We ask people to “have the conversation.” This work teaches them how.

Many groups struggle with interpersonal communication, not because people don’t think it’s important, but because they lack the mindsets and practical skills needed to navigate challenging conversations.

As a result:

Difficult conversations are avoided

Disagreements escalate instead of becoming productive

Communication becomes imprecise and indirect

Individuals feel unsafe speaking openly

People follow the directive to “have the conversation” and end up causing more harm

Over time, groups end up spending significant energy managing interpersonal tensions rather than integrating those dynamics into the broader work of collaborating and making decisions.

The guided experiences facilitated by a(om) help groups navigate and address these challenges by focusing on learning simple concepts and then practicing what is being learned.

1. Foundational Workshop(s)

Flexible format and focus area depending on the group’s needs. Possible formats can range from 1 hour to multi-day experiences.

Possible topics include, and are not limited to, developing coach-like communication skills, improving meetings, cultivating conflict resilient teams, strengthening communication with customers.

2. Monthly Communication Practice Lab

Groups then participate in monthly 1-hour practice labs where they develop their communication capacity through guided practice. Rather than discussing communication abstractly, participants practice real conversations in a structured and supportive environment.

Schedule a Discovery Conversation to
discuss your group’s needs and how a(om) can support you