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Workshops & Speaking

I offer coaching and workshops to empower your team to navigate hard conversations with clarity, calm, and courage—without burning out.

Workshops & Speaking
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Want your team to handle conflict skillfully, deliver feedback effectively, and speak up without fear? These interactive workshops and coaching sessions give teams practical tools to navigate difficult conversations without blowing up, shutting down, or spiraling into tension.

Your workplace culture depends on your conversations. My book, We Need to Talk, along with workshops and personalized coaching, provides clear frameworks for better communication—especially when it counts.

Hard conversations don’t have to be scary. Let’s talk. #

I work with product organizations, startup founders, and mission-driven companies worldwide through workshops, tailored tranings, and one-on-one coaching to help them navigate high-stakes conversations and leadership challenges.

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Speaking & Workshop Sessions #

Incorporating elements of We Need to Talk, each session is designed to move teams from tension to trust. Sessions are interactive and tailored. They’re also available online or in-person.

Participants learn how to:

  • Navigate hard conversations with clarity, calm, and courage
  • Provide constructive feedback that leads to growth
  • Create psychological safety and reduce friction
Format Participants Description
Intro Talk Any 60-minute interactive keynote + Q&A
Half-Day 4–40 Hands-on practice (4 hours)
Full-Day 4–80 Deep exploration & practical skill-building
Multi-Day 20–100 Comprehensive team transformation

Not sure what fits best? Individual coaching sessions are available to address specific leadership or communication needs.

Sample Full-Day Agenda #

Tailored to your team’s specific challenges, here’s a typical workshop structure:

Morning #

  • Welcome & Framing (30 min)

    • Why mastering hard conversations matters
    • Personal conflict stories and neuroscience insights

  • Getting Clear (75 min)

    • Icebreaker and mindset exploration
    • Understanding your role, intent, and emotional honesty

  • Mapping the Conflict (75 min)

    • Distinguishing facts from conclusions
    • Clear, non-defensive messaging strategies
    • Interactive partner exercises

Afternoon #

  • Safety & Strategy (90 min)

    • Psychological safety fundamentals
    • Structuring tough conversations: facts → conclusions → goals → openings
    • Practical reflecting and active listening techniques

  • Real-World Practice (90 min)

    • Guided roleplay scenarios
    • Handling difficult dynamics (e.g., power imbalances, sensitive issues)
    • Group reflection, peer feedback, and Q&A
    • Commitments to next steps and ongoing practice

What People Say #

These workshops resonate with first-time managers and seasoned leaders alike.

Joshua’s workshop turned potentially painful conversations into smooth, effective exchanges.

– Rad Summit Attendee

Every workplace should make this training mandatory.

– OnDeck 2022 Cohort Attendee

Your workshop is why I attended this conference. Incredibly valuable.

– Rad Summit Attendee

Joshua provided tools that immediately improved my leadership approach.

– Productized Masterclass Attendee

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