Managing the Unmanageable™: Practical Strategies for Managing Difficult Employees
Course
A practical micro-learning course for Wilcon Depot leaders, equipping them with proven strategies to identify, address, and manage difficult employee behaviors while upholding exceptional customer experience standards.
Here is the course outline:
1. Introduction to Managing the Unmanageable at WilconSets the stage for why managing difficult employees is critical to Wilcon’s customer experience, outlines course goals and competencies, and previews the practical strategies covered in the micro-learning journey. 8 sections
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2. Recognizing Difficult Behaviors in Retail EnvironmentsEnables supervisors to spot early warning signs of unmanageable behavior, differentiate performance gaps from attitude problems, and assess customer and team impact. 8 sections
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3. Uncovering Root Causes of Resistance and NegativityGuides learners through systematic root-cause analysis to uncover personal, organizational, and environmental factors that drive difficult behaviors. 8 sections
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4. Communication Techniques for Tough ConversationsProvides practical frameworks—such as SBI and LEAD—for active listening, assertive messaging, and constructive feedback when addressing difficult employees. 8 sections
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5. Establishing Clear Expectations and BoundariesDemonstrates how to translate Wilcon service standards into measurable behavioral expectations, communicate them effectively, and secure employee commitment. 8 sections
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6. Crafting Effective Performance Improvement PlansCovers step-by-step creation of performance improvement plans, linking behaviors to outcomes, setting timelines, and documenting actions in line with HR policy. 8 sections
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7. Coaching for Sustainable Behavior ChangeIntegrates identification, communication, and boundary-setting skills into an ongoing coaching cycle that reinforces positive change and addresses relapse early. 8 sections
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8. Consistent Enforcement and Consequence ManagementTrains managers to apply consequences fairly, escalate when necessary, and document each step to protect the organization and customer experience. 8 sections
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9. Developing Your Store Action PlanLearners synthesize course tools into a personalized plan for tackling current difficult employee situations, complete with timelines and success metrics. 8 sections
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10. Summary and Forward CommitmentReviews key concepts, celebrates learner achievements, and sets next steps for continuous improvement in managing the unmanageable at Wilcon. 9 sections
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