Empathetic communication
in difficult work situations

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Deliver bad news clearly and respectfully.
Maintain control in the face of emotions and resistance.
Conduct absence interviews carefully and purposefully.

Introduction

Sometimes leadership requires difficult conversations. Informing someone that a promotion will not happen, explaining that a contract will not be renewed, or speaking with an employee returning from long-term illness. These situations require more than just words.

In the training program ‘Difficult Conversations & Absence Management’, you will learn how to conduct these conversations with both clarity and empathy. You will discover how to communicate a clear message while allowing space for emotions and maintaining professionalism.

You will gain insight into how the brain responds to bad news, learn how to handle emotional reactions, and develop the skills to remain calm and effective in challenging situations.

Who is this training for?

The training program ‘Difficult Conversations & Absence Management’ is designed for HR professionals and managers who regularly conduct sensitive or challenging conversations. The training is suitable for both experienced professionals who want to refine their conversation skills and for managers who want to prepare for this type of conversation.

What makes this training program unique

During the training program ‘Difficult Conversations & Absence Management’, you combine communication, psychology, and leadership to strengthen your effectiveness in difficult situations. Benefits of this one-day program:

  • Communicate with more impact and empathy.
  • Apply communication techniques directly in real-life situations.
  • More structure and self-confidence in difficult conversation situations.
  • The format offers space for practice, reflection, and personal feedback.

Results

After completing this training program, you will be able to deliver bad news clearly, carefully, and respectfully. You conduct absence conversations with empathy and professionalism. You understand emotional reactions and respond appropriately to resistance and tension. This will increase your effectiveness as a conversation partner in challenging situations.

“A YEARTH training program is defined by a powerful blend of inspiration, meaningful content, and real personal case studies. Our goal is to turn your training into an experience that drives the highest possible results.”

Practical information

Duration
This training program is given in one day.
Training hours
From 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Participants
Maximum of 10/12 participants.
Locations
Amsterdam, Brussel, Eindhoven, Online
Participation fee
€ 795,- excl. VAT

Learning objectives

Day 1

9:30 AM Start training day

  • The importance of emotional intelligence in bad news and absenteeism conversations.
  • The impact of bad news on behavior, emotions, and performance.
  • Delivering bad news respectfully, clearly, and carefully.
  • Understanding different forms and causes of absenteeism.
  • Legal frameworks: what you can and cannot discuss during an absenteeism conversation.
  • Recognizing underlying issues behind absenteeism or resistance.
  • Dealing with emotions, objections, and defensive behavior.
  • Practicing with realistic practical situations and difficult conversation scenarios.
  • Evaluation of the training and development of a personalized, practice-oriented action plan.

5:00 PM End of training day

Your training program in 3 steps

  • Prior to the training program, we ask you to complete an online intake form. If you prefer to discuss your personal learning objectives in more detail, we’ll be more than happy to schedule a one-on-one intake call. Based on your learning objectives, background, and focus areas, we’ll match you with a training group with similar professionals. This way, the training will be customized to your situation and learning objectives.

  • The one-day training program ‘Difficult Conversations & Absence Management’ is an intensive and goal-oriented day full of inspiration, theory, and practice. You will discover how to influence your own behavior and results with greater confidence, effectiveness, and energy.

    During the training day, you will work on your personal learning goals with a variety of working methods, moments of reflection, and direct feedback from the trainer. Your training program ends with a personal evaluation and a clear plan of action for the future.

    About your trainer

    The training program is provided by an experienced trainer with extensive practical experience. Our trainers combine knowledge, analytical skills, and keen observations with a personal and positive approach. They confront you in a respectful manner, challenge you, and help you get the most out of yourself.

  • From the very first day of your training program, you’ll have access to the YEARTH Online Learning Platform. Here, you’ll find in-depth articles, assignments, and tools to help you put what you’ve learned into practice. You can choose where and when to study using the YEARTH app, your tablet, or computer. This is how you ensure that the insights gained in a single day have a lasting effect on your daily practice.

Your investment

My organization covers the costs

Participant fee € 795,
Facility fee € 50 per day € 50,
Total price excluding VAT € 845,

My organization is exempt from VAT

Participant fee € 795,
Surcharge 10% € 79,50
Facility fee € 50 per day € 50,
Total price excluding VAT € 924,50

I pay for the training course myself

Participant fee € 795,
Surcharge 10% € 79,50
Facility fee € 50 per day € 50,
Total price excluding VAT € 924,50

This is included in your investment:

  • Personal intake.
  • Syllabus and course materials.
  • The YEARTH certificate.
  • Year-long access to the Online Learning Platform.

VAT

The total investment excludes VAT. In some cases, a VAT exemption may be possible. In that case, the participation fee will increase by 10%. This can be beneficial for individuals and organizations that are not able to deduct VAT. Read more about VAT exemption.

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What others are saying...

Training program that I can definitely recommend to someone else. Clear explanations and nice that the choice of the group was coordinated with each other. The trainer helped me gain a deeper understanding. Super.

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Training program was very good. Especially the trainer who could explain very well and also noticed what each participant needed.

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The method of teaching appealed to me the most. The trainer’s respect, open communication and willingness to help and give tips on an individual level. The training program is definitely worth it!

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In addition to the theory, I also learned how to apply what I learned into practice. I really liked the exercises and personal attention in this training program. Definitely recommended!

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The calm, measured pace in which the theory was narrated really appealed to me. I go home feeling good and I learned a lot.

Anonymous

Small group, therefore much space for your own insight and development. Good balance between theory and practical exercises.

Anonymous

Very interesting training program with surprising perspectives and useful techniques. Very useful for the future. I would definitly recommend it.

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It was very comfortable to attend this training program in a small group. The trainer personally adressed the situations with you.

Anonymous

Very inspiring training program by a nice trainer. Also very friendly, which made the sessions also very enjoyable. The small group made the program very intensive and interactive. Highly recommended.

Anonymous

Overall very good, trainer was knowledgeable and asked the right questions. There was space for both the individual and the group. There was a pleasant atmosphere.

Anonymous

An informative and, above all, fun course!
Advantages:
– Small group with participants of the same level
– Immediately applicable in practice
– Personalized to your personal situation

Anonymous

A good training program with a lot of personal attention. After the training program you have enough tools to apply what you’ve learned into practice.

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