We live in turbulent times and our society seems deeply divided on issues such as war, migration, climate change, gender or vaccination. If polarization does not stop at family and friendships, then this naturally also applies to the world of work: conflicts and differences of opinion can put a strain on the working atmosphere and the mood in the team, so how is good cooperation still possible?

When exclusionary or derogatory statements are made, we are often speechless. Instinctively, we either go on the attack or say nothing. We often lack the strength or the communicative means to say something back without being divisive.

With our campaign "Stay in conversation - take a stand", we encourage people to stay in contact, even when differences in attitude and opinion seem irreconcilable.

Our experts will provide you with specific discussion methods, approaches and ideas to help you stay in contact with people even when there is a lot of dissent. Learn how to develop your own attitude. Get to know methods for changing perspectives with other people.

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Episode 30: Correct gendering - is it necessary?

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Episode 29: How can we stay in conversation despite strongly differing opinions through openness and curiosity?

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How do we stay in conversation in polarized times? An interview with psychologist and author Anne Otto.

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Diversity: set impulses and keep at it!

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An interview with Johannes Hartl about the importance of tolerance, argumentation patterns and how we can find a constructive culture of discussion.

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Leadership & HR

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News

Launch of the "Stay in the conversation - show attitude" campaign

How can we work together successfully in polarized times? Discussion methods, impulses and approaches for work and private life.

I thought you were doing that! - The sense and nonsense of our expectations

Topic:

We've all been there.
Expectations that are confirmed and expectations that fall through the cracks.
We all have expectations of ourselves and our fellow human beings.

Is this good or bad?
And what happens when these expectations are not met?

In this humorous webinar, we will shed light on why our expectations can be a positive, but unfortunately also a negative manipulation tool.

How can we create expectations that are productive and appreciative?

You can expect an epic duel between Golem, who blocks, and Pygmalion, who inspires. We show how expectations can save people, ruin them and leave others guessing.

Welcome to the head cinema of your own expectations.
Direct the battle between Pygmalion and Golem in your own epic masterpiece.

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Booking status: free

Date: 05.09.25

Event days: 1

Time: 15:00 - 16:00

Format: Lecture

Venue: virtual

Address: We will send you the access data in good time before the start of the event.

Contact: events-nrw@familienservice.de

Booking number: VA_98913

Application deadline: 04.09.25

Costs: free of charge

Speaker: Wolfgang Boy

Medium: Internet

Subject area: Life coaching

Target groups: Employees of pme, employees of the contractual partners

Notes: The presentation will be recorded and will be available for 14 days afterwards. The webinar will take place via zoom.

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