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Scheduled Events

Dealing with Difficult People

A workshop for the Professional Women's Group of Basel

Whether we are trying to manage a surly boss, collaborate with a whining colleague, or negotiate with a disagreeable neighbour, all of us occasionally have to deal with difficult people. And almost all of us are difficult people ourselves sometimes. During this interactive evening program we will explore what we find difficult—what behaviours we have
difficulties dealing with—and how we can respond
appropriately to reduce stress and get better outcomes.

The more we see ourselves as powerless to change the situation, the more frustrated and stuck we feel. And the more we avoid confronting the situation, the worse it gets. Analyzing our own reactions and gaining insight into what
makes others tick help us to discover other approaches and solutions. We cannot change other people but we can change our own attitudes and strategies and achieve amazing results. Developing our skills in communicating effectively and coping with difficult situations leads to greater professional effectiveness and increased well-being.

Date: Tuesday, February 10, 2009

Time: 19.00, doors open at 18.30

Come early to network

Place: Ground floor at Centrepoint (Im Lohnhof 8, Basel)

Cost: Free for PWG members, CHF 15 for non-members

Surviving and Thriving in a Foreign Culture

A workshop on culture shock—what it is and, most importantly, how you can help yourself and your family cope with the difficulties and reap the benefits that living in another culture can provide. This evening will help you feel better about yourself and Swiss culture, and give you perspective and the opportunity for a good laugh.

Date:   Thursday, February 12

Time:   19:00 – 21:30

Place:  Centrepoint Large Library

Cost:   CHF 5 for Centrepoint members,

           CHF 10 for non-members, 

           refreshments included