I learned why a sense of humor helps in dark times during the death and dying course during my coaching program.

Our professor invited several parents whose children died to speak to our class. 

All of them shared how the one thing that got them through the grieving process was remembering funny events when their children were healthy.

Knowing that the role of humor during dark times had a huge impact on my life when my parents passed away.

I didn’t wear black to their funerals. Additionally, I did what I could to remember the fun times that I shared with my parents. It took a while to get the horrendous thoughts about their illness out of my mind. Once that happened, I was able to concentrate on all the good times that we shared.

Of course, it takes time to grieve for all of us. Humor helped me heal.

Mark Twain is one of my go-to authors when I need to unwind after work. 

His words make me smile and it actually stomps out my stress.

• What about you?
• Does humor help you during dark times?
• How does this post resonate with you?
• Let’s celebrate humor as much as we can!

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. 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

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I see that this headline caught your attention!

• Do you see more rudeness lately?
• Are you ready to deal with jerks in your life – without being a jerk?
• What stories do you want to share about these rude people?

I answered “yes” to all of these questions. What about you?

You will receive this new series on how to Stop Rudeness in Your Life for the next few weeks. My motivation for writing these articles is that I see more rudeness.  And so do my clients. Each week covers real stories about jerks – no exaggerations! Additionally, I will include strategies on how to deal with rude people.

This is your chance to answer how you would handle each scenario for the next few weeks.  In addition, all comments are appreciated along with your own “jerk stories!”

Here We Go with True Story #1 on How to Deal with Jerks

Bob and Gary are two colleagues who don’t get along. Bob realized that no matter what he said or did, Gary would do his best to ridicule Bob at meetings.  As a result, the tension got out of hand. 
Here is Bob’s “situation”:   

One day Bob was standing by his desk. And Gary walked by him. Gary actually stepped on Bob’s foot purposely! That’s it! I promise this really did happen to Bob. I can’t make this stuff up if I tried. 

How Would You Deal with Jerks in Your Life Like Gary?

• What would you do or say if you were Bob?
• How would you handle this situation if you were the boss?

Joyce, Please Tell Us What You Would Do with Jerks in Your Life

I have a couple of answers.  You will read about them next week.

This is the time I’m asking YOU to reach out. And share your answers on how you would handle Gary in the comment section.

Let’s Stay Connected

Please share your thoughts about this week’s post.

• How does it resonate with you?
• What rude behavior have you seen at work or in your personal life?
• Don’t get me started about jerks on airplanes these days!

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

Here’s a link to my article, Cruel Words Take Root in Us

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.

P.P.S. 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.

P.P.P.S Are you {or your direct reports} ready to explore working with me as your private coach?  It’s easy and fits anyone’s budget and schedule.
Call me at 248.681.5831 or send an email: Joyce@JoyceWeiss.com for a Free 20 – minute discovery call.

 

Life lessons are so hard to learn at times!

Does this statement sound familiar?  “Experience is the best lesson.”  

My parents told me this when I “tried” to do something and wasn’t successful. In fact, I hope you noticed that I didn’t use the word FAIL!

Such as when I tried to:  

• Learn how to ride my bike {wasn’t easy!}
• Get an A in a class when I worked so hard and received a B
• Join a college club when the lack of experience was a barrier

This article is about the importance of life lessons and experiences.

Definition of Experience

 I consulted with my best friend, Webster the Dictionary even though we are familiar with the word “experience”.

Active participation in events or activities, leading to accumulation of knowledge or skill.

American Baseball pitcher, Vernon Sanders Law said, 

Experience is a hard teacher because she gives the test first, the lessons afterward.

Life Lessons #1:  Failure Isn’t Fatal and Success Isn’t Final

Winston Churchill said this several times in his career.  I remind myself of this quote so often. Especially when I don’t know the lesson yet!

Life Lessons #2:  Nothing is Impossible.  The Word “Impossible” Itself says, “I’m Possible”

Actress, Audrey Hepburn said the hopeful quote above.

It’s tough to remind ourselves of these magical words. Especially when there is so much negativity in the news.

The next time you use the word “impossible”, I hope that you remember – “I’m Possible.”  This statement is printed on an index card in my office.  There is so much power in “I’m possible.”

Lessons #3:  Don’t Let the Fear of Losing be Greater Than the Pleasure of Winning   

How many times have we stopped ourselves from trying something new?  The reason is FEAR.  
Remember that FEAR stands for the following;

F: False
E: Evidence
A: Appearing
R: Real

2020 was a year of learning new virtual skills. So I could continue coaching and presenting online classes.  I’m grateful for my mastermind groups. Especially when we shared our apprehension using these news skills. We pushed each other to move forward. In fact, we celebrated when we succeeded at using these new virtual techniques.

What Life Lessons are Your Freinds?

• How does this article resonate with you?
• What did the experience teach you?
• Was there a time when you didn’t try something because of FEAR?
• What words get you through negative self-talk?

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

Here’s the link to the article How to Complain Less and Be Happy just in case you missed it.

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.

P.P.S. 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.

P.P.P.S Are you {or your direct reports} ready to explore working with me as your private coach?  It’s easy and fits anyone’s budget and schedule.
Call me at 248.681.5831 or send an email: Joyce@JoyceWeiss.com for a Free 20 – minute discovery call.

 

 

Are you ready for part 3 in the series: 5 Easy Secrets to Coach Your Team?

Do you want to use a powerful tool to create a team coaching exercise and improve morale?

If so, this blog post is perfect for you.  This is #3 in a 5 part series on using a code of conduct as a great team coaching strategy.

You will find links to parts 1 and 2 below just in case you missed them.

Here’s the link to Team Coaching #1

Here’s the link to Team Coaching #2

Team Coaching #3:  Priorities When Using A Code of  Conduct

• The code and mission come first
• The needs of the team come second
• The needs of the individual come third – it’s not all about you!
  Good luck with this one if you have a narcissist or bully on your team.

Step #3 is tough for many people to digest since egos need to be placed aside.  The idea is that everyone on the team agreed to this code and needs to follow the rules.  If they don’t like the rule, they needed to communicate this idea before people agreed to it.  It’s that easy, not easily enforced.  

Please refer to team coaching # 1 and #2 so this strategy makes even more sense to you.

The good news is that it’s everyone’s responsibility to follow the rules and call out those who don’t!  

Clients who have been successful using the code of conduct had to meet periodically to rehash what was agreed upon and deal with those who are having trouble following the code of conduct as a team.

I promise that it’s worth the effort.  I’ve seen teams thrilled that everyone agreed not to use their phones or eat meals during meetings.  This was part of the code of conduct.  Every team decides what’s best for their situation.  

The code of conduct gives every permission to add things to the list that drives them crazy. It’s extremely freeing.  This is a great place to add that bullying in the workplace won’t be tolerated.  The buy-in comes in when the team knows that once the code is created everyone needs to follow the rules.  There will be times that the team agrees to change the code – this is natural and healthy if the team can agree to disagree on certain items.

Let’s Stay Connected

Please share your thoughts about this week’s post. How does it resonate with you?
You can share your thoughts in the comment section or send me a private email HERE.

I work with human resource and business professionals so that they feel heard and respected which means they feel confident in tough conversations without losing their cool. 🙂

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 so other growth-minded people can control their inner stress.

P.P.S. You will find links to parts 1 and 2 below just in case you missed them.

Here’s the link to Team Coaching #1

Here’s the link to Team Coaching #2