Actionable and practical hands-on workshop experiences
From immersive, hands-on workshops to interactive sessions tailored to your team’s unique needs, every experience is designed to ensure participants feel engaged, valued, and empowered. Together, we’ll dive into actionable strategies and practical insights that encourage collaboration, build inclusion, and amplify diverse voices. Our workshops are built to act as catalysts for meaningful growth and transformation that will resonate long after the event.
WORKSHOP 1. Unlocking the keys to inclusive leadership
Discover the 16 essential keys to fostering inclusive leadership in your organization. This hands-on workshop empowers leaders and executives to build trust, embrace diversity, and create equitable environments where everyone thrives.
Inclusive leadership is more than a buzzword: it’s a transformative approach to empowering teams, amplifying diverse perspectives, and driving meaningful change. With over a third of the workforce living with disabilities, neurodiversity, or facing challenges related to aging, organizations must rethink how they lead to ensure no one is left behind. This interactive workshop dives deep into the fundamental keys to inclusive leadership. Participants will engage in hands-on activities, conduct an in-depth self-assessment to gauge their current leadership inclusivity levels, and receive real-time feedback through dynamic hot seats. Discussions on common do’s and don’ts, actionable tips and tricks, and practical strategies will help participants develop the confidence to lead with inclusion in mind. Through group exercises and real-world scenarios, participants will leave equipped to foster trust, collaboration, and belonging in their teams.
Session takeaways
During this workshop, participants will:
- Explore the 16 keys to inclusive leadership and their practical applications.
- Conduct a self-assessment to understand their current leadership inclusivity levels.
- Learn strategies for addressing unconscious bias and fostering equity.
- Gain tools to build trust, collaboration, and engagement across diverse teams.
- Develop actionable plans to create a culture of belonging in their organization.
What will be covered
This hands-on workshop will explore:
- The fundamentals of inclusive leadership and its impact on team dynamics.
- Techniques for addressing bias and creating equitable opportunities.
- The 16 keys to inclusive leadership and how to apply them effectively.
- Real-world examples of successful inclusive leadership transformations.
- Self-assessment tools, hot seats, and practical tips for immediate application.
Who will benefit
This workshop is ideal for:
- Business leaders and managers looking to foster equity and belonging within their teams.
- Human resource professionals seeking to implement inclusive leadership strategies.
- DEI advocates aiming to embed inclusive leadership across organizational culture.
- Team leaders eager to build trust and engagement in diverse groups.
- Professionals committed to advancing their leadership skills through inclusivity.
WORKSHOP 2. The 7 deadly sins of inclusive speaking
Learn how to avoid common communication pitfalls and master the essentials of inclusive speaking. Through a series of engaging hands-on activities, gain the tools to ensure your message resonates with every audience member, leaving no one behind.
Inclusive speaking isn’t just a skill – it’s a responsibility. Over 35% of your audience may live with disabilities, neurodiversity, or face challenges related to aging or other circumstances. Are you confident your communication reaches them effectively? This interactive workshop is designed to help communication and speaking professionals uncover and overcome the 7 most common mistakes that exclude or alienate audience members. In this practical session, you’ll engage in an in-depth self-assessment to understand where you are on your journey to becoming a more inclusive communicator. The workshop includes hot seats for real-time feedback, discussions on common do’s and don’ts, and actionable tips and tricks to enhance your skills. Through engaging activities and real-world examples, you’ll leave with the confidence to speak inclusively, ensuring everyone feels seen, valued, and connected to your message.
Session takeaways
During this workshop, participants will:
- Identify and avoid the 7 most common pitfalls that undermine inclusive speaking.
- Learn practical techniques for crafting messages that resonate with diverse audiences.
- Gain tools to ensure communication accounts for disabilities, neurodiversity, and other unique audience needs.
- Participate in a self-assessment to gauge their current inclusivity skills and growth areas.
- Develop strategies to foster trust and engagement through inclusive communication practices.
What will be covered
This hands-on workshop will explore:
- The basics of inclusive speaking and why it matters.
- The 7 most common mistakes speakers make that exclude audiences.
- Techniques for using inclusive language and avoiding bias.
- Real-world scenarios to practice adapting messages for diverse audiences.
- Self-assessment tools, hot seats, and practical tips to enhance inclusivity.
Who will benefit
This workshop is ideal for:
- Communication and speaking professionals eager to enhance their inclusive speaking skills.
- Business leaders and trainers looking to connect more effectively with diverse audiences.
- Event organizers aiming to create accessible and inclusive presentations.
- DEI advocates striving to promote equity in organizational communication.
- Anyone passionate about fostering belonging and inclusion in their messaging.
Did you know?
When our inclusion strategy doesn't consider disabilities, aging, marginalization caused by our use of technology, and cultural differences in our digital communication or during live, in-person, or virtual events, we can easily shut out up to 40% of our audience without even realizing it! Can you imagine how many potential clients that might represent?