Knowles Training Institute • Indonesia
Managing Difficult Conversations Course in Indonesia
Master high-stakes dialogue, address underperformance, and resolve workplace conflicts calmly. Practical, private corporate training delivered in Indonesia — onsite, virtual or at an arranged venue.
- Build capability
- Solve real business challenges
- Delivered in Indonesia
“Better People
A Stronger Indonesia”
Course at a glance
Course in a nutshell
A clear overview to help you quickly assess if this course is the right fit for your team.
| Course name | Managing Difficult Conversations Course in Indonesia |
|---|---|
| Primary capability | Master high-stakes workplace dialogue, underperformance intervention, emotional de-escalation and mutually respectful problem-solving |
| Best for | Managers, team leaders, HR professionals, executives and supervisors tasked with delivering tough messages |
| Level | Foundation to Advanced (customisable) |
| Delivery modes | Onsite in Indonesia, virtual or at an arranged venue |
| Standard duration | 2 full days, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Other durations | 3 days, 1 day, half day, 90 minutes or 60 minutes |
| Group size | Minimum 1 – Maximum 25 participants |
| Group type | Private corporate groups only |
| Customisation | Fully customisable to your context and objectives |
| Certificate | Certificate of Completion (Knowles Training Institute) |
Quick facts
Key highlights at a glance.
A stronger Indonesia.”
What is the course
What is the Managing Difficult Conversations programme?
A practical, outcome-focused training programme designed to help teams build knowledge, apply tools and improve performance in real work situations.
The Managing Difficult Conversations programme equips leaders and managers with the psychological models, tactical conversational roadmaps and emotional composure tools to confront underperformance, deliver hard truths and resolve sensitive interpersonal conflicts without damaging relationships or dignity.
Is this right for your team
Is this built for your team?
This course is ideal for many organisations, but may not be the best fit for every situation. Here’s a quick guide to help you decide.
- Dread having uncomfortable performance or behavioral conversations with team members or peers
- Tend to postpone difficult discussions until problems escalate into critical operational emergencies
- Are looking for a tailored, private corporate training programme for managerial and supervisory tiers
- Value candid clarity, emotional empathy and respectful dignity in Indonesian corporate environments
- You are looking for aggressive intimidation techniques to bully employees into submission
- You only manage fully automated computer servers with zero human personnel oversight
- You are seeking basic English grammar or general presentation software design
- You believe employees should be fired instantly without any feedback, coaching or discussion
Real business impact
Which workplace issues does this course fix?
Turn common challenges into opportunities. This course helps address the real issues teams face in today’s workplace.
Tangible results
What outcomes will participants achieve?
Practical learning. Measurable impact. Participants leave with the skills, confidence and tools to make a real difference at work.
Course objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Explain the Harvard Negotiation Project’s ‘Three Conversations’ framework (What Happened, Feelings, Identity)
- Identify personal conflict styles (Avoidance, Accommodation, Competition, Compromise, Collaboration)
- Prepare thoroughly for difficult discussions using the Third Story objective entrance technique
- Differentiate between raw facts, subjective assumptions and underlying intentions in performance disputes
- Deliver tough, uncompromised messages with compassionate firmness, dignity and clear evidence
- Manage extreme emotional reactions: defensiveness, anger, tears, denial, silence and deflection
- Ask catalytic coaching questions that guide underperforming employees to self-diagnose capability gaps
- Address chronic behavioral infractions, workplace toxicity and boundary violations directly
- Co-create specific, time-bound Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) with clear accountability metrics
- Conduct structured follow-up check-ins to reinforce positive progress and handle non-compliance
- Navigate Indonesian cultural sensitivities regarding hierarchy, indirect communication and face-saving respect
- Formulate an institutional Managerial Difficult Conversation Toolkit and checklist for your leadership team
A practical, step-by-step approach
The 2-day learning journey
A structured, hands-on journey designed to build knowledge, apply skills and create real momentum for change.
Detailed and practical
Inside the curriculum
Eight focused modules combining expert insight, practical tools and real-world application.
How the learning happens
How the learning happens
An engaging, practical learning experience designed to help your team apply new skills with confidence.
Where these skills show up at work
Where these skills show up at work
Practical skills that make a real difference in your team’s daily work.
Who should join?
Who should join?
Designed for professionals across different roles and industries who want to build practical skills and make a bigger impact at work.
Entry point and experience level
Entry point and experience level
A flexible programme that welcomes participants from different backgrounds and can be tailored to your team’s needs.
