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Anti-Social

Anti-Social

This case study looks at drinking and socializing after work hours. Two scenarios are presented for discussion.

Topic: Professionalism Learning Path: Personal Performance Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Harassment Prevention, Interpersonal Skills
Awkward Moments

Awkward Moments

This case study addresses the issue of dealing with co-workers who are having intimate relations (dating).

Topic: Professionalism Learning Path: Personal Performance Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Compliance, Interpersonal Skills, Effective Leadership
Burn Out (Manager)

Burn Out (Manager)

Know someone who just seems to be simply going through the motions to get the job done? Concerned because this employee has always been a strong performer with a great positive attitude? Then this case study is for you!

Topic: Motivation Learning Path: Leadership Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Management
Case Study & Branching Exercise: Goal Setting (Manager)

Case Study & Branching Exercise: Goal Setting (Manager)

You are a new manager in the organization. A few weeks ago, you asked your employees to begin thinking about individual and department goals for the next year. When you reviewed their submitted goals, you were disappointed by the general lack of enthusiasm and creativity of the group. What do you do? Kick start a great discussion with this case study and branching exercise.

Topic: Goals and Goal Setting Learning Path: Leadership Type: Case Studies Other Topics: Discussion Trigger, Effective Leadership, Successfully Leading Others, Learning Reinforcement, Management
Case Study & Branching Exercise: Highly Critical (Manager)

Case Study & Branching Exercise: Highly Critical (Manager)

You are a manager of a large division. One of your best performing employees has a reputation for being highly critical of her co-workers. She criticizes the competency of other team members, how many hours they work compared to her, and how much time they spend socializing on the job. What do you do? Kick start a great discussion with this case study and branching exercise.

Topic: Effective Leadership Learning Path: Leadership Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality, Government Other Topics: Discussion Trigger, Emotional Intelligence, Successfully Leading Others, Learning Reinforcement, Management
Case Study & Branching Exercise: Overwhelmed! (Manager)

Case Study & Branching Exercise: Overwhelmed! (Manager)

You are the manager of a large department. Recently, you have become concerned one of your high-performing employees may be overwhelmed by his growing workload. What do you do? Kick start a great discussion with this case study and branching exercise.

Topic: Effective Leadership Learning Path: Leadership Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality, Government Other Topics: Discussion Trigger, Successfully Leading Others, Management, Personal Improvement
Case Study – I Need Help! I’m Afraid of My Spouse (Manager)

Case Study – I Need Help! I’m Afraid of My Spouse (Manager)

This exercise leads to a discussion about violence in the workplace.” The Q&A-based format helps participants look at the intruder response topic addressing the highest risk demographic of estranged spouses committing violent acts in the workplace (32% of workplace violence incidents are homicides against women).

Topic: Workplace Violence Prevention Learning Paths: Ethics & Compliance, Workplace Safety Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Conflict Resolution, Discussion Trigger
Case Study – It’s Not MY FAULT! (Manager)

Case Study – It’s Not MY FAULT! (Manager)

You're a manager. Over a year ago, an employee was hired to assist you. Since that time, you have noticed that this employee’s work is consistently below expected standards. Every time you try to counsel this employee on improving results, the employee overreacts and blames someone else for their sub-standard performance....

Topic: Workplace Violence Prevention Learning Paths: Ethics & Compliance, Workplace Safety Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Compliance, Conflict Resolution, Discussion Trigger
Case Study – Why Diversity, Why Now? (Employees)

Case Study – Why Diversity, Why Now? (Employees)

This case study is designed to help participants discover that diversity encompasses more than what they may realize on both a personal and professional level. Read through this case study and answer the questions at the end.

Topic: Diversity Dynamics Learning Path: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality, Government Other Topics: Culture Commitment, Discussion Trigger, Inclusion / Equity / Belonging, Interpersonal Skills, Training Support
Case Study – Why Diversity, Why Now? (Managers)

Case Study – Why Diversity, Why Now? (Managers)

This case study is designed to help managers discover that diversity encompasses more than what they may realize on both a personal and professional level.

