Joyce Weiss

I work with organizations and individuals who want to kick conflict and chaos to the curb - Communication Strategist and Master Coach

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2 Ways to Effectively Deal with Passive-Aggressive Behavior | Video 1

Do you work or live with a person who exhibits passive-aggressive behavior?
Are you ready to find out how to communicate with this person in a productive way?

If so this video below is just for you.

Several coaching clients have discussed their challenges dealing with passive/aggressive behavior with either family or colleagues.
I need to be clear that there is passive-aggressive behavior, not people.
This makes it less personable and more manageable.

Definition of Passive-Aggressive Behavior 

Passive-aggressive behavior is expressing negative feelings indirectly instead of openly talking about them.
Additionally, they may feel angry, resentful, or frustrated. But they act neutral, pleasant, or even cheerful. Plus they find indirect ways to show how they really feel.

Do these 3 examples sound familiar to you?

1. A girlfriend was mad at her boyfriend, Bruce. She didn’t tell him that she was upset.
Her passive-aggressive behavior was blasting the volume of the music which was unbearable for Bruce to hear.
Bruce is my client and we discussed this challenging behavior. He now realizes that he needs to speak directly to his girlfriend when she shows these tendencies.

2. An aunt said the following to her niece, Kate: “Kate, I like your new haircut because it makes your face slimmer.”
During our coaching session, Kate practiced how to answer her aunt in future conversations. Kate now understands this behavior. She communicates with her aunt directly and lets her know that comments about her weight are hurtful.

3. Lisa, An HR professional discussed her frustration with a direct report, Jim who was always late to meetings. We explored Jim’s passive-aggressive behavior.
Additionally, Lisa told Jim that he is not invited to future meetings because his behavior is demoralizing to the team. Jim was given one more chance and he caught on very quickly.

Let’s Stay Connected

Please comment about this week’s post.  How does it resonate with you?

Please comment on how you deal with passive-aggressive behavior in your life.

What are your questions about this frustrating condition?

Stay tuned for the next week’s video which will cover the reasons why people become passive-aggressive, coaching questions to ask them, and how to deal with them.

Thanks for watching

You can share in the comment section or send me a private email HERE.

Let’s resolve any conflict you are experiencing during a complimentary 20-minute laser-focused coaching call.  

Let’s reduce your inner stress!

I’m the Human Resource Professional’s Partner. I coach employees and managers to feel comfortable using their voice without losing their cool – so they feel heard and respected.

Are you {or your direct reports} ready to explore working with me as your private coach?
Call me at 248.681.5831 or send an email to discover how easy this process is.

Here’s the link that describes packages that fit with anyone’s budget and schedule.

Until Next Time,

Joyce Weiss, M.A., CSP, CVP
Conflict Resolution and Communication Coach
Queen of Conflict Resolution

P.S. Please share this post on your social media. As a result, other growth-minded people can reduce their high drama and inner stress. We made it easy for you. The shareable social media links are below. 

Subscribe to my youtube channel for more tips and strategies for you or your direct reports to get great results
You’ll find playlists on dealing with bullies, tough conversations, interviews with thought-provoking HR Professionals and leaders.

Be Well and Happy!
Remember, You Get What You Tolerate!

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2 Surprising Tips to Make Your Relationships Better |Video

Are you ready for two easy and surprising tips to make your relationships better?

This week’s video shows you how to get better results even during a difficult conversation.

Coaching clients get powerful results after practicing these strategies with me. It’s surprisingly easy.

Stephen R. Covey said, “Most people do not listen with the intent to understand: they listen with the intent to reply.”

Improve Your Relationships Tip #1: Explore From the Other Person’s Shoes

Here are two examples:

  • “I’d be pretty mad if I were in your shoes.”
  • “I can see why you may say this.”

These statements show that you are listening deeply. Your relationships will improve when others see that you are really with them.

Make Better Relationships Tip # 2: Propose a Harmonious Outcome

The following examples show you how easy it is:

  • “What bothers you most about the person?”
  • “How can you explain your reason for acting this way?”

You are not judging, just asking two exploratory questions to help the other person resolve his or her situation.

Joyce, What Are Your Thoughts? 

I’m glad you asked. 🙂
Just listen to others communicate. It won’t take long for you to figure out that most people listen only to reply. They are not with the other person and it’s so evident.

Remember Stephen Covey’s quote:
“Most people do not listen with the intent to understand: they listen with the intent to reply.”

Let’s Stay Connected

Please comment about this week’s post.  How does it resonate with you?

You can share in the comment section or send me a private email HERE.

Let’s resolve any conflict you are experiencing during a complimentary 20-minute laser-focused coaching call.  

Here’s my calendar. 

Let’s reduce your inner stress!

I’m the Human Resource Professional’s Partner. And coach employees and managers to feel comfortable using their voice without losing their cool – so they feel heard and respected.

Are you {or your direct reports} ready to explore working with me as your private coach?
Call me at 248.681.5831 or send an email to discover how easy this process is.

Here’s the link that describes packages that fit with anyone’s budget and schedule.

Until Next Time,

Joyce Weiss, M.A., CSP, CVP
Conflict Resolution and Communication Coach
Queen of Conflict Resolution

P.S. Please share this post on your social media. As a result, other growth-minded people can reduce their high drama and inner stress. We made it easy for you. The shareable social media links are below. 

Subscribe to my youtube channel for more communication tips and strategies for you or your direct reports to get great results

You’ll find playlists on dealing with bullies, tough conversations, interviews with thought-provoking HR Professionals and leaders.

Thanks for watching and remember: You get what YOU tolerate!

 

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Are You Ready to Destress on 2/24/ @ 6 pm EST – Videos

 

Welcome! You are invited to a special event on advanced communication and body language skills.

