Dealing with Different Personalities and Office Dynamics

Contact Us For Details 09:00-12:00 Mid-Level / Advanced

Explore how personality differences shape communication, collaboration, and day-to-day team dynamics.

Gain practical, psychology-informed strategies to reduce friction and strengthen healthier working relationships.

Description

This workshop explores how personality differences shape team behaviour, communication patterns, and day-to-day office dynamics. The trainer will explore this topic through the field of organisational psychology, participants will learn practical strategies to navigate diverse interpersonal styles, reduce friction, and build healthier working relationships. The session integrates psychological insight with practical application to strengthen collaboration, decision-making, and team cohesion.

Topics

  • Understanding personality through a workplace lens
  • How personality dynamics influence communication, conflict, and team alignment
  • Practical strategies for adapting communication and expectations across personalities
  • Managing difficult behaviours and unhelpful patterns within professional boundaries

Learning Objectives

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

  • Recognise common personality styles and their impact on workplace behaviour
  • Apply psychologically informed strategies to communicate more effectively with different personalities
  • Anticipate and manage interpersonal tensions before they escalate
  • Strengthen team relationships through clearer expectations and adaptive behaviour
  • Reflect on their own style and its influence on team dynamics

Target Audience

Professionals working in team-based or client-facing environments, including managers, supervisors, HR personnel, and individuals seeking to enhance their interpersonal effectiveness.

Suitable for organisations experiencing diverse communication styles, interpersonal tension, or rapid growth and change.

Discounts and Cancellation Policy

  • Companies booking for 4 employees, get an additional spot for free.  This does not apply to Early Bird price.
  • For group bookings kindly send an e-mail to admin@emcsacademy.com
  • No refund will be given in the case of no-shows.

Training Venue

MITC Training Centre
Centris Business Gateway II, Level 4,
Triq is-Salib tal-Imriehel Zone 3,
Central Business District,
Birkirkara

Price includes welcome coffee and coffee break. 

Certification

A certificate of attendance will be provided to participants who attend the workshop.

 

Testimonials

Very good with a very good balance of discussion and practical exercises.

A. Leighton - Head of Claims and Technical Services
June 2026

Very enriching. Lecturer was very well prepared and humane.

R. Fenech - HR Manager and Advisory
June 2026

Very interesting and reflective.

Trainee
June 2026

Total Learning Hours

Full course: 3 hours

Hours include contact hours, supervised practice hours, self-study hours and assesment hours.

Trainers

Josette Barbara-Cardona

Chartered Occupational and Organisational Psychologist

Dr Josette Barbara-Cardona PhD is a Chartered Occupational and Organisational Psychologist with over 12 years of experience across psychology and academia. She holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Leicester and is a qualified career coach (University of Derby). Her work spans multiple sectors: manufacturing, services, healthcare, retail, and education, focusing on personal/professional development, and organisational solutions to enhance performance and well-being. Recognised for her academic contributions with a Dean’s Award in 2022, she also serves on national professional boards, including the Malta Psychology Professions Board. Dr Barbara-Cardona is deeply committed to supporting individuals and organisations in enhancing their performance, growth, and wellbeing.

 

 

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