Handling Disrespect in the Workplace: Strategies for a More Productive Jobsite
Disrespect on the job site can disrupt teamwork, lower morale, and impact productivity. This session provides practical strategies to address incivility, navigate tough conversations, and foster a culture of professionalism and accountability.
Description
Disrespect on the job site can disrupt teamwork, lower morale, and impact productivity. Despite clear expectations for workplace respect, challenging interactions with coworkers, clients, or subcontractors can still arise. This session provides practical strategies to address incivility, navigate difficult conversations, and foster a culture of professionalism and accountability. With the right tools and an action plan, you can effectively prevent, manage, and resolve workplace conflicts to create a more respectful and collaborative environment.
Challenges This Workshop Addresses:
✔ Managing incivility and unprofessional behavior on the job site
✔ Navigating tough conversations and behavioral challenges
✔ Strengthening listening and communication skills
✔ Developing strategies to build a culture of respect and accountability
Learning Objectives:
- Proactively addressing disrespect and difficult behavior
- Handling tough conversations with confidence and professionalism
- Encouraging a culture of respect, inclusivity, and accountability
- Creating a more positive and productive work environment
Delivery Methods: Virtual with Zoom Meetings or In-Person/Classroom delivery available.
Course Fee Includes: Access to the course, course materials, and upon completion a digital certificate if requested.
This course is delivered in partnership with local and provincial construction associations across Canada. You will be participating with a group of industry peers from multiple regions.
Sharing a single registration between two or more individuals is not permitted. Please register each person who will be in attendance.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Who Should Attend
This training is ideal for construction supervisors, project managers, site forepersons, HR professionals, and anyone responsible for maintaining a respectful and productive work environment. It is especially beneficial for those who manage teams, handle conflicts, or want to improve communication and accountability on the jobsite.
Technical Requirements
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Computer or laptop
- This course will involve on-screen interaction with your instructor and classmates, reading/viewing on-screen content (slides or videos), and interacting via typing with questions or responses. For this reason, cell phones may not be adequate.
- Windows 10 or Mac iOS.
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Webcam (Mandatory) – in order to engage and collaborate, participants will be expected to have their webcams on for the duration of the class
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Microphone (Mandatory)
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Internet connection- For best results, you will want to ensure you have an internet connection with an upload/download speed of 3-5 Mbps. You can test your internet speed here. The minimum recommended speed is 1.5 Mbps, but anything below 3 Mbps may result in loss of quality or buffering. Ideally hardwired connection versus wireless for stability - connect your computer directly to your router using an ethernet cable, rather than using your home wi-fi.
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A quiet space with minimal distractions –The microphone will be engaged for interactive sessions. Please plan to be fully engaged in the class and clear your work schedule just as you would for the in-class program.
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Comfortable chair