by Coach Cathy | Oct 14, 2012 | Communication, Relationships
Authentic and loving communication is very difficult to achieve when you have a drunk spouse. It can be confusing, frustrating and upsetting. Many alcoholics or heavy drinkers become angry or act like a victim which can lead to conflict in a relationship. Obviously,...
by Coach Cathy | Sep 29, 2012 | Teams, Work
Negative emotions at work that are not managed can often backfire. What can you do when a situation at work causes you to become very upset? How do you blow off steam without alienating your, boss, staff, coworkers, partners or customers? If you want to succeed in...
by Coach Cathy | Sep 23, 2012 | Teams, Work
Got employee conflict? If yes, you are not alone. As a manager or supervisor, it is important to create an open communication environment in your unit by encouraging employees to talk about work issues. Listening to employee concerns will foster an open environment....
by Coach Cathy | Sep 16, 2012 | General, Work
A personal or work boundary is a limit you set that says, “This is what’s okay, and this is what is not okay.” A boundary is something that you personally honor and respect. It has to start on the inside. If you don’t defend your own boundaries and people find...
by Coach Cathy | Sep 10, 2012 | Teams, Work
Why can’t we all just get along? Because we can’t. Conflict is as natural for people as it is for animals. The workplace is a relatively small, closed system. There are limited resources, promotions, recognition, raises, and resources. It’s easy to...
