Creating effective relationships one pinch at a time

udgments, issues and conflict are inevitable by-products of healthy, working relationships. Knowing how to manage these situations is one of the secrets to creating lasting, effective interpersonal relationships. Facing the Tiger is an essential workshop for any working team or team leader to learn, master and apply immediately.

his interactive workshop explains the relationship theory of "pinches" (how issues inevitably arise in relationships and how these are actually choice points), the theory of Facing the Tiger, and Three Worlds (a practical tool for addressing pinches). Participants will also examine their avoidance of conflict and practice the skills of Facing the Tiger. Comprehensive handouts complete the learning package.

Immediate Benefits for Your Organization:

• Empower your managers and staff with practical tools for building stronger interpersonal relationships;
• Create solutions that add energy to the team;
• Assist people in taking the right steps forward in difficult situations;
• Make your event totally memorable with a unique workshop that has practical applications for any work situation!

• Issues and even conflict are inevitable in any relationship!
• We have choices and can choose the path least traveled;
• Huge benefits can be gained by addressing our judgments, issues, and conflicts;
• Five steps to addressing Pinches that will result in stronger relationships;
• We can experience great freedom by being both proactive and unattached to the results!

“With Maureen’s guidance, my conflict resolution skills crystallized from conscious effort to intuitive knowing. At home and at work, with colleagues, family or friends, I now have a way to communicate that is life-changing.”

Julie Henderson
Manager, Marine Environment and Habitat Science Division, Institute of Ocean Sciences