Course agenda
Your two-day agenda
A practical and engaging two-day programme, designed to build knowledge and apply learning through real-world exercises.
Delivery options
Flexible delivery, customisation and facilitation
Choose the delivery option that works best for your team. All programmes can be tailored to your organisation’s needs.
We deliver the course at your office or preferred location across Indonesia, minimising disruption to your team.
An interactive virtual experience delivered via a secure platform, with the same high-quality content and engagement.
Prefer an external venue? We can arrange a professional training venue in major cities across Indonesia.
We customise content, examples and exercises to reflect your industry, business goals and team experience.
Learning resources
What each participant takes away
High-quality resources to reinforce learning and support practical application back at work.
Pricing and investment
Pricing and investment
A cost-effective investment in your team’s capability. Group discounts are available for larger teams.
A high-impact, focused session ideal for awareness and key insights.
Build core knowledge and practical skills in a shorter format.
Our most popular option, combining depth and practical application.
A comprehensive programme with more practice, discussion and real-world application.
Participant feedback
What participants are saying
Real feedback from professionals who have attended our corporate training programmes. Read more on our Knowles Training Institute Reviews page.
“Trainer provided constructive feedback and advice based on his experience, making the lessons more hands-on and applicable. The trainer is open to engaging participants on a work level to discuss real-life challenges.”
“The trainer is good and teaches you to put the skills into practice. Everyone needs this tool to apply in their day-to-day lives.”
“Yes. This has been one of the better strategic thinking courses. It helped me understand the importance of the approach.”
Our advantage
Why companies choose Knowles
Trusted by organisations across Indonesia and the region to deliver practical, high-impact training.
Frequently asked questions
Questions decision-makers ask
Straightforward answers to common questions from HR, L&D and business leaders.
1What are the benefits of corporate training?
Corporate training builds capability across your whole team at once, using your real challenges as the material. It is faster, more consistent and more cost-effective than sending people to public courses individually.
2Can you customise the course for our organisation?
Yes. All our corporate training programmes can be tailored to your industry, team objectives, and real workplace challenges.
3Do you offer onsite training in Indonesia?
Yes. We deliver at your office or a preferred location across Indonesia, including Jakarta, Surabaya, Bandung, Medan, Bekasi and Bali.
4What is the typical group size?
Programmes run with a minimum of 1 and a maximum of 25 participants, which keeps every session interactive and personalised.
5How long is a standard course?
The standard format is 2 full days, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. We also run 3-day, 1-day, half-day, 90-minute and 60-minute versions.
6Can you deliver virtually?
Yes. We offer flexible delivery options, including onsite, virtual, or a blended approach, depending on your needs.
7What industries do you work with?
We work across government, financial services, manufacturing, technology, healthcare, education, energy and professional services.
8Are your trainers experienced practitioners?
Yes. Our facilitators combine professional training experience with hands-on industry backgrounds relevant to your sector.
9Do you provide course materials?
Every participant receives a learner’s guide, a course workbook, digital resources and handouts. We do not provide PowerPoint slides for this course.
10Will participants receive a certificate?
Yes. Each participant receives a Certificate of Completion from Knowles Training Institute.
11How far in advance should we book?
We recommend three to four weeks, which allows time for a needs discussion and customisation. We can often accommodate shorter timelines.
12Can you help us identify the right course?
Yes. Tell us your goals and challenges and we will recommend the most suitable programme from our portfolio.
13Do you offer multi-course or annual training plans?
Yes. We build annual learning roadmaps and multi-course programmes, with preferential rates for larger commitments.
14What is the investment for a corporate programme?
Fees depend on the course, number of participants and delivery mode. Contact us for a customised proposal based on your specific needs.
15Are there any government funding options?
Funding schemes vary by programme and eligibility. We can advise on what may apply to your organisation in Indonesia.
16What support do you provide after the training?
Participants leave with a practical action plan, and our team follows up to support application back at work.
17Can we include our own case studies or examples?
Yes. Using your real scenarios makes the learning far more relevant, and we actively encourage it.
18Do you conduct a training needs analysis?
Yes. We can run a short needs analysis before the programme to sharpen the objectives and tailor the content.
19How do we get started?
Send us an enquiry with your goals, team size and preferred dates, and we will respond with a tailored proposal.
20Who can we speak to for a detailed proposal?
Contact our corporate training team at [email protected] and we will arrange a discussion.
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Our Indonesia presence
Available across Indonesia
We deliver private corporate training throughout Indonesia — onsite at your office, virtually, or at an arranged venue.
How it works
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