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Allegations of office misconduct have risen from a rarity to a frequent topic of national debate. Lawyers, doctors, educators, clergy — all professionals — have felt the dramatic increase in reports of harassment and abuse of all kinds — sexual, racial, religious and more. Phil Villaume has heard the allegations from the pits of litigation. His experience there has propelled him onto the national scene, taking his message of prevention to cities and towns across America. Villaume is a veteran of more than 500 workplace misconduct trials, including several high-profile and precedent-setting cases. These experiences have given him knowledge of the law, wisdom of strategies and tactics, and most importantly, compassion for the devastation that such claims bring to all the parties involved. Expect to leave this seminar with the tools to create a proactive plan for yourself and your clients. Know that you will hear the most recent updates and the most effective methods for preventing violence and harassment and for improving office harmony — delivered by a true national expert. By investing one day, you will reap the rewards of inspiration, security and the ability to spread the message and to make America an even better place to live, work and play. Guaranteed. Highlights- Appreciate the asset value of diversity in the workplace.
- Recognize even the most subtle types of harassment.
- Prevent harassment by training both management and staff.
- Develop and implement civility and respect policies and procedures.
- Protect yourself and your clients from allegations of employment-related misconduct.
Program Outline & Schedule (6 hours)[Part I: 90 minutes]Valuing Diversity- Diversity as an asset
- Primary and secondary diversity
- Similarities and differences
- Diversity is a long-term commitment
- Workplace trends and statistics
[15 minute break][Part II: 90 minutes]Recognizing Harassment of Protected Classes in the Professional’s Office- Behavioral and legal definitions of harassment
- Protected classes
- The issue of intent
- Sources of workplace harassment and abuse
- The impact of harassment
[Lunch][Part III: 90 minutes]
Prevention Advocacy- State and Federal Laws
- Employment policies and procedures (or the lack thereof)
- Codes of professional conduct
- Detection, prevention, treatment — educating yourself
- Developing and implementing training for staff
- Respect and civility in the professional office
[15 minute break][Part IV: 90 minutes]
Virtues in the Workplace- Actively practicing respect and kindness
- The four all-important words
- 10 guidelines for a better workplace
[Adjourn]
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