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–Paul Jennings, Rolls Royce

Thera Rising has resolved more than 300 workplace conflicts. Every year we train thousands of employees and leaders to avoid the costly errors that undermine cohesiveness and trust.

Our powerful, original strategies have been featured in more than 35 publications including "HR Management", "The New York Times" and "Oprah Magazine".

We bring our strategies to your workplace, on your schedule. Contact us to learn more.

Founder: Anna Maravelas, Licensed Psychologist, M.A. Author of "How to Reduce Workplace Conflict and Stress" (Career Press) now in it's ninth printing.

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Conflict and mistrust take many forms

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$0.34 on the payroll dollar could be wasted dealing with or on account of workplace tension, mistrust and other inefficient behaviors. On average , Thera Rising is able to show a 74% reduction in those behaviors.

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You will be asked a series of 28 statements. Rank them from 1-7,
1 being never and 7 being frequently. Your total score will be calculated at the end of the survey.
Start The Survey
People talking engaging constructively when they disagree
(Never) 1      2     3     4     5     6      7 (Frequently)
Co-workers dwelling on old resentments
(Never) 1      2     3     4     5     6      7 (Frequently)
Watching the clock, or talking about outside interests because work lacks meaning
(Never) 1      2     3     4     5     6      7 (Frequently)
Individuals missing meetings, ignoring emails, or being uninformed about announcements or decisions
(Never) 1      2     3     4     5     6      7 (Frequently)
Decisions picked apart and criticized in small groups after meetings
(Never) 1      2     3     4     5     6      7 (Frequently)
Conversations being focused on issues, not people
(Never) 1      2     3     4     5     6      7 (Frequently)
People talking engaging constructively when they disagree
(Never) 1      2     3     4     5     6      7 (Frequently)

Next
Group members are withdrawn, lacking energy, doing the minimum
(Never) 1      2     3     4     5     6      7 (Frequently)
Group members giving each other the benefit of the doubt and assuming there are reasons behind others' behavior
(Never) 1      2     3     4     5     6      7 (Frequently)
Individuals or groups are isolated or ostracized
(Never) 1      2     3     4     5     6      7 (Frequently)
Little sense of tightly bonded team
(Never) 1      2     3     4     5     6      7 (Frequently)

Critical issues not being addressed because someone might get defensive or angry
(Never) 1      2     3     4     5     6      7 (Frequently)

Laughter and good-natured comments
(Never) 1      2     3     4     5     6      7 (Frequently)

People not extending offers of help. A few individuals carry more than their share.
(Never) 1      2     3     4     5     6      7 (Frequently)

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High participation in meetings--ideas and concerns are shared. Group is skilled at problem resolution and solving shared issues
(Never) 1      2     3     4     5     6      7 (Frequently)
Group members criticizing each other behind each other's backs--negative speculation about behavior
(Never) 1      2     3     4     5     6      7 (Frequently)
Spontaneous offers of help and a willingness to ask for assistance
(Never) 1      2     3     4     5     6      7 (Frequently)
Opinions and concerns withheld at meetings, awkward silence
(Never) 1      2     3     4     5     6      7 (Frequently)

Information not being shared because of tension
(Never) 1      2     3     4     5     6      7 (Frequently)

Individuals "venting" behind closed doors
(Never) 1      2     3     4     5     6      7 (Frequently)

Members adapting to change quickly
(Never) 1      2     3     4     5     6      7 (Frequently)

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Next
Lack of relaxed informal conversation
(Never) 1      2     3     4     5     6      7 (Frequently)
Expressed appreciation for contributions and accomplishments
(Never) 1      2     3     4     5     6      7 (Frequently)
Individuals missing work because of tension
(Never) 1      2     3     4     5     6      7 (Frequently)
Individuals appearing apathetic about group performance or mission
(Never) 1      2     3     4     5     6      7 (Frequently)

A focus on solutions and opportunities
(Never) 1      2     3     4     5     6      7 (Frequently)

Agreement that trying to change things is hopeless
(Never) 1      2     3     4     5     6      7 (Frequently)

Raised voices or other forms of aggression
(Never) 1      2     3     4     5     6      7 (Frequently)

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Your total score from rating your group on 'hot' and 'cold' contempt is out of a possible 196. We can help your staff shift from personality-based problem solving to a process-oriented approach, end the "circular-firing squad," capture fantastic savings and enhance morale and retention

Call us today. We'll be happy to explore your needs!