CO-HOSTS:
Joyce Weiss, M.A., CSP, CVP – Conflict Resolution & Communication Coach

Janette Ghedotte, MS, MA LLP – Truth & Deception Detection Expert

Invite you to attend our: Kick Conflict to the CURB event  

Thursday, 02/24/22 at 6:00 pm EST | 3:00 pm PST:

Register HERE for Kick Conflict to the Curb

  • Do you avoid a bully or tough conversation?
  • Are you feeling lost on how to even start the conversation?
  • Have you ever stayed silent when someone verbally pushed you?

If so, you’re invited to “Kick Conflict to the Curb” to discover how to:

✅ detect and decode body language:

✅ disagreement

✅ discomfort

✅ distress

✅ deceit

Navigate through tough conversations and minimize conflicts with proven conflict resolution skills so that you have the best outcomes.

Joyce and Janette offer you body language and communication strategies to maintain emotional control and get you unstuck so you can feel heard and get the results you deserve.

Click to register to Kick Conflict to the Curb

Let’s Stay Connected

Please share this invitation with those who could benefit from hearing from Janette Ghedotte (Truth & Deception Expert) and your own conflict resolution coach (me :))
It’s going to be full of new information and so much fun.

Janette and I have presented before and participants feel energized and more informed after our time together.

Click to register to Kick Conflict to the Curb

Until Next Time,

Joyce Weiss, M.A., CSP, CVP
Conflict Resolution and Communication Coach
Queen of Conflict Resolution

P.S. Please share this post on your social media. As a result, other growth-minded people can reduce their high drama and inner stress. We made it easy for you. The shareable social media links are below. 

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An Invitation to my Loyal Blog Readers

Welcome! You are invited to a special event on advanced communication and body language skills.

CO-HOSTS:

Joyce Weiss, M.A., CSP, CVP

Conflict Resolution & Communication Coach

 

Janette Ghedotte, MS, MA LLP

Truth & Deception Detection Expert

Accurate Body Language

Invite you to attend our: Kick Conflict to the CURB event  

Thursday, 02/24/22 at 6:00 pm EST | 3:00 pm PST:

Register HERE for Kick Conflict to the Curb

  • Do you avoid a bully or tough conversation?
  • Are you feeling lost on how to even start the conversation?
  • Have you ever stayed silent when someone verbally pushed you?

If so, you’re invited to “Kick Conflict to the Curb” to discover how to:

✅ detect and decode body language:

✅ disagreement

✅ discomfort

✅ distress

✅ deceit

Navigate through tough conversations and minimize conflicts with proven conflict resolution skills so that you have the best outcomes.

Joyce and Janette offer you body language and communication strategies to maintain emotional control and get you unstuck so you can feel heard and get the results you deserve.

Click to register to Kick Conflict to the Curb

Let’s Stay Connected

Please share this invitation with those who could benefit from hearing from Janette Ghedotte (Truth & Deception Expert) and your own conflict resolution coach (me :))
It’s going to be full of new information and so much fun.

Janette and I have presented before and participants feel energized and more informed after our time together.

Until Next Time,

Joyce Weiss, M.A., CSP, CVP
Conflict Resolution and Communication Coach
Queen of Conflict Resolution

P.S. Please share this post on your social media. As a result, other growth-minded people can reduce their high drama and inner stress. We made it easy for you. The shareable social media links are below. 

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Exciting News For You About Kick Conflict to the Curb Weekly Update!

Hey Loyal Readers!

Some of you have been reading my articles and viewing videos since 2010 when I started blogging!  Now that’s called loyalty!

It’s an honor to have so many of you return each week to learn how to become a master communicator and resolve conflict.

Make sure and read the P.S. at the bottom.  Let’s have some friendly competition.  You can be one of the winners!  Read more at the end of this article. 

Here are Some of the Changes:

  • The new title is Kick Conflict to the Curb: Stomp Out Your Stress (My son, Ron came up with the title!)
  • You will see monthly themes such as bullies, narcissists, mindset secrets, coaching strategies, professional growth strategies, motivational posters, + some cool surprises
  • There will be more videos that are new and improved on topics that YOU ask me to create
  • I’m developing a format to send you audio links that you can listen to while you walk, jog, or bike ride

Do You Want a Sneak Peek?

You will find powerful information on the following subjects:

  • Unresolved conflict is costing you more than money!
  • How to support employees from spending too much time on conflict.
  • 3 easy secrets to reduce stress at work now.
  •  How to empower your employees to reduce stress with colleagues.
  •  3 easy secrets to feel heard at work.

Here’s My Ask! 🙂Joyce Weiss | Kick Conflict to the Curb

Please send me the burning questions that you would ask me if we met for coffee or a glass of wine.

What topics would you like to learn concerning your own conflict or communication challenges?

I will do the research since I’m a geek when it comes to these topics.  Can’t help myself.

Let others know about Kick Conflict to the Curb: Stomp Out Your Stress by sharing the content or website where they can sign up at JoyceWeiss.com

 

Let’s Stay Connected

Please add your thoughts about this week’s post. Hey, I want to make sure you feel heard! 🙂
You can share your ideas in the comment section or send me a private email HERE.

Until Next Time,
Joyce Weiss, M.A., CSP, CVP
Conflict Resolution Coach – Queen of Conflict Resolution

P.S. This will be interesting to see who reads this last part.  Here’s a little contest:  Let me know how long you’ve been reading Kick Conflict to the Curb Weekly Update?
Once I receive this information, there will be a few amazon gift cards sent to 3 lucky winners.  All you have to do is let me know how long your think you’re been visiting this site.

P.P.S. I can’t say how much I appreciate all of you – the newbies and long-time readers.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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