WEBINAR
Gossip, Rumors, & Workplace Busybodies:
How to Promote Positive Co-worker Communication
Thursday, October 29
1:00 p.m. (Eastern)
The destructive effects of gossip and grapevine rumors can undermine performance and damage working relationships
When toxic talk infects an entire department, managers may feel powerless to counteract the damage caused by disparaging comments and persistent negativity. They may believe that “you can’t change human nature.”
But tolerating these harmful behaviors is definitely NOT the best solution. You can take control and successfully defuse the negative impact of gossip, rumors and workplace busybodies.
Join coaching professional Marie McIntyre on October 29 for a powerful 90-minute online training session and discover practical strategies to identify and address negative chatter, manage difficult personalities and transform your workplace dynamics.
This webinar is your opportunity to transform your workplace into a positive, productive and harmonious environment. By addressing gossip and negative behaviors head-on, you can improve team morale, boost productivity and create a culture of respect and collaboration.
Don’t miss out on this crucial training. Reserve your spot now and take the first step towards creating a workplace where positive communication thrives and toxic talk is a thing of the past.
WEBINAR AGENDA:
- Identify negative chatter and encourage positive behavior.
Recognize 6 signs that your office has a problem with gossip and rumors before they escalate. Understand how managers may inadvertently encourage negative behaviors, with actionable steps to stop it. - Handle difficult personalities effectively.
Gain best practices for dealing with tattletales, drama queens, whiners and bullies, ensuring they don’t derail team morale. Discover how to turn gossip and the grapevine to your advantage. - Avoid sensitive topics and manage rumor peaks.
Learn the 7 topics everyone should avoid at the office to maintain a respectful and professional environment. Find out when the rumor mill will always heat up, with effective strategies to mitigate its impact. - Focus on behavior, not attitude.
Shift your focus from discussing “attitude” to addressing specific, actionable behaviors that can be corrected. Utilize the “team turnaround” process to involve your group in solving the problem collectively. - Leverage positive reinforcement and conduct effective coaching.
Harness the power of high expectations, sincere praise and clear consequences to foster a positive work culture. Master 10 steps for conducting an exceptional coaching session that drives real change. - Address denial and blame, and take next steps.
Implement techniques to use when employees blame others or deny responsibility. Learn what to do when coaching doesn’t work and how to enforce accountability.
✔ Enhanced workplace morale and productivity. Learn strategies to eliminate gossip, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment, which enhances morale and productivity.
✔ Enhanced management skills. Gain tools and techniques to handle difficult personalities, address sensitive issues and conduct effective coaching sessions, improving your management capabilities.
✔ Proactive problem-solving. Discover how to identify and address potential issues before they escalate, ensuring a harmonious workplace and preventing the damaging effects of gossip and rumors.
PRESENTED BY:

Marie G. McIntyre, PH.D. operates an international career coaching business and the popular website YourOfficeCoach.com. She has written a workplace advice column, Your Office Coach, for thirteen years and is the author of two books: Secrets to Winning at Office Politics and The Management Team Handbook. Marie has worked with clients from many different countries, and her advice has appeared in Fortune, the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, Canadian Business, CNBC, and many other publications. Previously, Marie held management positions in both business and government, including Director of Human Resources in a Fortune 500 company. She has more than twenty years’ experience in career coaching and leadership development.
REGISTRATION BONUSES:

Everyone who signs up will receive a copy of Recognizing and Changing Toxic Workplaces. Identifying, changing and preventing toxicity in the workplace is a difficult and draining responsibility. With this white paper, learn how to promote positive mindsets and why it is important to include negative emotions.

You’ll also receive one month of exclusive access to Managing People at Work, our comprehensive online resource designed to make you a stronger, better-prepared manager. So that you continue to benefit from Managing People at Work, we will continue your subscription after that for the then-current rate, unless you tell us “no, thanks”—your choice.
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