Approaching conflict with curiosity:
“I’ve noticed some tension between us on this project. I don’t know the solution, but I’d like us to get everything out in the open and work out solutions together. What’s your perspective on this?”
What is professional vulnerability?
For too long, vulnerability has been seen as a weakness or is associated with getting “too emotional” for a workplace setting.
It’s time to clear that up because vulnerability is one of the most powerful drivers of successful organizational cultures.
Vulnerability, by definition, means to be exposed to possible harm. Sounds scary, right? But that’s an old definition tied to concepts of physical exposure. When we talk about vulnerability in terms of how we show up in our work and lives, we can take off the “harm” part and define it simply as being exposed to possibility.
Think about it. When we stop putting so much energy into maintaining our masks or personas, when we are brave enough to be open about our experience, we open ourselves up to possibilities we once locked ourselves out of.
Essentially, vulnerability at work is about setting aside self-preservative habits in favour of connecting on a deeper level that empowers yourself and those around you to redirect energy away from their own self-preservative habits and towards co-creation.
When you learn the skills to embrace vulnerability at work, your organization will experience measurable increases in:
People will feel empowered to embrace their unique talents, own their mis-takes, pursue larger goals with clarity, and work to continuously grow and develop the best of themselves for the better of the organization.
This workshop will guide attendees to a deeper understanding of what it truly means to embrace vulnerability, create a vision of what vulnerability could look like for them, build the courage to start showing up with more authenticity and curiosity, and start taking real steps towards dropping those masks that hold them back from greatness.
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This workshop can be conducted in person or virtually through a variety of online coaching tools. Time and fees are customized for your group or company’s needs.
If you are interested in joining the speaking circuit or would like to learn more, contact Melissa today!