Behavioral Science SIG, Dealing with Difficult Participants in the Training Environment, led by Jay Johnson

Location: Zoom Online Virtual Platform (link provided after registration)

Cost: Free for ATD Detroit and other local Chapter Members &

$10.00 for Guest

March Topic: Dealing with Difficult Participants in the Training Environment

 **We wanted to inform you of a change in the presenter for our upcoming March session. Jay Johnson has been whisked away on another engagement, and we are pleased to announce that Dr. Natalie Makulski will be stepping in to lead this session.

 March Madness is not just for basketball, it can also describe what happens when you have a room full of challenging participants!     Whether it is the disengaged “benchwarmer,” the overconfident “ball hog,” or the persistent “heckler,” every trainer encounters difficult participants who can disrupt the flow of a session. But with the right behavioral strategies, you can turn even the toughest crowd into engaged learners.

Join us for this fast-paced and interactive session where we will break down the psychology behind difficult participant behaviors and explore proven strategies to manage resistance, redirect energy, and maintain control of the room, all while keeping your cool. You will learn:

 How to identify and adapt to different disruptive behaviors using behavioral science
 Techniques to turn conflict into collaboration and keep your session on track
 The art of establishing authority while fostering engagement

No technical fouls here, just actionable techniques to elevate your facilitation game! Whether you're leading a corporate workshop or a high-stakes training session, these insights will help you keep your audience engaged and ensure a winning training experience.

Don’t let difficult participants throw you off your game learn how to coach,  adapt, and lead like a champion! 

Jay's Bio

Jay Johnson works with people and organizations to empower teams, grow profits, and elevate leadership. He is a Co-Founder of Behavioral Elements®, a two-time TEDx speaker, and a designated Master Trainer by the Association for Talent Development. With a focus on behavioral intelligence, Jay has delivered transformational workshops to accelerate high-performance teams and cultures in more than 30 countries across four continents.

For more information about the ID SIG or the upcoming Meet-up, contact SIG Organizer Jay Johnson at jay@behavioralelements.com 

Note: SIGs are an exclusive member benefit for ATD Detroit and other local ATD chapter members. 

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What's a SIG?

Special Interest Groups (SIGs) are small groups of members who share an affinity for a particular aspect of Talent Development. Whether it's a specific approach, a certain skill, or a common role in the industry, a SIG helps bring chapter members together to share in an interest.  

Anyone can start a SIG - all it takes is a shared interest and a meeting place! To learn more, contact the Chapter President, president@detroitatd.org.