Venue:
Delivered digitally via Zoom
Map (opens in new window): Date:
19/02/2025: Time:
13:30 - 16:30: Price:
£295.00 per person
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* Max of 4 delegates per organisation. Please call Acas on 0300 123 1150 or email events@acas.org.uk if numbers exceed this or for more details about the training session.

Having difficult conversations - two 3hr sessions over two consecutive days

Practical guidance on how to handle difficult conversations with employees

One of the most challenging parts of managing people is initiating conversations around sensitive or emotionally charged topics. Managers who avoid these conversations risk undermining their own position and potentially losing credibility with staff.

Addressing sensitive and emotive issues, such as bullying and poor performance, in a balanced, calm, and consistent way is a valued skill. Utilising this skill in the workplace can help promote productivity, employee engagement and lead to an overall better managed workforce.

This event will provide you with effective techniques to enable you to confidently handle difficult conversations with employees.

Who is this best suited to?

Delegates from all sectors of work, including:

line managers, supervisors and team leaders
HR professionals
business owners
Trade Union/employee representatives
individuals who wish to further their professional development

What will I learn from this training?

What is a difficult conversation?
Communication skills and questioning techniques
Structuring the conversation
How to plan and prepare for the discussion
Solutions, follow up action and support
Putting the skills into practice

Key course information

Instructor led training
Delivered in person
Split into two sessions, delivered over two consecutive days. The duration of each session will be 3 hours. The dates are:
- Day 1 – 19th of February 2025, 13:30 – 16:30
- Day 2 – 20th of February 2025, 13:30 – 16:30
Interactive group exercises and practical case studies
Delegates will receive an electronic certificate of attendance

Run this training for your organisation

This course can also be provided in-house. We can also tailor the programme to suit your precise organisation needs. To speak to our customer services team about your requirements call 0300 123 1150 or complete our online enquiry form.

Does your organisation need more than training?

Our specialists can diagnose issues in your workplace and tailor practical solutions to address the challenges faced by you and your staff. To find out more, contact our Customer Services Team on 0300 123 1150 or complete our online enquiry form.

We also offer free e-learning on a wide range of employment relations topics. It's a great way to develop, enhance and refresh knowledge, providing an opportunity to work through theory, explore case studies and answer interactive questions.