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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.
24 07, 2024

Feedback Fatigue at Work: How to Tell When It’s Too Much

By |2025-05-30T14:42:41-07:00July 24, 2024|Communication Skills|Comments Off on Feedback Fatigue at Work: How to Tell When It’s Too Much

Imagine coming to work every day only to be met with a constant stream of feedback—every task scrutinized, every minor mistake highlighted. This isn't just a rigorous day at the office but a recipe for feedback fatigue. When too much feedback piles up, it can cloud even the most positive [...]

19 07, 2024

How to Deliver Bad News to Customers With a Positive Approach

By |2025-05-30T14:35:19-07:00July 19, 2024|Communication Skills|Comments Off on How to Deliver Bad News to Customers With a Positive Approach

Effectively delivering bad news to a customer is a critical component of maintaining trust and customer loyalty. How a company handles difficult conversations can significantly impact its reputation and customer relationships. Breaking bad news with empathy and transparency helps mitigate the negative effects on customer perception. For instance, excellent customer [...]

18 07, 2024

Healthy vs. Unhealthy Conflict: Key Differences and Strategies

By |2025-05-30T14:33:05-07:00July 18, 2024|Workplace Wellness|Comments Off on Healthy vs. Unhealthy Conflict: Key Differences and Strategies

Effective management of conflict can catalyze growth and innovation in both personal and professional settings. There is a distinction between healthy and unhealthy conflict, and knowing these differences can create an environment where constructive dialogue leads to positive outcomes. This knowledge empowers individuals and teams to navigate disagreements with a [...]

17 07, 2024

Healthy Conflict in the Workplace: What It Is, Benefits & Examples

By |2026-06-02T10:25:31-07:00July 17, 2024|Workplace Wellness|Comments Off on Healthy Conflict in the Workplace: What It Is, Benefits & Examples

In the modern workplace, conflicts are nearly inevitable but not necessarily detrimental. Surprisingly, 85% of employees report experiencing workplace conflicts, with a significant portion spending around 2.8 hours each week engaged in or resolving these disagreements (CPP, Inc.). This substantial investment of time underscores the importance of understanding conflicts [...]

26 05, 2024

How to Prepare for a Performance Review (Checklist + Questions to Ask)

By |2026-05-06T06:47:56-07:00May 26, 2024|Workplace Wellness|Comments Off on How to Prepare for a Performance Review (Checklist + Questions to Ask)

Performance reviews make a lot of people nervous, and for good reason. For many employees, these meetings can feel high-stakes. Compensation discussions may come up. Promotion opportunities may be on the table. Sometimes, difficult feedback appears unexpectedly. And for many people, performance reviews trigger something deeper than workplace stress: [...]

25 05, 2024

How to Deal with Poor Communication & Issues in the Workplace

By |2025-02-24T09:22:12-08:00May 25, 2024|Communication Skills|Comments Off on How to Deal with Poor Communication & Issues in the Workplace

Poor communication refers to the lack of effective information exchange in which the message intended by the sender is not properly received or interpreted by the receiver. The effects of poor communication in the workplace are far-reaching, impacting everything from day-to-day operations to long-term strategic goals. When internal communications [...]

24 05, 2024

Verbal De-Escalation Techniques: 10 Practical Ways to Calm Tense Moments at Work

By |2026-10-16T18:42:09-07:00May 24, 2024|Conflict Management|Comments Off on Verbal De-Escalation Techniques: 10 Practical Ways to Calm Tense Moments at Work

Tense moments with coworkers, customers, patients, students, and the public are a normal part of working with people. Many people who escalate may not be looking for conflict. They may be stressed, worried, or feeling unheard. Verbal de-escalation techniques give you a calm, respectful way to respond when emotions [...]

23 05, 2024

Active Listening in Customer Service: Importance, Skills & Examples

By |2026-06-18T07:30:47-07:00May 23, 2024|Communication Skills|Comments Off on Active Listening in Customer Service: Importance, Skills & Examples

In the fast-paced world of service interactions, taking the time to genuinely hear customers out can be a magic bullet. By truly listening, you build a rapport that elevates a basic conversation into a customer experience they'll remember for the right reasons. When call center agents employ active listening [...]

29 04, 2024

How to Give Constructive Feedback to Employees

By |2025-02-24T22:00:32-08:00April 29, 2024|Communication Skills|Comments Off on How to Give Constructive Feedback to Employees

Giving constructive feedback is essential for fostering growth and development within any organization. Statistics show that when feedback is delivered effectively, it can significantly enhance employee engagement and productivity. However, a Gallup study revealed that only about 26% of employees strongly agree that the feedback they receive helps them [...]

29 04, 2024

How to Prevent Workplace Violence in Healthcare

By |2025-02-24T23:57:26-08:00April 29, 2024|Workplace Wellness|Comments Off on How to Prevent Workplace Violence in Healthcare

In today’s fast-paced world, the safety of healthcare settings remains a critical concern, highlighted by alarming statistics revealing a rise in workplace violence. At Peaceful Leaders Academy, we understand the gravity of these challenges. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports that 75% of nearly 25,000 physical assaults [...]

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