Becoming a ‘Crisis Tamer’
When workplace trauma became crystal clear for me
Stop Telling Employees to ‘Manage Their Emotional Responses’ to Abuse in the Workplace
You don’t ‘manage’ abuse. You stop it or get a way from it.
Narcissistic Rage in the Workplace
No, you’re not being ‘too sensitive.’ Narcissistic rage is real and traumatizing for both the target and bystanders.
An Unconventional Approach To Firing Employees
Whether from cause or a RIF, here’s an invitation to incorporate unconventional elements and unrecognized considerations into an employee termination conversation that can mean the difference between a positive outcome or a regrettable event.
"tbh" or The Art of Being Honest
Being honest without being brutal. Because your words matter.
A Better Way To Address Workplace Harassment and Bullying
Making your workplace environment 'inhospitable' and ‘allergic’ to abusive behavior is far more effective than the conventional prevention training paradigm.
Compassionate Candor for Difficult Conversations
‘Compassionate Candor’ is an effective tool for messaging and situational management when difficult workplace conversations become necessary. It is particularly effective for convos with people who have a history of passive-aggressive or obstructive behavior.
Resilience Building for Mental Health and Well-Being
Resilience is not built in the absence of stressors, but during. Every human being comes equipped with the ability for resilience building, it just takes development.
Trauma Informed Leadership
Trauma Informed Leadership is quickly becoming a core competency for effectively responding to trauma in the workplace from multiple drivers.