As a leader, do you freeze when racialized conflict or microaggressions occur on your team? This leadership paralysis, driven by fear of saying the wrong thing, is one of the biggest risks to psychological safety and employee retention. Good intentions don't prevent harm; prepared leadership does.

In this essential session, I draw on my 28 years as a conflict analyst to provide a clear, repeatable protocol for navigating these complex situations. Stop defaulting to avoidance or "colorblind" leadership traps and start building real resilience.

You will learn:
► The three common leadership traps (The Colorblind, The Eggshell, The Savior) and how to avoid them.
► The 4 Pillars of a Resilient Response: Recognize, Respond, Rebuild, and Reinforce.
► A step-by-step "Fire Response Protocol" to interrupt harm in the moment.
► Why silence is never neutral and how your employees interpret it.

This is a must-watch for any leader, manager, or HR professional committed to creating a truly inclusive and psychologically safe workplace.

#Leadership #WorkplaceConflict #DiversityandInclusion #PsychologicalSafety #HR

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As we enter 2026, are you already anticipating the same team conflicts, communication breakdowns, and performance dips? If you're tired of feeling like you're babysitting instead of leading, this episode is your strategic guide for Q1.

In this episode of "What's Happening at Work," I introduce The 30-Day Resilience Sprint—a high-touch program designed specifically for leaders who need to address team issues head-on and protect their quarterly goals. We use our proprietary, science-backed diagnostic platform to turn your team's daily activities into measurable resilience data, uncovering the hidden stressors that lead to conflict and burnout.

Stop guessing what's wrong with your team and start using data to build a foundation of resilience. This is your chance to get ahead of the problems before they derail your year.

This sprint will help you:
► Get an anonymized, high-level overview of your team's specific resilience gaps.
► Learn how to have the right conversations to address issues like bullying and harassment.
► Equip your team with "resilience anchors" to handle pressure and collaborate effectively.
► Protect performance and ensure you meet your Q1 objectives.

We only have 10 spots available for this intensive program. Apply for your team now: https://www.interpersonalwellness.com

#Leadership #TeamManagement #HR #ConflictResolution #Q1Goals #EmployeePerformance

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Hi, I’m Joyce Odidison, Conflict Analyst, Resilience Coach, and Workplace Wellness Expert.

For over 28 years, I’ve helped organizations resolve workplace conflict, rebuild trust, and transform toxic dynamics into high-performing, resilient cultures.

However, one of the most damaging and often overlooked issues I see is conflict avoidance. When leaders or teams avoid difficult conversations, it often results in:

✅ Chronic stress and burnout
✅ Team disengagement and low morale
✅ Passive-aggressive behavior and poor collaboration
✅ Lost productivity and eroded workplace trust

In this episode, I’ll share:

Why “keeping the peace” leads to deeper employee disengagement

How silence becomes the loudest form of workplace tension

What healthy conflict really looks like and why it's key to building team trust and resilience

The micro-skills every leader needs to manage conflict effectively

Real-life stories of transforming conflict into collaboration

Ready to turn conflict into connection and performance?
Join me for my upcoming FREE masterclass:
"How to Turn Energy-Draining Employees into High Achievers Without Adding to Your Workload"

Stay until the end and receive the Behaviour Reset Blueprint™ (a $497 value)—the exact tool I use with executives in crisis.

Register for the conflict resolution masterclass here
https://interpersonalwellness.com/energy-drain-employees/

Let’s stop the burnout, disengagement, and silence.
Let’s build resilient teams and cultures where people thrive.

With care,
Joyce

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