Training

Let us be clear: Training programs alone will not magically engage your workforce.  

Engagement is the result of a complex set of conditions such as meaningfulness (a strong connection to the organization's mission, feelings of recognition and appreciation), fit (the confidence that one's characteristics and strengths match the needs of the job and the culture of the organization), safety (inclusion, the ability to be oneself at work), and the availability of appropriate resources.  Training, however, may help prepare Meaningful Leaders: those who are ready and able to support an engaging culture.  Further, training may set the bar for employees, strengthen teams, and foster a more inclusive and safe work environment. 

If training is to work, however, it needs to be positive and memorable.  Therefore, we do not just develop training programs – we design experiences.   While content-rich and research-based, our programs are unique, enjoyable, and unforgettable.  

Of course, training programs should match the objectives and the culture of the organization. Our solutions, therefore, are highly customized.  The content is rich and research-based; the format follows specific organizational requirements and expectations.  We will work with you to design the best possible solution.

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ENGAGING LEADERS

The Meaningful Leader
This program introduces leaders to key competencies related to employee engagement: building trust, breaking silos, sharing information, leading for fit, maximizing performance, encouraging growth, enhancing psychological safety, and building a culture of meaningfulness. We recommend adding to the program personality and 180-degree competency assessments including engagement questions. The program may be conducted in a three-day workshop or in multiple two- to three-hour sessions.

The Leadership Challenge
This three-day program is based on Kouzes and Posner's seminal book and designed for seasoned leaders. Topics include leadership and integrity, personality, building a vision and recognizing contributions of followers. 

Leadership Connections
This two-day program is designed for those making the "passage" from individual contributors to supervisors. Topics include self-awareness, personality, and leading diverse teams. As participants prepare a city to host the Olympic Games they must select a team, build the facilities, and manage inevitable problems that arise.

ENGAGING TEAMS

Polaris
This flexible program can be structured to run three or six hours. Its main objective is to introduce the engagement phenomenon to all organizational members.  The program features a “space exploration theme” and a lively simulation that mimics the dangers of disengagement. 

Global Intelligence Agency
This lively one- to two-day team adventure is inserted in a "spy" atmosphere.  Topics include respect for diversity, cooperation, communications, trust, innovation, and a culture of service. Participants are “secret intelligence agents” who must conquer challenging team missions in order to earn the “Global Intelligence Agency” badge.

Conversity​™
​A culture of respect and inclusion is a vital component of employee engagement.  Unfortunately, many diversity and inclusion programs may cause harm, focusing excessively on negative concepts (i.e., prejudice, discrimination, litigation) and failing to foster human connections. CLICK HERE for additional information on our philosophy and for our CONVERSITY™ training programs.