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Carol Bowser: One Question to Rule Them All

One question to rule them all.

There’s one question I ask people that often stops them in their tracks. A bit of background before my “big… Read more »

Carol Bowser: Conflict at work and what's really going on

Conflict At Work. What is Really Going On.

I have spent a bunch of time facilitating groups when things are not going well. While the situations may be… Read more »

Carol Bowser: Do you want others to be more collaborative in the workforce? Ask this question.

Do you want others to be more collaborative in the workforce? Ask this question.

Here’s a question I ask people when they want others to be more conflict competent or need them to address… Read more »

Carol Bowser: 3 questions to ask yourself when preparing for difficult conversations

3 questions to ask yourself when preparing for difficult conversations

I am a firm believer in people having conversations and you should prepare for difficult conversations. Here are three questions… Read more »

Carol Bowser: Regarding conversations and conflict, is it possible that these are causing a problem?

Regarding conversations and conflict, is it possible that these are causing a problem?

When it comes to conversations and conflict, is it possible that any of these three things are causing the problem?… Read more »

Carol Bowser: Step in early and enhance the conversation to avoid conflicts

Step in early and enhance the conversation to avoid conflicts

So, one of the things I do is help facilitate groups when things maybe aren’t going quite so right, and… Read more »

Carol Bowser: Ask 'What are you looking for help with?'

Why you should replace ‘What can I do for you?’ with ‘What are you looking for help with?’

So, have you ever been in a situation where someone comes to you and said, “What can I do for… Read more »

Carol Bowser: Never use these words while in a conflict

Never use these words while in a conflict

Have you ever said “calm down” to someone when they seem to be agitated or elevated emotionally? Well, I’m here… Read more »

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One size does not fit all!

Ok, so here is the deal. I am about 5 feet and 1 inch tall. (My husband says that I… Read more »

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Client Testimonials

Carol Bowser is an exceptional presenter who uses humor and real-world examples in her training. Participants leave with practical strategies and resources to effectively respond to conflict in the workplace. Carol has the rare gift of delivering key concepts in a way that capture the minds and hearts of her audience.

John Paulson, Director of HR

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