Dealing with Toxic People at Work Webinar

by Aug 9, 2023

Having a healthy workplace and positive colleagues is incredibly crucial. It’s not just some minor thing—it actually has a huge impact on both the employees and the organization as a whole. When people feel good about their work environment, it can make a world of difference in their overall happiness and productivity.

Think about it this way: when you’re surrounded by supportive and positive coworkers, it creates a sense of camaraderie and teamwork. This can lead to better collaboration, increased creativity, and a higher level of job satisfaction. It’s like everyone becomes part of a well-oiled machine, working together towards common goals.

On the flip side, if a workplace is unhealthy and there’s a negative atmosphere, it can take a toll on everyone involved. People might feel stressed, unmotivated, or even burnt out. This not only affects their individual performance but can also impact the organization’s success as a whole. After all, a company is only as strong as its employees.

As culture geeks (as we like to call it), we deeply understand the significance of a healthy workplace and the impact it has on individuals and organizations alike. We’re all about understanding workplace culture and its impact, and we’re pretty passionate about it too. 

And that’s where we come in—as experts in this field, we’re dedicated to sharing valuable insights and practical strategies to tackle the challenges that arise when dealing with difficult individuals in the workplace.

With that said, we are thrilled to invite you to our FREE webinar on “Dealing with Toxic People at Work.” Join us on August 30th, 10 AM PST for an insightful session aimed at providing effective strategies to handle challenging personalities in the workplace. .

No matter what industry you’re in, the stuff we’re gonna share in this webinar is gonna be universally relevant and super impactful for your professional life. So, mark your calendar and secure your spot right now to make sure you don’t miss out on this golden opportunity. Oh, and did we mention? You’ll even earn 1 SHRM PDC for joining in! 

 

Toxic People at Work Webinar Description

Positive psychology teaches us that relationships play a crucial role in our overall well-being and happiness. However, there are some relationships that can be harmful and draining, known as toxic relationships. When toxicity is present in the workplace, it can create even more challenges. 

Toxic individuals can be significant barriers to a productive and healthy work environment. They have the ability to contaminate the atmosphere and negatively impact the entire team. But what do you do? Should you ignore them? Should you confront them? Moreover, what can you do if management is not addressing the issue? 

Join the founder of Civility Partners as she discusses strategies for dealing with toxic people at work, with over 15 years of experience working as a consultant specializing in solving toxic workplace behaviors and cultures.

 

Learning Objectives:

At the end of this presentation, attendees will learn:

  • Learn what is considered toxic behavior.
  • An easy model to explain bad behaviors as a social phenomenon.
  • Learn how to deal with difficult people at work.
  • How unconscious bias contributes to toxic behavior and how to minimize it.
  • A list of action steps to creating a positive and respectful work culture.

Register today using this link. We look forward to your participation!

 

Written by: Jennifer Areola

Civility is the platform for organizational success—it is absolutely necessary for an organization to reach its goals. Download our Ebook on Seeking Civility to learn more on how to create a workplace free of bullying and abusive conduct.

 

Catherine

About Catherine Mattice

Catherine Mattice, MA, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, is the founder/CEO of Civility Partners, an organizational development firm focused on helping organizations create respectful workplace cultures and specializing in turning around toxic cultures. Civility Partners’ clients range from Fortune 500’s to small businesses across many industries. Catherine is a TEDx speaker and an HR thought-leader who has appeared in such venues as USA Today, Bloomberg, CNN, NPR, and many other national news outlets as an expert. She’s an award-winning speaker, author and blogger, and has 50+ courses reaching global audiences on LinkedIn Learning. Catherine’s award-winning book, BACK OFF! Your Kick-Ass Guide to Ending Bullying at Work, was hailed by international leadership-guru, Ken Blanchard, as, “the most comprehensive and valuable handbook on the topic.” Her latest book is Navigating Toxic Work Environments For Dummies (Wiley),

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