Jim Webber -- Training | Consulting | Investigations

Writing Coach

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Duration:  Varies, depending on the number of participants.  A brief presentation about effective writing skills is offered for multiple participants, followed by individual 1-on-1 coaching.  The coaching generally involves conferences with individual employees that last approximately 30 minutes each.  (Longer sessions are provided, as needed).   Because of the variable timing, the fee for each class will be determined in advance based on the number of participants.

Class Size:  Any number.

Audience:  Any employee with writing responsibilities.

At least one week prior to the conferences, individual employees submit writing samples to the instructor via e-mail.  Samples can be any type of writing project, up to fifteen pages.  (Samples can be portions of larger projects and can also consist of different projects).    The instructor will review the sample and provide constructive feedback to the employee.   Samples will be reviewed for clarity – in other words, the effectiveness of the communication.  Grammar and spelling are addressed only to the extent that any issues interfere with the effectiveness of the communication.  This is NOT a grammar course and no one need fear a dangling participle or split infinitive.

Ethics With a Twist

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Duration:  This is normally a half day class (3.5 hours).

Class Size:  Approximately 30-35 is best.  However, smaller and larger class sizes can be conducted to meet the employer’s needs.

Audience:  All employees.

This class covers how decisions are made and the foundations of ethical decision-making.   The content includes a structure for making ethical decisions and ways to keep inappropriate influences from affecting such decisions.

Thinking About the Unthinkable – Preventing Workplace Violence

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Duration:  This is normally a half day class (3.5 hours).  Special full-day sessions can be provided if employers wish to cover certain topics in more detail.

Class Size:  Approximately 30-35 is best.

Audience:  All employees.   (When an employer can schedule separate classes for supervisors, there is added coverage of supervisory responsibilities and documentation)

This class covers the definition of “workplace violence” (what workplace violence is and is not), recognizing potential warning signs as well as de-escalation, prevention and safety techniques.

Religion and the Workplace

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Duration:  This is normally a half day class (3 hours).

Class Size:  Approximately 30-35 is best.  However, smaller and larger class sizes can be conducted to meet the employer’s needs.

Audience:   This class is designed for supervisors and managers.  A shorter version that does not address management responsibilities can also be provided.

This class covers the legal obligations related to preventing discrimination based on religion, including the EEOC’s guidelines related to religious harassment and religious accommodations.

The Respectful Workplace – Diversity

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Duration:  This is normally a half day class (3 hours).

Class Size:  Approximately 30-35 is best.

Audience:   All employees

This class covers general diversity issues, including how bias and a lack of respect in the workplace can adversely affect the work environment.  The class addresses conflict that may stem from biases, how to recognize biases and how diversity issues can affect the workplace.

Managing Leaves, Attendance and Accommodations

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Duration:  This is normally a half day class (3.5 hours).

Class Size:  Approximately 30-35 is best.

Audience:  Managers and Supervisors

This class covers the Employer’s basic obligations related to attendance and disability accommodations under the FMLA, ADA, USERRA (military leave) and similar laws.

Nailing The Interview

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Duration:  This is normally a half day class (3.5 hours).  Special full-day sessions can be provided if employers wish to cover certain topics in more detail or allow for detailed mock interviews.

Class Size:  Approximately 30-35 is best.

Audience:  Any employee who may be called upon to conduct employment interviews.

This class covers the legal standards and best practices related to employment interviews.  There is an emphasis on both practical skills (developing and conducting the interview) as well as the many aspects of discrimination law that arise during the interview process.

Performance Management in the Real World (without writing skills component)

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Duration:  This is normally a half day class (3.5 hours).  Special full-day sessions can be provided if employers wish to cover certain topics in more detail.

Class Size:  Approximately 30-35 is best.  However, smaller and larger class sizes can be conducted to meet the employer’s needs.

Audience:   Supervisors and Managers

This class covers the legal standards and best practices related to day-to-day management, progressive discipline and corrective action.

Preventing Workplace Harassment – Managers/Supervisors

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Duration:  This is normally a half day class (3.5 hours).  Special full-day sessions can be provided if employers wish to cover certain topics in more detail.

Class Size:  30-35 is best.  However, smaller and larger class sizes can be conducted to meet the employer’s needs.

Audience:  Employees with supervisory or management responsibilities, regardless of title.

This class covers:

  • The key definitions of harassment
  • How harassment includes more than sexual harassment
  • Recognizing and discouraging behavior that violates company policy
  • Bullying as a form of harassment
  • Fostering a safe and respectful work environment
  • Judging behavior as a reasonable person
  • Proper procedures for reporting harassment
  • Individual responsibility for preventing unwelcome behavior
  • Supervisory responsibilities

Preventing Workplace Harassment – Employees

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Duration:  This is normally a half day class (3 hours).  Special full-day sessions can be provided if employers wish to cover certain topics in more detail.

Class Size:  Approximately 30-35 is best.  However, smaller and larger class sizes can be conducted to meet the employer’s needs.

Audience:  Employees without supervisory or management responsibilities.

This class covers:

  • The key definitions of harassment
  • How harassment includes more than sexual harassment
  • Recognizing and discouraging behavior that violates company policy
  • Bullying as a form of harassment
  • Fostering a safe and respectful work environment
  • Judging behavior as a reasonable person
  • Proper procedures for reporting harassment
  • Individual responsibility for preventing unwelcome behavior

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