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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One of my Favorite Inspirational Quotes to Deal with Stress

I use many of Martin Luther King Jr’s inspirational quotes in my social networking. This inspirational quote is very important to me.

There are days that we feel we can fly. Of course, on other days, crawling seems to be our only option.

Moving forward is a coaching strategy that I use with clients so that they stop being so hard on themselves. Especially when things don’t go as planned.

We need to give ourselves a break at times and realize that we are human. It’s tough to do for the high achievers! 

That’s why it’s important to have those coaches in our life (either our friends or professional coaches) to remind us that we have 2 options:

  1.  Holding on to our stress
  2. Moving forward with a plan to let stress go

Believe me when I say that I have to do this periodically. Especially when the technology is challenging during one of my course launches or on a zoom call when the connections are challenging. Moving forward with a second right answer sure helps.

How do these words speak to you?
What do you tell yourself on those tough days, so you don’t beat yourself up?inspirational quotes

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Please comment about this week’s post.  How does one of my favorite inspirational quotes 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!

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.

Until Next Time, Be Well and Happy!

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 reduce stress and conflict

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

Thanks for reading. And remember: You get what YOU tolerate!

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Successfully Dealing with Passive-Aggressive Behavior | Video 3

Do you want more ideas on how to deal with passive-aggressive behavior in your life?

This is the 3rd in the series: “Effectively Dealing with Passive-Aggressive Behavior.”

Let’s get real: This conversation won’t be easy. I suggest that you start out easy. This may be a good time for you to bring up coaching to this person If the communication backfires.

Today’s video is about easy action steps that you can take with these difficult people.

 

The videos below are #1 and #2 in the series.

Here are a few action steps to express your concerns about passive-aggressive behavior

  • Express your thoughts and concerns
  • Think clearly before you act
  • Seek clarification: I’m not sure what you mean by that, or I think I missed something here.

Please share how this series helped you cope better.

I’m here if you want a private coaching session. We can create a successful plan and practice the skills you learned in this video.
The bottom line is that you will Stomp Out Your Stress.
Call me at 248.681.5831 or send me an email, and we can set up a couple of sessions that will quickly reduce your inner stress.

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.  

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 – to 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 anyone’s budget and schedule.

Until Next Time, Be Well and Happy!

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, and interviews with thought-provoking HR Professionals and leaders.

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

 

 

 

 

 

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Stay Cool During Difficult Conversations | Video

  • Do you get frustrated when difficult conversations go sour?
  • Are you tired of not resolving conflict with the same person?
  • And, the constant fighting and sarcasm go on and on?

If so, please stay right here.
Discover 2 important coaching and communication strategies that my clients successfully use.

The 2-minute video below gives you 2 EASY Tips to get you started.

Difficult Conversations Tip #1

Diffuse conflicts by responding consciously rather than automatically.

This tip works because you are in control of how you want to react.
You consciously think about this versus automatically opening your mouth without giving any thought.
Aren’t you glad you’re reading this post? 🙂

Difficult Conversations Tip # 2

Get into THE GAP by taking a breath or brief silence on how you want to express yourself.
Especially when you are off-center with another person.

Additionally, think if this is the best time to say something or cool off and respond later.

Many times we forget that we have control over these tough conversations.

There are many choices. The challenge is that we automatically respond without thinking.
This is what gets us into trouble.

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 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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Video Interview with Brennan O’Leary on Sucesses and Challenges at Work

I had the pleasure of interviewing Brennan O’Leary, Senior HR Professional at Willis Towers Watson on the successes and challenges at work. Brennan is in charge of onboarding and new employee training.

He is the ultimate interview guest. And shares numerous strategies that work as a Senior HR Professional. Additionally, he has a great sense of humor that creates a PERFECT interview.  Enjoy the video and please add your comments to continue the conversation.

 

What challenges at work do your colleagues experience?

Our work is driven by clients. They expect a quick turnaround. There are times when client projects come in all at once. As a result, this leads to exhaustion for our colleagues. And we know that this is the business we are in and that we need to deliver. We do what we can to help out colleagues deal with burnout.  

 How does leadership help colleagues deal with challenges at work?

Consulting can have erratic hours. We need a balance. Our leadership gives colleagues the opportunity to get balance. They know it isn’t easy at times. 

Everyone works at home. Before we had happy hour and social community outreaches. The team enjoyed these events and appreciated our efforts. This has stopped since we are working at home. Our culture has helped us get through a tough year. We still have the work. Yet we are not getting together face to face. 

At times colleagues take on too much. Leadership encourages them to stand up for themselves. Some don’t know how to set boundaries.

How have you dealt with bullies in your life? challenges at work | bullies in the workplace

We have to be adaptable and work through the situation. The bully won’t go away. We need to figure out the best way to deal with him or her. It helps when we put ourselves in the bully’s shoes.  What’s going on in their life? See why they are acting out. 

