Joyce Weiss

I work with organizations and individuals who want to kick conflict and chaos to the curb - Queen of Conflict Resolution and Communication Coach

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Employee Engagement Rocks!

cartoon booste office moraleI just attended a very productive few days at the
MI Lean Consortium Conference in Traverse City MI.
I will be sharing some of the “gems” that I learned in the next few blog posts.

LEAN Thinking: Eliminate waste and maximize profits

Andy Dillon, State of MI Treasurer was one of the keynote speakers.

He told us how MI has saved money and increased productivity by using LEAN concepts.

Here are key ideas from his speech:

  • People do things wrong for so long that they don’t know if the system is broken
  • Know your weaknesses and hire people who can fill those gaps
  • Everyone needs to be trained in LEAN in order for it to be successful
  • Leaders not only have to buy into the LEAN concepts…they have to be part of the change

Mr. Dillon and his team spoke to numerous state employees and REALLY heard what was needed
to get more employee engagement. As a result morale and productivity went up after employees
had a chance to share ideas on how to improve things for both citizens and themselves.

The idea is…don’t ask for input unless you will do something about it!

You may be wondering…Joyce, what is your interest in LEAN Thinking?
Once there is change, there is conflict.
I will be assisting LEAN consultants on how to manage conflict.

It takes a while for people to like and understands LEAN thinking.
There will always be the naysayers who complain and try to derail the process.
LEAN consultants use several tools to help change and I will help make the process move forward.

I will be learning about the concepts and start taking courses through the MI Lean Consortium
because I see such value and the results are over whelming.

Please share if you use LEAN Thinking concepts and how they have helped.
Also share frustrations that you have experienced and we can start an interesting conversation
on how to move forward.

Below is a link to the Mi Lean Consortium.
Their philosophy is “Making MI the Benchmark for Economic Success.”
Michigan Lean Consortium website

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Please let others know about these blog posts on reducing conflict at the workplace and home.

There may be someone in your life who is experiencing some stress…
who could benefit from the inspiration and knowledge on improving their
working condition or home life.

Until next time,

This is Joyce Weiss, Conflict Resolution Consultant

I help others have tough conversations so they get a better night’s sleep.

Remember…You Get What YOU Tolerate!

PS  Check out my short interview on The Leaning Edge Radio Show about
communicating ideas between employees and ways to eliminate wasteful
conversations with host and MLC Chair, Debra Levantrosser.  
The Leaning Edge Radio Show with Debra and Joyce

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What is the Most Important Part of a Strong Team?

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The answer is … TRUST.
Trust is an Important Part of Building Strong Teams

Have you heard your team complain about the lack of trust?
If a horse can trust a goat on its back, surely your team can trust each other to help with the workload!
Building trust on teams is continuous work.

Use the following guidelines to build trust on your team:

  •  Attract and keep a team made up of the most outstanding people in the industry.
  • Create and maintain an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect.
  • Listen to the people who do the work.
  • Build and maintain a spirit of “all for one and one for all.”
  • Encourage every team member to take risks and never be afraid to make mistakes.
  • Hold team members accountable for results.Click here for an article on Tips to Create a Winning Team

Click here for more information on Tips to Create a Winning Team

 

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So, Do You Think You Have a Strong Team?

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Skip the morning donuts and see your team get stronger!

Many people “think” that they have a strong team, yet reality does not always match this perception!
There are usually hidden agendas and conflict in the workplace.
Employees and leaders need to have an open forum to make sure that the team is as strong as possible.

You probably know that my role in all of this is to stir up conflict.
That’s right, I’m not kidding.
I find that some people don’t have these important communication skills.
I help people have tough conversations and give them the tools to improve conflict in the workplace.
There are many reasons why people don’t like to be open.

Check out this article link:  Tips to Create Winning Teams

Do you see constant improvement as part of your team culture?

Here are more ideas how to make your team even stronger:

  • Leaders and people at all levels have opportunity to show what they can do.
  • Most work is done by small teams of peers, led by people who are knowledgeable about specific areas.
  • People are continually challenged – as well as supported – in ways that enable them to meet those challenges.
  • Managers coach instead of dictate.
  • Status is replaced by ability and valuable involvement.
  • Rewards are based on actual contribution.

How do you make sure that your perception matches your team’s reality?
Specifically how do you create an open environment for people to talk to each other?
Please send me how you do this in the comment section below.

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Until next time,
This is Joyce Weiss, Conflict Resolution Consultant
and remember…
YOU GET WHAT YOU TOLERATE

PS  Remember to check out this article link:  Tips to Create Winning Teams

 

 

 

 

 

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Joyce’s Recommendation of a GREAT Book

question marksI just read a very powerful and interesting book that blew me away!

The ideas will help reduce conflict in the workplace and immediately improve morale.

You don’t need to be a leader to read this book.

Check out the book only if  you want to think about the importance of WHY you do the things you do and the impact on your future .

