Navigating difficult managers can be challenging, but it's a crucial skill for success in the workplace. This course will provide strategies for managing challenging situations with your boss, whether they are micromanagers, emotionally volatile, or uncommunicative. You will learn effective communication techniques, conflict resolution skills, and strategies for building positive relationships with difficult managers. Through case studies, role-playing exercises, and group discussions, you will gain the skills and confidence needed to navigate challenging situations with your manager and achieve success in your career. Course Outline: Module 1: Understanding Difficult Managers Module 2: Effective Communication Techniques Module 3: Conflict Resolution Strategies Module 4: Building Positive Relationships Module 5: Self-Care Strategies Module 6: Putting It All Together Learning Outcomes: 1.)Identify different types of difficult managers; recognize their impact on your work and well-being. 2.Use effective communication techniques; clearly and assertively communicate with difficult managers. 3.) Develop strategies for resolving conflicts & de-escalating emotional situations with your manager. 4.)Build positive relationships with difficult managers; set clear expectations and boundaries. 5.) Develop coping mechanisms and a self-care plan to manage stress, difficult emotions. Apply learned strategies to real-life situations; use case studies & role-playing exercises