What strategies do you use when you work with new hires to reduce challenges at work?

We have honest conversations. And give them the opportunity to speak up first. The new hire may feel intimidated if the Senior person talks first.

I love lifting others up. That’s what good leaders do. Get others involved so they have a voice.

It’s great to hear their suggestions when we ask them, “What can we do better for next year that we are not seeing?” We tell new hires that the onboarding is based on feedback from new hires. And we fix the challenges from their feedback.

We take for granted what is obvious to us because we’ve been working here for years.  The basic tasks are not obvious to new people. Such as technical issues and knowing where everything is located. Leadership communicates that after time, they will feel more confident.

We encourage them to use their voice so they feel heard.

If we met for coffee, what burning question would ask me?

What advice would you give your 18-year-old self if you had a time machine and you could go back?

I told Brennan, “Never let obstacles stop you. How dare you take that negative advice and believe it. Just continue – no matter what. And, don’t let anyone discourage you.”

I asked Brennan the same question and he replied, “Don’t be so hard on yourself. Stop dwelling on something negative that happened.  Everyone feels stupid at times. Learn from the stupid mistake. 

{Hey dear readers, do you now see why I’m sharing Brennan’s interview with you? :)}

What topics would you like me to cover in future videos?

What are the biggest challenges at work that HR Professionals will face in 4 years?

Let’s Stay Connected

Thanks to Brennan O’Leary for such an engaging interview. I will be collecting the newest information from all my interviews and sharing the video and content with you. Topics will cover the successes and challenges at work. And, you can learn from the best HR professionals in the business!

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

Let’s brainstorm any conflict you are experiencing during a complimentary 20-minute laser-focused coaching call.
Here’s my calendar. Let’s reduce your inner stress!

Until Next Time,

Joyce Weiss, M.A., CSP, CVP
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. 

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?

Call me at 248.681.5831 or send an email.

Discover how easy this process HERE.  Plus these packages fit with anyone’s budget and schedule.

 

 

 

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Keep Toxic People from Ruining Your Holidays | Part 2

This article is part 2 in the series on Keeping Toxic People from Ruining Your Holidays.

You’ll find a link to part 1 towards the end of this article which explores tips 1 and 2.

Tip 3 for Keeping Toxic People From Ruining Your Holidays

Knowing what kind of behavior makes these toxic people so irritating is an important step.

  • Do they usually arrive late?
  • Are they oblivious to how their hurtful behavior affects others?
  • They constantly judge or hurt others. And, you are emotionally drained with this insensitive behavior. 
  • Being the center of attention is their #1 motivation.  Additionally, they constantly interrupt others.

Tip 4 for Keeping Toxic People From Ruining Your Holidays

toxic family members

Don’t sugarcoat how obnoxious their behavior is and how it impacts the gathering. 

Speak with a trusted family member or friend to discuss how to stop letting these toxic people get away with their rudeness.

Set boundaries as to what you will and will not tolerate.

Set time limits: if dinner starts at 6 P.M., start exactly at that time and let everyone know if they are late, dinner starts without them. 

Tip 5 for Keeping Toxic People From Ruining Your Holidays

Do expect to have a great get-together. And, if someone is detracting from that, resolve that this person will be “educated” on these boundaries. 

Always remember that you have absolutely no social or familial obligation to be victimized—ever.

Here’s the link to part 1 in the series.

Joyce, How Can You Help Us Deal with These Difficult People?

I’m glad you asked!

A client of mine had the following conversation with a relative a couple of weeks after Thanksgiving.

“Tim, we’ve had the same conversation for years on how politics are off the table during our family parties. Our family is sensitive to the fact that we have several varying opinions about politics. We agreed NOT to bring up these topics because they lead to much discomfort. 

I’m frustrated when you and I have had this same conversation because the same negativity occurs every year. I love getting the gang together. It’s a yearly highlight.

Next year you will not be invited because it’s more important than ever before to enjoy each other’s company and feel safe around each other without judgment.”

You may wonder what happened after this tough conversation. The toxic relative found another group to join. This was extremely hard for my client. Yet, the great news is that she felt empowered because she was direct, respectful, and honest. 

Let’s Stay Connected

Please share your thoughts 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.

So what about you? Do feel that my coaching advice was too tough?
Can you see changing it around to fit your communication style? Or, will you continue letting these rude individuals take over?

The choice is yours. You know I was going to end with that comment. 😉

Let’s brainstorm any conflict you are experiencing during a complimentary 20-minute laser-focused coaching call.
Here’s my calendar. Let’s reduce your inner stress!

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. 

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?

Call me at 248.681.5831 or send an email to discover how easy this process is. Plus these packages fit with anyone’s budget and schedule.
 Visit our coaching page to see your options. 

 

 

 

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