SkillBuilding

Sharpening the Saw

Public & Private ½-day, 1-day, or multi-day
interactive, experiential learning.

Most of our workshops can be presented in ½-day,
1-day, or multi-day experiences depending on the level of exposure you want (concept exposure through real-world application and integration specific to your team’s needs). Workshops include a rigorous discovery process that informs our approach and design — lengths can be customized to fit your needs.

SkillBuilding Workshops

  • In times of disruption and uncertainty, teams need adaptive leaders equipped with the tools to read the environment, build effective strategies to meet the moment, and navigate change with confidence. 

    It’s not just about having the right tools; it’s about reading the room, crafting strategies that resonate with the moment, and steering the ship with unwavering confidence. Your team’s success hinges on their belief in your abilities and their trust in your vision.

    With this powerful combination, teams can move more quickly and amplify their impact - even during times of uncertainty and change. This seminar distills leadership into six key strategies equipping you to inspire and adapt with agility.

  • Do you dread having difficult conversations? As a leader, it’s your role to foster an environment where all voices are heard and challenges are tackled head-on. PlayBook’s model sets the stage for meaningful dialogue, transforming avoidance into engagement. Discover how to turn common hesitations into pathways for stronger team bonds that fuel the crucial debate of ideas leading to 5-star decision-making. 

  • Effective leadership hinges on a team’s synergy and its knack for delivering top-tier results. The key? A well-rounded, talent-rich team.

    Our method:

    • Maps out each member’s talents, pinpointing where the team excels and where it can grow.

    • Identifies key players and essential skills, ensuring all critical areas are covered.

    • Detects potential friction points that could disrupt team harmony.

    • Develops a strategic plan to boost both individual prowess and team success.

    With our guidance, your team will not only recognize but also celebrate the unique contributions of each member, driving your company to new heights of success.

  • Delivering difficult feedback is a delicate task for any leader. Addressing issues like subpar performance or behavior is tough but essential. Enhance your feedback skills to foster openness and drive the improvements you need. We’ll guide you through managing emotional triggers and mastering tactics that preserve relationships and yield better outcomes for individuals, teams, and your entire organization.

  • In the bustling world of business, the ability to delegate effectively is not just a skill—it’s an art. This interactive workshop is designed for leaders who want to empower their teams, optimize productivity, and create more space to focus on what matters most. Through a series of practical exercises and discussions, you’ll learn how to identify delegation opportunities, communicate tasks with clarity, and trust your team’s capabilities. Enhance your leadership by mastering the art of delegation, and watch your team and business thrive.

  • Managers perform a vital role in an organization, steering projects and nurturing team growth. This seminar kicks off with a quick self-assessment using PlayBook’s 7 Manager Competencies as a guide. Dive into each competency, then use assessment results to build  personalized roadmaps for professional growth to implement in your daily leadership journey.

  • This workshop gives leaders the tools to recognize where trust breaks down, identify the root cause, and take steps towards repairing relationships. It helps leaders build solid, trusting teams from the ground up and explores strategies to sustain that trust over time.

    Identify your team’s trust issues and their underlying causes, and then work together to develop a plan to repair relationships and build a culture of trust that lasts.

  • Accountability is not just a buzzword—it’s a cornerstone of successful team dynamics and organizational growth. This seminar is designed for executives and decision-makers who are committed to fostering a culture of clarity, support, and continuous improvement.

    Discover the power of clear expectations in performance and conduct, fostering trust and eliminating confusion. Master the art of inquiry to to achieve common ground and reveal obstacles to accountability. Learn how to provide coaching feedback that aligns individual goals with organizational objectives, boosting performance. 

    We’ll delve into strategies to set firm expectations and back them with the support your team needs to surpass goals. Understand the importance of regular feedback to course-correct and maintain alignment, ensuring that accountability becomes a shared responsibility.

    This seminar is your toolkit for steering through change, shaping culture, and solving problems collaboratively. Equip yourself to facilitate meaningful dialogue and construct teams anchored in trust and accountability.

Resources

  • Services Overview
    Nine distinct services informed by 20 years of experience with over 350 companies

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  • PlayBook Model:
    How we get better outcomes @SCALE

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  • Case Study
    Building a High-Performance, High-Impact Executive Team

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  • Case Study
    Strategic Plan to Restore Relationships Between People, Place & the Environment

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  • Case Study
    Leadership Development Programs that Deliver Top Talent Retention & Succession Readiness

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  • Case Study
    Executive Transition

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