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This course explores how complacency and self-interest can creep into modern workplaces — much like the decline seen in past civilisations. Participants will examine how entitlement culture and outrage-driven behaviour can derail decision-making, teamwork, and organisational growth.
Through practical examples and reflection exercises, managers and team leaders will learn how to rebuild accountability, address toxic dynamics, and drive meaningful cultural change. By defining “above-the-line” and “below-the-line” behaviours, teams can create a clear roadmap for restoring integrity and cohesion across all levels of the organisation.
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After completing this course, participants will be able to:
Every organisation goes through phases of growth, stagnation, and renewal — but when workplace decadence sets in, it can quietly undermine performance. When egos, entitlement, and personal interests take precedence over collective goals, productivity and morale suffer.
The Dealing with Workplace Decadence program by Preftrain helps leaders and teams identify behaviours that contribute to cultural decline and teaches how to re-align individuals with the organisation’s mission, values, and goals.
Duration: Full-day or half-day workshop (customisable)
Delivery Options: Delivered in-person at your workplace, virtually, or at a preferred venue
Recommended Group Size: 4 to 10 participants
Participants receive a certificate of completion and the option for a free follow-up refresher session with the original trainer.
Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The course was very informative and it presented exceptionally well!Kelvin Muchiri Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Really found inspiration and hope in what Michelle providedRhonda Rees Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing course! Engaging, fun and learnt so much. Thank you always.Kate Bartlett Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tom was a fabulous trainer very knowledgeable and able to provide practical real life examples and tools that will prove extremely useful.Vicki Hutchinson Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Best every courseYonas Masrsha Tesfaye Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr Marny Lishman crated an amazing space that not only was open, safe and caring, but gave insight into many different aspects of resilience. She apprieciated different perspectives and opened discussions that were supported and wise. The presentation was targeted and had the perfect balance of knowledge and reflection. I would encourage this workshop for any team, especially those preparing of have gone through organisational change!Ethan Calleja Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Did this course in a session at Professional Services Review Training .Very helpful especially in my work in Public Health .Lots of useful ‘tips and tricks ‘Nedra Vanden Driesen