Topic: Diversity Dynamics Learning Path: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Discussion Trigger, Inclusion / Equity / Belonging, Interpersonal Skills, Management, Team Builder, Training Support
Case Study: AWOL Paul (a manager)

Case Study: AWOL Paul (a manager)

When privacy and productivity clash.

Topic: Management Learning Path: Leadership Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Diversity Dynamics, Inclusion / Equity / Belonging, Interpersonal Skills, Professionalism, Respect / Respectfulness, Workplace Privacy
Case Study: Inside Job (employee)

Case Study: Inside Job (employee)

Using company information for personal gain

Topic: Ethics & Integrity Learning Path: Ethics & Compliance Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Management, Professionalism
Case Study: Short  Fuse (employee)

Case Study: Short Fuse (employee)

Aggressive and threatening comments on the job

Topic: Harassment Prevention Learning Path: Ethics & Compliance Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Compliance, Interpersonal Skills, Workplace Violence Prevention
Case Study: Suspicion (employee)

Case Study: Suspicion (employee)

Withholding important information

Topic: Interpersonal Skills Learning Path: Personal Performance Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Compliance, Management, Professionalism
Case Study: The Rivals (manager)

Case Study: The Rivals (manager)

Handling conflict between two employees

Topic: Interpersonal Skills Learning Paths: Leadership, Personal Performance Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Conflict Resolution, Management, Professionalism
Case Study: Using Crude Language in the Workplace

Case Study: Using Crude Language in the Workplace

Stereotyping / Why words matter in the workplace.

Topic: Diversity Dynamics Learning Path: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Harassment Prevention, Inclusion / Equity / Belonging, Interpersonal Skills, Professionalism, Respect / Respectfulness
Community Outreach

Community Outreach

How postings in an office can be considered offensive.

Topic: Harassment Prevention Learning Path: Ethics & Compliance Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Diversity Dynamics, Inclusion / Equity / Belonging, Management, Professionalism, Respect / Respectfulness
Consenting Adults

Consenting Adults

When coworkers begin dating one another

Topic: Professionalism Learning Path: Ethics & Compliance Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Compliance, Interpersonal Skills
Cyber Bully

Cyber Bully

Bullying through social media is discussed in this case study.

Topic: Abusive Conduct / Bullying Learning Paths: Ethics & Compliance, Leadership Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Compliance, Harassment Prevention, Interpersonal Skills, Management
Dysfunctional Teams

Dysfunctional Teams

Dealing with team conflict

Topic: Communication Learning Path: Leadership Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Change, Interpersonal Skills, Management, Professionalism, Teamwork
Good Enough

Good Enough

Not meeting expectations on the job

Topic: Management Learning Path: Leadership Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Professionalism
Grief

Grief

When an employee is terminally ill or suddenly passes away - the impact sends shock waves across the organization.

Topic: Management Learning Path: Leadership Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Diversity Dynamics, Inclusion / Equity / Belonging, Interpersonal Skills, Professionalism, Respect / Respectfulness
Helping Hands

Helping Hands

When there is disagreement on how work gets done

Topic: Interpersonal Skills Learning Path: Personal Performance Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Effective Leadership, Motivation
I Beg Your Pardon

I Beg Your Pardon

Unprofessional hygiene practices

Topic: Management Learning Path: Leadership Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Professionalism
I Couldn't Help But Overhear

I Couldn't Help But Overhear

Dealing with employees talking about organizing a union

Topic: Management Learning Path: Leadership Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Professionalism
I Deserve It

I Deserve It

Not performing up to expectations

Topic: Management Learning Path: Leadership Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Professionalism
I'm Fine...Really, I Am!

I'm Fine...Really, I Am!

This case study demonstrates dealing with sensitive and confidential issues. This case study centers around medical issues, the ADA and FMLA.

Topic: Management Learning Path: Leadership Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Compliance, Diversity Dynamics, Inclusion / Equity / Belonging, Interpersonal Skills, Respect / Respectfulness
Improving Patient Care

Improving Patient Care

Asking an employee to be a part of a focus group to help reduce delays and confusion when transporting patients.

