Play: Participants engage in simulated challenging coaching conversations, applying conflict resolution and support techniques.
- Case Studies: Participants analyze real-life case studies, identifying strategies to navigate challenging conversations and difficult situations.
- Reflective Journaling: Participants reflect on their own experiences with challenging conversations and identify areas for improvement.
included in 3hr+7hr sessions.
- Conflict Resolution Strategies: A framework that provides guidelines for managing conflicts and finding resolution.
- Non-Violent Communication: A framework that emphasizes empathetic and respectful communication to navigate difficult conversations.
- Enhanced skills for navigating challenging coaching conversations and difficult situations.
- Increased ability to manage resistance and conflicts constructively.
- Improved support provision during sensitive discussions.
- Strengthened coaching relationships through effective handling of difficult situations.
- Creation of a positive and supportive coaching environment.