hard conversations
leadership in action
How this session fits
This session helps leaders communicate with clarity and steadiness in moments that feel tense or uncomfortable. It works on its own or as a next step after values and decision-making work.
Why this workshop exists
Many leaders avoid difficult conversations because they worry about conflict, causing harm, or appearing too firm or too soft. Avoidance shapes culture.
This workshop offers a steady and human approach that helps leaders prepare, communicate clearly, and stay grounded when the stakes feel high.
What this workshop covers
Participants learn:
- How to prepare through a values lens
- How to notice and work with emotional activation
- A simple framework for clear communication
- How to avoid overexplaining, collapsing, or becoming harsh
- How to respond, repair, or recover when the moment feels difficult
- How to stay present even when there is tension
Who this workshop is for
This session is suited for leaders who:
- Avoid or delay difficult conversations
- Want more confidence communicating under pressure
- Are navigating feedback, conflict, or accountability moments
- Want a grounded and human-centered approach
What participants leave with
Participants leave with:
- A values-centered preparation process
- A steady communication framework
- More confidence in high-stakes moments
- A grounding plan they can use right away
- A clearer understanding of their communication patterns
How we work in the session
The session is practical and supportive. A typical flow includes:
- Values-centered preparation
- Understanding emotional activation
- A simple and steady communication framework
- Practice scenarios with gentle guidance
- Reflection and next steps
Participants choose how much they share and can work with real or hypothetical situations.
What is included
- Pre-work reflection
- Supporting materials
- After-session prompt
Investment
- Half day online: 7,500 dollars
- Half day in person: 9,500 dollars plus travel
- Full day online: 10,000 dollars
- Full day in person: 14,000 dollars plus travel
- Additional participants: 500 dollars each
- Large group complexity: 1,500 to 2,000 dollars