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Section : CASE STUDY - Talking circles
Domain : Human Resource Management
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This chunk provides practical tips for conducting effective consultation workshops with employees during significant workplace changes, emphasizing the importance of preparation, participation, and structured discussion to ensure that employee input is valued and considered in decision-making processes.
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- Set aside enough time to get the most out of the discussion
- Hold the workshop somewhere where your employees won't be distracted by work
- Make sure the senior people in your business attend
- Begin by outlining the proposed changes and encourage questions to make sure everyone understands the facts
- Have the group brainstorm ideas and record all the points (SWOT analysis can be a useful approach)
- Prioritise - ask the group to each identify their top 3 points
- Finally, ask the group to break into smaller groups to talk about the priority issues further. Ask them to think of ways in which the weaknesses or threats can be reduced, strengths built on and opportunities maximised.
- What is the first step suggested for conducting a successful workshop?
- Why is it important to hold the workshop in a distraction-free environment?
- Who should be present at the workshop to ensure its effectiveness?
- What is the purpose of outlining proposed changes at the beginning of the discussion?
- How can a SWOT analysis be beneficial during the brainstorming session?
- What method is suggested for prioritizing ideas generated during the workshop?
- What should smaller groups focus on after identifying priority issues?
- How can the workshop participants address weaknesses and threats identified during the discussion?
- What role does encouraging questions play in the workshop process?
- What are the expected outcomes of breaking into smaller groups for further discussion?