This document discusses nonviolent communication (NVC) and how to apply its principles in a workplace setting. It outlines different types of aggressive communication like threats, criticism, and passive aggression. NVC uses empathy, compassion, and understanding to resolve conflicts through observing objectively, identifying feelings and needs, and making requests rather than demands. Examples show how to rephrase statements in a more positive, collaborative way. Key takeaways include focusing on facts, speaking kindly, checking for understanding, giving praise, and paying attention to nonverbal cues.
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4. Passive Aggressive
● being sarcastic
● giving minimum of effort
● hiding behind law
● being unreceptive to change
reality
● staying silent
● looking the other way
● accepting low standards
● refusing to participate
13. Marshall Rosenberg
American Psychologist
1960 - Nonviolent Communication
(NVC) to help resolve conflicts
NVC applies to many areas:
● Relationships,
● Conflict Resolution,
● Parenting and Families,
● Personal Growth,
● Workplace,
● Healthy Body Image,
● Education
24. Jackal: “He is so rude.”
Giraffe: “When I said “hello”, he looked in another direction.”
Jackal: “Mr Abraham is not at all able to manage his team.”
Giraffe: “Mr Abraham has explained the new strategy and has been interrupted
several times by different people.”
25. Manager: Could we meet at 5 p.m. to see how to deal with ….
Employee: I planned to leave at 5 p.m. I have been working late for weeks.
Manager (Giraffe): How are you feeling?
Employee (Giraffe): I still feel OK, but I need time for my family and friends
too.
Manager (Jackal): We’ve all been working very hard. This is an urgent case
and can’t wait.
Employee (Jackal): It’s always urgent. A better schedule would help all of us
to be more efficient.
36. Key Takeaways
● Avoid static language (good/bad, normal/not normal, correct/incorrect).
● Don’t compare
● Avoid subtle judgement words like should, ought and must.
● Avoid judgement words which are used to exaggerate, such as always, never,
ever, whenever, often, frequently and seldom.
● Always speak kindly, firmly and clearly.
● Focus on facts
● Switch on the empathy
● Double check “What I hear you saying is…”; “Am I correct in thinking that
your biggest concern is…?”
37. Key Takeaways
● Double check “What I hear you saying is…”; “Am I correct in thinking that
your biggest concern is…?”
● Set clear expectations around every project and objective
● When giving instruction, ask your colleagues to repeat back what you just said
to ensure you were fully understood
● Give praise generously
● Pay close attention to all non-verbal communication