Simon Sinek has a simple but powerful model for inspirational leadership all starting with a golden circle and the question “Why?”
His examples include Apple, Martin Luther King, and the Wright brothers.

In 2009, Simon Sinek released the book “Start With Why” — a synopsis of the theory he has begun using to teach others how to become effective leaders and inspire change.

Check out this link to my podcast on “Bold Solutions to Boost the Bottom Line.”

 

 Here are some key points that “spoke” to me.

  •  People don’t buy WHAT you do but WHY you do it.
  • WHY is a belief that is consistent with your values.
  • Trust emerges when another person or company is driven by things other than their own self gain.
  • When you share the same values with others you will earn their trust.
  • The role of a great leader is to create an environment where great ideas can happen.
    Steve Jobs did not come up with the ideas for the ipod…others in the company did.
  • Great leaders serve those who serve them.
    Costko takes care of their employees and the results are reciprocal.

 My WHY is that I get to inspire others to do things to make their life a bit easier.

I help people have tough conversations so they get a better night’s sleep.

Once I became clear on my WHY it is so much easier to connect with people who want what I offer to them.

Here is a direct quote from Start with Why

“If you believe what we believe and you believe that the things we do can help you, then we are better.
Our goal is to find clients who believe what we believe and work together so that we can all succeed.
We’re looking for people to stand shoulder to shoulder with us in pursuit of the same goal”

 As some of you know I have launched a new FREE communicate with impact assessment which includes a 15 minute phone evaluation. I decided to do this to introduce the new on Demand E-Course, Communicate with Impact. I realize that not every client will be interested in the assessment or course. This is a good thing. I also realize that the clients who see the value for their professional growth and their team will take the assessment and tell others about the E-Course.

Click here if you want to take the FREE Communication Assessment.
Once you take it, we can set up a time for a 15 minute phone evaluation where you will get a personalized action plan.

 

I have a few of questions for you…

  • Are you very specific on the reasons why you do what you do?
  • Do you communicate your WHY to your clients or prospects?
  • Do you market to the right clients?

Feel free to send me your answers to these questions.

I will respond and give you some ideas on how you can become as specific as possible.

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This is Joyce Weiss

and Remember…You GET with YOU tolerate!

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Remember…Check out this link to my podcast on “Bold Solutions to Boost the Bottom Line.”

 

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What to do with Those “Falling Star Employees!”

cartoon good attitude its freeMany of my loyal readers have asked me to write about how to deal with “middle stars” and  “falling stars” on their team to reduce conflict in the workplace.

The biggest conflict is how NOT to burn out your “superstars” because they do what they do so well. At times leaders stop asking the “falling stars” because they under perform.

Are you asking yourself…”Joyce tell me all ready what do I do with these unmotivated people?”
Ok, here is how I have helped my clients get control of this issue.

Hit this link to share an important yet short video on “The Importance of Feeling Committed to Your Job” with your team.

Who are the “middle stars?:

  • Some days they are great and other days they are not so great.
  • They are inconsistent.
  • They may not want to be “superstars” and only want to do their work and go home.

Here’s some ideas on how to deal with “the middle stars.”

  • Are your expectations clear when you communicate with them?
  • Do they know how they will be held accountable?
  • Are they facing obstacles that are stopping them?
  • Can they be mentored by a “superstar?”

Remember, every person will not be a “superstar.”

  • These people can either move up and improve or move down and become a “falling star.”
  • You have to decide if they can be saved.
  • You can give them the tools and training.

Who are the “falling stars?”

  • This is usually not a large group.
  • Their impact WILL take up your valuable time.
  •  They fail to carry their fair share of the work.
  • They are uncooperative.
  • They are chronically late.
  • They are just getting by.
  •  They need to improve or be replaced

You are not doing your job if you are not taking care of this group!

You can involve both of these groups to see if they want to grow

  • Invite them to meetings and ask for their input.
  • Delegate easy tasks to see if they follow through.
  • Ask them to give short presentations to their team.

I coach my clients to tell every new employee that “dead weight” will not be tolerated.

Remember, you get what you tolerate!

Identify these people and either train them or find others who can take your company far into the future.

Concentrate on taking the “falling stars and middle stars” to the next level.

Recognize your “superstars” so they don’t disengage.

This will help you reduce conflict in the workplace immediately.

Your “superstars” will get the positive attention that they deserve and your “middle and falling stars” will learn what they need to do to continue being part of the team…or not.

Raising the bar of your organization will help you be successful in the future.

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Until next time,
This is Joyce Weiss, Conflict Resolution Consultant

I help others have tough conversations so they get a better night’s sleep!

Remember…You Get What YOU Tolerate!

Remember to check out this link to share this short yet  important video on
“The importance of Feeling Committed to Your Job” with your team.

 

 

Contact Joyce

Email: joyce@joyceweiss.com
Phone: 248-681-5831