Topic: Effective Leadership Learning Paths: Leadership, Personal Performance Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare Other Topics: Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Professionalism
Just an Expression

Just an Expression

Dealing with disrespectful comments by coworkers

Topic: Diversity Dynamics Learning Path: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Harassment Prevention, Inclusion / Equity / Belonging, Interpersonal Skills, Effective Leadership, Professionalism, Respect / Respectfulness
Manager Bully

Manager Bully

What to do when you think a coworker is being bullied

Topic: Harassment Prevention Learning Paths: Ethics & Compliance, Leadership Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Compliance, Interpersonal Skills
Old Yeller

Old Yeller

What to do when a manager loudly insults employees

Topic: Harassment Prevention Learning Path: Ethics & Compliance Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Compliance, Interpersonal Skills, Management, Professionalism
Pay Day Loan

Pay Day Loan

When does "borrowing" become "stealing"?

Topic: Ethics & Integrity Learning Path: Ethics & Compliance Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Effective Leadership, Professionalism
Promises, Promises

Promises, Promises

Over-promising and under delivering.

Topic: Management Learning Path: Leadership Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Motivation, Professionalism
Recruiting a New Member

Recruiting a New Member

Asking an existing employee to take on a mentoring role for a new employee.

Topic: Effective Leadership Learning Paths: Leadership, Personal Performance Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Professionalism
Religion at Work

Religion at Work

How to address prayer in the workplace

Topic: Diversity Dynamics Learning Path: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Harassment Prevention, Inclusion / Equity / Belonging, Interpersonal Skills, Management, Professionalism, Respect / Respectfulness
Scent-sitive Subjects

Scent-sitive Subjects

When a coworker's body odor and perfume have a negative impact on others

Topic: Interpersonal Skills Learning Path: Personal Performance Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Diversity Dynamics, Harassment Prevention, Professionalism
Setting Boundaries

Setting Boundaries

Quickly customizable activity to use with any SMART-START™ or discussion generator video. Handling a performance issue with an employee who believes you are friends.

Topic: Effective Leadership Learning Path: Leadership Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality, Government Other Topics: Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Professionalism
Shared Resources

Shared Resources

When a colleague monopolizes shared resources

Topic: Professionalism Learning Paths: Leadership, Personal Performance Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Effective Leadership
Sharing the Load

Sharing the Load

This case study helps with understanding the FMLA and the impact on your team. Scenario: You are a manager of a large department. One of your employees has filed for Family Medical Leave due to a sudden illness. You need to find a way to keep your team together and keep up with the work flow.

Topic: Management Learning Paths: Leadership, Personal Performance Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Diversity Dynamics, Inclusion / Equity / Belonging, Professionalism, Respect / Respectfulness
Teamwork

Teamwork

What is an "unfair advantage" when you are up for a promotion?

Topic: Professionalism Learning Paths: Leadership, Personal Performance Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Ethics & Integrity, Interpersonal Skills, Motivation
The ADA & Attendance

The ADA & Attendance

This case study covers dealing with attendance and tardiness with an employee covered by the ADA and the other employees impacted.

Topic: Management Learning Path: Ethics & Compliance Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Office & General Other Topics: Communication, Compliance, Diversity Dynamics, Harassment Prevention, Interpersonal Skills, Professionalism
The ADA and Disability Discrimination

The ADA and Disability Discrimination

This case study covers the ADA and a case of being accused of not doing enough to accommodate an employee.

Topic: Management Learning Path: Ethics & Compliance Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Office & General Other Topics: Communication, Compliance, Diversity Dynamics, Harassment Prevention, Professionalism
The Assistant

The Assistant

Insubordination and unprofessional behavior

Topic: Management Learning Path: Leadership Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Harassment Prevention, Interpersonal Skills, Professionalism
The Blogger

The Blogger

Dealing with a coworker who discloses company information through a personal blog

Topic: Communication Learning Paths: Ethics & Compliance, Leadership Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Interpersonal Skills, Effective Leadership, Professionalism
The Business Trip

The Business Trip

Ethical use of an expense account

Topic: Ethics & Integrity Learning Path: Ethics & Compliance Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Compliance, Professionalism, Sales & Service
The Clockers

The Clockers

What happens when coworkers clock in and out for others?

