How to Talk to Employees as a Manager: Mastering Communication and Navigating Difficult Conversations

Brenda Neckvatal
Instructor:
Brenda Neckvatal 
Duration: 60 Minutes
Webinar ID: 73242

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Price Details
Recorded Webinar
$199 One Attendee
$399 Corporate Recorded

Recorded: Access recorded version, only for one participant unlimited viewing for 6 months ( Access information will be emailed 24 hours after the completion of live webinar)

Corporate Recorded: Access recorded version, Any number of participants unlimited viewing for 6 months ( Access information will be emailed 24 hours after the completion of live webinar)

Overview:

This comprehensive course is designed to equip managers with the essential skills and techniques necessary to effectively communicate with their employees. Effective communication is the cornerstone of successful leadership, and this session will delve into various scenarios, from common to challenging, that managers encounter in their day-to-day interactions with their teams.

Through a blend of theory and practical examples, participants will learn how to navigate conversations with employees in a manner that fosters trust, understanding, and collaboration

Why should you Attend: This comprehensive course is designed to equip managers with the essential skills and techniques necessary to effectively communicate with their employees. Effective communication is the cornerstone of successful leadership, and this session will delve into various scenarios, from common to challenging, that managers encounter in their day-to-day interactions with their teams.

Areas Covered in the Session:

  • Participants will delve into the core principles of communication, understanding its impact on team dynamics, productivity, and organizational culture. Through interactive discussions and real-world examples, managers will gain insights into common communication challenges encountered in the workplace and learn practical strategies for overcoming them
  • One of the key focuses of this course is navigating difficult conversations. Managers will learn how to approach sensitive topics such as performance issues, conflicts, and other employee concerns with empathy and professionalism
  • Participants will develop the ability to communicate effectively in challenging situations, fostering a culture of open dialogue and trust within their teams
  • Moreover, this session will equip managers with the tools and techniques needed to address more serious and egregious employee relations issues. From misconduct to disciplinary actions and terminations, participants will learn how to handle these situations with clarity, fairness, and sensitivity, while upholding organizational policies and legal requirements
  • Additionally, the course will cover coaching strategies for leaders within the organization. Managers will learn how to mentor and guide their team leaders in improving their communication skills, thus cascading effective communication practices throughout the organization
  • By the end of this session, managers will emerge with a comprehensive understanding of how to effectively communicate with employees, navigate difficult conversations with confidence, and cultivate a positive and productive work environment. Join us to sharpen your communication skills and elevate your effectiveness as a manager in today's dynamic workplace

Who Will Benefit:
  • HR professionals
  • HR managers
  • HR Directors
  • HR Generalists
  • Human Resource Business Partners
  • CEOs
  • Presidents
  • Owners
  • Partners
  • COO
  • VP of Human Resources
  • Chief Learning Officer
  • Directors
  • Project Managers
  • Operation Managers and Supervisors
  • Team Leaders
  • Staff Managers and Supervisors


Speaker Profile
Brenda Neckvatal is a three-time bestselling author, an award-winning Human Results professional, and a serial entrepreneur who has been featured in publications such as Forbes, Entrepreneur, Fast Company, Inc., and US News and World Reports. Perseverance, integrity, and relentless optimism are just a few of the ingredients you experience when meeting and working with Brenda.

Not only does she help business leaders tackle their toughest people challenges, but she is also a recognized expert in crisis management and group dynamics. As a trusted mentor to leaders and managers at all levels, she equips them with the skills to navigate complex interpersonal issues, resolve conflicts, and lead with confidence. By mastering these skills, they can lead their teams into tomorrow’s rapidly evolving business landscape with resilience, clarity, and purpose.

She really enjoys helping people solve their unique problems, and human resources offered her the ability to support her co-workers in a greater capacity. Having the benefit of working for a total of six Fortune 500 companies, she converted her experience into advising her audience to use tried and trusted best practices that help leaders achieve their workforce goals.

In her 30-year career in human resources and business, she has consulted to over 700 small businesses and 1,000 leaders. She has optimized employee effectiveness and helped leaders develop high-performing teams and navigate intense employment-related decisions.

Brenda is a devoted volunteer in the Navy SEAL Community and is constantly finding new ways of supporting veterans of Naval Special Warfare. She dedicates 32 weeks a year to working with The Honor Foundation to support the career transition of Special Forces personnel by providing them with her knowledge, insight, and creativity.


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