When negotiating change, managing conflict, tackling tough conversations or pursuing new visions, it is common to get stuck in a dynamic where both sides feel they are right. If the two sides manage the conversation well, they can shift this polarization allowing for really great outcomes to emerge. If the conversation remains stuck in this polarization, however, what may have begun as a benign disagreement can threaten the organizational and personal health of the whole team. This workshop will consider how polarization emerges, how polarities can be managed and how to mine polarities for their strengths, transforming even polarized work environments to something positive and life-giving.
Learning Outcomes:
- Introduce leaders to a polarization model
- Provide concrete tools for transforming polarized thinking
- Link tools to workplace experiences to encourage application
Key Themes:
- Communication
- Wellness
- Conflict Management
Presenter:
Betty Pries is a regular instructor with the PACS program and with the Conflict Management Certificate program at Conrad Grebel UC. Outside of her role with Grebel, Betty is CEO of the organizational consulting group, L3 Group. Betty is an engaging and interactive instructor, whose presentations receive the highest of praise. In addition to instruction, public speaking and workshop leadership, Betty supports organizations as a coach, mediator, organizational consultant, facilitator and writer.
Sessions:
April 5, 2017
1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
STC 1012
April 6, 2017
9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
STC 1012