Ensuring a Respectful Workplace

Key Learning Points

• DON’T: Blurt out insensitive comments
• INSTEAD: Think before you speak
• DON’T: Make racist remarks
• INSTEAD: Always maintain respect
• DON’T: Talk behind someone’s back
• INSTEAD: Give professional feedback directly
• DON’T: Shut down when someone is rude
• INSTEAD: Get back on your horse!

Synopsis

Serena is concerned that the culture in the office lacks basic elements of respect. The issue is addressed head on as members of the team confront Carol about some of the racist and insensitive comments she has made in the past. She begins to wonder if she really is doing something wrong. Meanwhile Sam and Sanjay are talking about Serena and ridiculing her, which Serena overhears. Carol in turn also overhears and is both amused and shocked. Serena is devastated. Carol sees the perfect opportunity to give Serena a pep talk and help her get back on the horse.

Cutting Edge Communication training videos are designed to provoke discussion and response. Contemporary, fast paced, short, character driven, sitcom-style comedies, these courses take an innovative approach to reaching today's learners. Through laughter, discussion and reaction, we can all develop a more transparent and shared vision of how we wish to behave, how we manage ourselves, and how we cooperate with others.

While some find them insensitive or even outrageous, the vast majority of viewers and participants have found them to be refreshing, stimulating and ideal for injecting energy and enthusiasm back into learning.

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Languages Available (sold separately): English

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