Topic: Ethics & Integrity Learning Path: Ethics & Compliance Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Compliance, Interpersonal Skills, Management, Professionalism
The Company Outing

The Company Outing

Being respectful of religious diversity

Topic: Diversity Dynamics Learning Path: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Harassment Prevention, Inclusion / Equity / Belonging, Interpersonal Skills, Management, Professionalism, Respect / Respectfulness
The Concerned Neighbor

The Concerned Neighbor

Sharing confidential patient information via social media

Topic: Ethics & Integrity Learning Path: Leadership Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare Other Topics: Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Effective Leadership, Professionalism
The High Performer

The High Performer

Coaching high-performers who have trouble getting along with their co-workers

Topic: Management Learning Path: Leadership Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Coaching & Mentoring, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Professionalism
The Honeymooners

The Honeymooners

When a same-sex couple gets married

Topic: Diversity Dynamics Learning Path: Leadership Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Harassment Prevention, Interpersonal Skills, Professionalism
The Little People

The Little People

When a leader uses demeaning language

Topic: Diversity Dynamics Learning Path: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Harassment Prevention, Inclusion / Equity / Belonging, Interpersonal Skills, Professionalism, Respect / Respectfulness
The Locker Room

The Locker Room

Dealing with questions during a coworker's gender reassignment process

Topic: Diversity Dynamics Learning Path: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Inclusion / Equity / Belonging, Interpersonal Skills, Management, Professionalism, Respect / Respectfulness
The Lurker

The Lurker

When does behavior become harassing?

Topic: Harassment Prevention Learning Path: Ethics & Compliance Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Diversity Dynamics, Interpersonal Skills, Management, Professionalism
The Social Network

The Social Network

Dealing with employees accessing social media sites from work during "off-hours".

Topic: Effective Leadership Learning Path: Leadership Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Professionalism
The Wedding

The Wedding

An openly gay coworker sharing his/her wedding plans at the office

Topic: Diversity Dynamics Learning Path: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Inclusion / Equity / Belonging, Interpersonal Skills, Effective Leadership, Professionalism, Respect / Respectfulness
Trouble at Home

Trouble at Home

Workplace privacy and performance

Topic: Effective Leadership Learning Path: Leadership Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Management, Professionalism
Twitter Jitters

Twitter Jitters

Dealing with employees who disclose confidential information through social media

Topic: Effective Leadership Learning Path: Leadership Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Professionalism
Union Fliers

Union Fliers

How to handle the possibility of union organization

Topic: Problem Resolution Learning Paths: Leadership, Personal Performance Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Professionalism
Weighty Issues

Weighty Issues

Physical appearances and job requirements

Topic: Professionalism Learning Path: Personal Performance Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Compliance, Diversity Dynamics, Inclusion / Equity / Belonging, Interpersonal Skills, Management, Respect / Respectfulness
What's Best for the Company

What's Best for the Company

Dealing with sensitive and confidential issues while in the interviewing/hiring process.

Topic: Professionalism Learning Path: Personal Performance Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Compliance, Inclusion / Equity / Belonging, Interpersonal Skills, Respect / Respectfulness
What's the Harm?

What's the Harm?

Dealing with confidential information

Topic: Ethics & Integrity Learning Path: Ethics & Compliance Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Compliance, Interpersonal Skills
Work-Life Imbalance

Work-Life Imbalance

Competing priorities and lack of time

Topic: Professionalism Learning Paths: Leadership, Personal Performance Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Diversity Dynamics, Inclusion / Equity / Belonging, Interpersonal Skills, Respect / Respectfulness
Would You Like Any Dessert?

Would You Like Any Dessert?

Reinforcing a policy with an employee who believes you are friends.

Topic: Effective Leadership Learning Path: Leadership Type: Case Studies Suggested Industry Usage: Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & General, Retail & Hospitality Other Topics: Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Professionalism