Have you ever had a frustrating conversation? Or have the same conversation over and over again without making progress?

Whether you're experiencing a roadblock with someone at work or a loved one at home, mastering how to get your needs met through communication is essential to your overall happiness and well-being.  

After all, according to research, relationships are the biggest predictor of our happiness - above and beyond our health, wealth, and success. 

We'll be pulling from the latest research in Positive Psychology and also strategies from Non-Violent Communication.

By the end of the session you'll be able to:

• Script out the conversation you've been avoiding so you can speak up confidently
• Understand why people act so irrationally  
• Avoid taking things personally and see the bigger picture
• Stand in your power instead of acting out guilt or obligation
• Learn how to reach a resolution where you thought there was none
• Listen deeply and detect what's really being said
• Put an end to passive aggressive communication and get real RESULTS

https://vimeo.com/243675157

Dec 13, 2017

#youtoo? How to deal with sexual harassment at work

Do you have a #metoo story? Well, me too. When the Harvey Weinstein accusations just started coming out, I remember attending a women's event and asking: how many of you have experienced sexual harassment? Every single woman raised her hand. It's so ubiquitous that for many women, being sexually harassed has just become a part of life.

While I rarely deal with sexual harassment as a topic in my coaching, I know many of you read my stuff because you're always seeking to grow and be better at work and in life.

If that's really the case, then I believe that it's time for all us (even if you're lucky enough not to be a victim) to step up and help stop it...because it's all our problem.

I wasn't sure what I could do to make a difference, but here goes something...since I'm not an expert when it comes to this issue I decided to speak to leaders who are.

My first interview is with Eric Bachman. Eric Bachman is Chair of the discrimination and retaliation practices at Zuckerman Law and has served in senior positions at the U.S. Office of Special Counsel (OSC) and the Department of Justice Civil Rights Division. 

https://youtu.be/md5iLL59Xic

I wanted to talk to Eric first to understand the law around sexual harassment. Here are some things we cover in this video:

• What's the difference between obnoxious behavior and sexual harassment?
• When is it illegal to be a bully?
• What do you say, write, and do if you are a victim or a witness?
• How can witnesses transform a toxic work culture?
• What happens if you can't afford a lawyer?
• What do you do if HR is not your friend?

Eric was generous enough to offer his email if you have any specific questions. Also, if need help working up the courage to speak up, consider watching this free training I did on How to Master Difficult Conversations. 

I'm interviewing a few other leaders on this issue - from a business, psychological, and spiritual perspective. If you have ideas on what topics you want covered, or you have a question about sexual harassment, just write me: stella@woopaah.com.

My best,

Stella