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Jeremy Pollack

About Jeremy Pollack

Jeremy Pollack, Ph.D. is a conflict resolution specialist and founder of Pollack Peacebuilding and Peaceful Leaders Academy. He is also Chairman of the Board of the Peaceful Leadership Institute, the President of the Florida chapter of the Association for Conflict Resolution, and Chair of the Workplace Peace Committee of Division 48 (Division of Peace Psychology) of the American Psychological Association. His credentials include being a Certified Organizational Development Coach (CODC™), a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist-Individual (CCTS-I™), and an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) under the International Coaching Federation. Jeremy is an Adjunct Professor of Psychology at Arizona College, and still actively participates in coaching and training sessions offered by his companies. He lives in Miami with his wife, Jenny, and their labradoodle, Denver.
19 04, 2024

How to Respectfully Disagree With Coworkers or Bosses in the Workplace

By |2024-07-16T11:14:25-07:00April 19, 2024|Communication Skills|Comments Off on How to Respectfully Disagree With Coworkers or Bosses in the Workplace

Workplace disagreements happen to the best of us. Maybe a brainstorming session has veered off course, or you find yourself at odds with your boss's view. The key is knowing how to disagree respectfully—it's a skill that sets strong professionals apart. Healthy debate can actually fuel innovation. But if [...]

19 04, 2024

How to Receive Constructive Feedback and Fuel Your Professional Growth

By |2024-06-25T00:43:32-07:00April 19, 2024|Communication Skills|Comments Off on How to Receive Constructive Feedback and Fuel Your Professional Growth

In a world of evolving workplaces and constant change, the ability to receive and process constructive feedback is a superpower. This skill separates those on a fast track to growth from those who may feel stuck. Whether you're a seasoned manager or just starting out, constructive criticism is a [...]

19 04, 2024

4 Communication Skills Crucial for Giving Feedback

By |2024-07-16T11:14:21-07:00April 19, 2024|Communication Skills|Comments Off on 4 Communication Skills Crucial for Giving Feedback

Have you ever received feedback that felt more like a personal attack than helpful guidance? Or maybe you struggled with giving feedback because you feared hurting someone's feelings? Let's be honest: both giving and receiving feedback can be awkward. Effective feedback is a superpower for any leader. Done well, [...]

9 02, 2024

What Is Generative Conflict & How To Use It in Your Favor

By |2024-07-16T11:07:54-07:00February 9, 2024|Leadership Coaching, Leadership Skills|Comments Off on What Is Generative Conflict & How To Use It in Your Favor

Generative conflict represents a paradigm shift in how we view conflict. Traditionally seen as negative, this approach sees conflict within a group as a catalyst for growth and innovation. By embracing challenging and uncomfortable moments through generative conflict, teams and groups unlock more possibilities for creative problem-solving and collaboration. [...]

9 02, 2024

Feeling Disrespected at Work? This Is How To Deal With It

By |2024-07-16T11:11:07-07:00February 9, 2024|Leadership Coaching, Workplace Wellness|Comments Off on Feeling Disrespected at Work? This Is How To Deal With It

Experiencing disrespectful behavior in the workplace can significantly impact an individual’s mental and emotional well-being. This is a common issue that many employees face, and it can lead to a decrease in job satisfaction and productivity. The feeling of being undervalued or disrespected by colleagues or superiors not only [...]

17 01, 2024

The Essentials of Trauma-Informed Workplaces (with Checklist)

By |2024-07-16T11:14:33-07:00January 17, 2024|Conflict Management, Workplace Wellness|Comments Off on The Essentials of Trauma-Informed Workplaces (with Checklist)

The past two years have been the most turbulent for organizations and humanity in general. We have faced racial violence, environmental disasters, political upheavals, domestic violence cases, sexual violence, and the COVID-19 pandemic in succession. The result has been skyrocketing levels of depression and anxiety. Given that organizations cannot [...]

10 01, 2024

How to Implement & Manage Change in The Workplace Successfully

By |2024-03-13T17:42:58-07:00January 10, 2024|Leadership Coaching, Leadership Skills|Comments Off on How to Implement & Manage Change in The Workplace Successfully

Every modern organization has needed to adjust its ways of doing things over time. These adjustments occur for various reasons. Sometimes, it's because customers demand different products or existing products become obsolete. Organizations might also restructure their management, formulate new workplace policies, or reshuffle employees to different departments or positions. [...]

10 11, 2023

Why is Communication Important for Leadership?

By |2023-11-13T09:47:30-08:00November 10, 2023|Communication Skills, Leadership Skills|Comments Off on Why is Communication Important for Leadership?

One of the most essential keys to successful leadership is excellent communication. If you're in a leadership position, you need the ability to communicate with individuals one-on-one, as well as to be able to share information with diverse groups of people that may be in either small or large [...]

22 09, 2023

Leadership Communication: What It Is, Essential Skills, and Practical Tips

By |2024-08-15T08:02:33-07:00September 22, 2023|Communication Skills, Leadership Coaching, Leadership Courses, Leadership Skills|Comments Off on Leadership Communication: What It Is, Essential Skills, and Practical Tips

One of the most important characteristics of good leaders is the ability to communicate effectively. When you’re in a leadership role, you continually interact with people at many different levels. You need to be able to think clearly, listen to what’s being shared by others, and express information and [...]

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