Navigating the Jungle of Toxic Behavior
Recognizing, Addressing, and Preventing Toxic Behavior in the Workplace
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Let’s face it—toxic behavior is everywhere. Whether it’s the office narcissist, the master manipulator, or the steamroller who never lets you finish a sentence, dealing with dominant personalities can feel like navigating a jungle. And here’s the catch: it’s not personal. It’s primal.
Toxic dominance behavior isn’t about intelligence, upbringing, or age. It’s an instinctive tribal mechanism that kicks in when people feel their power is threatened—making it sneaky, irrational, and frustratingly hard to pin down. The good news? Once you understand the rules of the game, you can stop playing along.
In this workshop, we’ll break down: What makes toxic behavior tick? How can you spot it early? And most importantly—how do you keep your cool, communicate effectively, and avoid getting dragged into the drama? You’ll discover how to use neutrality, perspective, and even your body posture to stay in control without losing your mind.
What We’ll Explore in This Workshop:
Survival of the Pushiest – Why dominance behavior exists and why it’s so hard to deal with
Spot the Predator – Recognizing different levels and forms of toxic behavior before they escalate
Less Talk, More Control - How to communicate strategically without giving toxic behavior ammunition
Stand Tall, Stay Strong – Using body language and presence to command respect and defuse tension
Takeaways:
By the end of this workshop, you will:
Understand why toxic behaviors emerge and how they function in group dynamics
Be able to spot the warning signs of dominance-driven behavior before it spirals
Know how to communicate strategically to avoid escalation and power struggles
Learn how to detach emotionally and keep your sanity intact
Use body posture and non-verbal presence to assert confidence and create boundaries
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Françoise’s approach can be summed up in one phrase: “Un peu de douceur dans ce monde de brutes.” Known for her inspiring and empathetic style, Françoise helps leaders and teams unlock the power of emotional intelligence to create energizing work environments that boost both wellbeing and performance.
Her company, How Do You Do, reflects her philosophy with a twist. It’s not just a polite greeting—it’s an invitation to dive deeper: How are you really? How do you tackle challenges? And how can I help you do it better?
Françoise’s expertise is built on several key pillars. Her years at Hay Group (now Korn Ferry), where she gained deep insights in leadership development, Emotional intelligence at work, talent & competency assessment, and job analysis. Also, the NeuroCognitive and Behavioral Approach (INC), which equips her with a profound understanding of human behavior. This unique lens enables her to decode the deeper drivers of actions and interactions, motivation, stress, adaptability, providing tools for meaningful and lasting change. Combined with her rich life journey, she brings authentic, evidence-based training and coaching that resonates deeply with her audience.
The sessions revolve around developing self-awareness, self-management, empathy, and social skills—essential for thriving at work and beyond. Expect warmth, actionable insights, practical tools, and just the right pinch of humor, delivered seamlessly in French, Dutch, or English.
Passionate about creating energetic and supportive work environments while unlocking the emotional intelligence competencies that leaders and teams need to thrive and excel together.
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