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Workshops to Create Respectful Work Environments

Engaging workshops for organizations committed to creating a diverse, respectful and productive work environment.

Today, there is increasing legal, regulatory, competitive and societal pressure on workplace leaders – from front-line supervisors and senior managers to CEOs – to create respectful environments for their staff while building high performing teams.

Most leaders understand this. The question that remains, however, is how to practically and effectively address workplace dysfunction in a respectful and legally defensible manner. Employees at every level of the organization need the tools and training to work together as a diverse, engaged and productive team.

 

Respectful Workplaces Are Built From the Ground, Up

Respectful workplace training fosters individual well-being and engagement, which translates into organizational productivity and success. However, respectful workplaces do not magically happen. They require work and commitment from everyone. Each person has a legal and practical role to play.

The challenge is that workplaces are complex, dynamic environments. Everyone has their role and must work together to achieve a common goal. But we are unique in who we are, how we work, and what we value. Our attitudes and work practices are as diverse as our backgrounds.

When everyone interacts respectfully and harnesses this incredible diversity, a workplace is a progressive place of individual empowerment and organizational growth. However, without a foundation of respect, differences and diversity can be used against individuals. Intolerant and disrespectful behavior can infect an entire organization.

The starting point for building a respectful workplace is meaningful and practical training for everyone. Top employers recognize this and take a proactive approach to build respectful, enriching and diverse workplaces.

Remote or In-Person Workshops

Using her MIRROR Method as the foundation, Marli has created and delivers many different types of workshops that can be done remotely or in-person. These workshops educate leaders and staff on their rights and responsibilities in building and maintaining a culture of respect and professionalism.

 

 

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Respectful Workplace Workshops for Leaders

Respectful Workplace Workshops for Staff

Chartered Professionals in Human Resources

All of Marli's leadership courses are certified by the Chartered Professionals in Human Resources.

What clients say about Marli Rusen and the MIRROR Method

You’ve put together an exceptional course here. Very valuable material packaged up and delivered in a way that makes it very easy to understand. I got a lot from it. My team members from all over Canada are enjoying it as it’ll become mandatory for staff who join our organization at all levels.
Owen Court
Chief Operating Officer, Scarlet Security
The Mirror Method and Marli’s training on respectful workplaces is applicable to employees across all levels of an organization. Through her seminars, she simply and clearly outlines the roles that everyone plays in creating a respectful, engaging, and positive workplace, while providing the fundamental legal context behind those obligations. A respectful workplace culture is something we need to co-create as an organization, constantly nurture and not take for granted. Engaging Marli to deliver the training was one way of delivering on our organization’s commitment by providing all staff with the knowledge and tools to maintain the positive environment we all want to be a part of. Feedback I got from one leader in Victoria was: ”One thing that definitely stuck with me though was when she said [paraphrased] . One of the most respectful things you can do in the workplace is show up and do your job. I thought that was pretty poignant and pretty spot on.” From Nanaimo I heard: “It was one of he better trainings they had been to recently because it was succinct and relevant to everyone in that work group.”
Carolina Ibarra
Chief Executive Officer, Pacifica Housing
Psychological safety is more important today in organizations now than ever. Workplaces have changed dramatically through globalization, remote work, hybrid work, and greater diversity. The competition in attracting, retaining and engaging others is critical to an organization’s reputation, productivity and bottom line. The MIRROR Method is a gift to all employers and employees. Whether one is a seasoned or emerging new leader, identifying, and ending conflict or workplace dysfunction (demonstrated through Performance, Behaviour, Communication) is critical. Building Respect & Resolving Conflict is an affordable, easily accessible and effective must have training for for employers and employees alike.
Sheryl Brown, CPHR, HR Professional
Sheryl Brown, CPHR, HR Professional
As a frontline leader, with over 20 years of experience working through an ever-changing workplace, the MIRROR Method is a must have tool in the leader’s toolbox. In order to keep and improve psychological safety it is important as a leader to limit team dysfunction and engage the workforce. The MIRROR Method is a must have - should have.
Bill Brown, SCMP
Bill Brown, SCMP
I have invited Marli a number of times to deliver her Building Effective Teams, Roles, Responsibilities, Tips and Tools for an Optimal Workplace session to supplement employees’ learning regarding respectful workplace expectations. Marli is excellent at explaining the concepts and expectations in todays’ workplaces in an applicable, meaningful way. Through her sharing of interesting and relevant stories and recent case law, she makes the learning experience engaging. Leaving the sessions, all participants are clear that we all have a role to play in addressing dysfunction and building the foundation of a respectful workplace.
Nadine Dillabaugh
Nadine Dillabaugh, Manager, Human Resources and Organizational Development, District of Central Saanich
Having applied this process, I can attest that if you follow the steps in The MIRROR Method, you will achieve positive outcomes and culture shift in your work environments.
Sandra Merlo
Director, HR Operations
This book is a must read for anyone in a leadership role. ... The Mirror Method is a fabulous tool for any leader to have in their toolkit.
Sherry Squires
A great learning and teaching tool, "The Mirror Method" will definitely be a staple for those who lead in your organization.
Lori Rilkoff
Human Resources Consultant
The MIRROR Method provides an easy-to-understand approach on how to identify and deal with dysfunctional workplaces and unacceptable individual performance and conduct.
Lori Rilkoff
Human Resources Consultant
"The Mirror Method" is a wonderful resource on navigating workplace dynamics for all HR professionals and Leadership teams. This book delivers insightful and practical advice which can be implemented in any organization.
Brigitte Runkel
CPHR, HR Advisor
Marli gives workplace leaders the practical tools, and step by step directions, to identify and deal with unacceptable workplace behaviours that can be applied in any workplace environment.
Sharon Kearney
Legal Counsel
For HR practitioners and managers alike, The MIRROR Method will become your “faithful guide” in identifying, dealing with, and resolving workplace conflict and dysfunction.
Sandra Merlo
The MIRROR method is an effective and practical process that will guide you to respectfully, fairly and objectively monitor, review, diagnose and remedy workplace dysfunction.
Anita Ferriss
Organizational & People Development Specialist, Camosun College (now retired)
The Mirror Method is a practical, accessible resource that provides a road map toward building a respectful workplace.
Anita Ferriss
Organizational & People Development Specialist, Camosun College (now retired)
The Mirror Method delivers practical information on the legal, productivity and reputational costs associated with dysfunction that is left unaddressed.
Shelley Kohlmann
Shelley Kohlmann and Associates HR Consulting
Besides the MIRROR method framework, the book is full of practical resources and tools.
Anita Ferriss
Organizational & People Development Specialist, Camosun College (now retired)
The Mirror Method is a wonderful resource on navigating workplace dynamics for all HR professionals and Leadership teams.
Brigitte Runkel
CPHR, HR Manager