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Recorded Webinar

Workplace Insubordination – Strategies To Identify & Resolve Employee Issues To Boost Morale & Productivity

June 13, 2025

11:00 am EST

75 Minutes

ABOUT THE EVENT

Webinar Background :

No matter how good a manager you are, or how carefully you adhere to guidelines and rules, you will most likely still experience insubordination from time to time.  Employees who refuse to carry out orders will have a negative effect on the workplace and ultimately cost the business time and money. Instances of insubordination can cause conflicts in your workplace. This concept refers to any employee who disrespects or intentionally disobeys authority figures and this type of behavior may lead to consequences to the employee.  Understanding what constitutes insubordination and how to address this issue can help managers maintain a positive, productive work environment.

In this presentation, we identify best strategies for identifying, preventing, and dealing with insubordination, thus limiting the organization’s liability.

Training Agenda :

  • What constitutes insubordination?
  • General elements of insubordinate behavior
  • Consequences of insubordination
  • Recognizing workplace insubordination
  • How to advise employees that their conduct is unacceptable
  • Insubordination interventions
  • Developing a plan to avoid future problems
  • Implementing preventative measures
  • Effects of workplace insubordination
  • Is insubordination grounds for termination?
  • How to document instances of insubordination
  • Examples of workplace insubordination

Insubordination often results in conflicts, increased stress levels, and decreased job satisfaction for other team members as well. This, in turn, leads to lower motivation and potentially higher turnover rates, impacting both the team’s performance and the company’s resources. Addressing insubordination promptly reinforces a culture of mutual respect and accountability, ensuring that employees understand and adhere to established workplace expectations. Managers who handle insubordination professionally help maintain a healthy work atmosphere, where employees feel secure, valued, and motivated to contribute positively to the team. In the long run, this proactive approach protects the business’s productivity, reputation, and employee satisfaction.

Diane L. Dee, Founder of Advantage HR Consulting, LLC has over 30 years of experience in the Human Resources arena. Diane’s background includes experience in Human Resources consulting and administration in corporate, government, consulting, and pro bono environments. Diane founded Advantage HR Consulting, LLC in early 2016. Under Diane’s leadership, Advantage HR provides comprehensive, cost-effective Human Resources solutions for small to mid-sized firms in the greater Chicagoland area. Diane develops and conducts webinars on a wide-variety of Human Resources topics for various compliance training firms across the country. Additionally, Diane performs pro bono work through the Taproot Foundation assisting non-profit clients by integrating their Human Resources goals with their corporate strategies. Diane holds a Master Certificate in Human Resources from Cornell University’s School of Industrial and Labor Relations and has attained SPHR, SHRM-SCP, CPC & SDEI certification..