Rahim B.
Executive Director, Unheard Voices Outreach
Testimonial: “I feel that this is one of the first workshops I've done to actually have an impact. Tomorrow I have staff meetings and I'm going to implement some of the things I learned today.”
What makes leadership training actually change team performance?
Leadership training changes team performance when it combines practical skills development with emotional intelligence building, ongoing practice opportunities, and real-world application. Effective workshops focus on experiential learning, peer collaboration, and sustained follow-up rather than one-time events, ensuring lasting behavioral change and improved team dynamics.
I design workshops that go far beyond traditional training sessions to create genuine transformation experiences. My approach blends interactive learning with immediate application, so participants leave with both new insights and concrete tools they can implement right away.
Based in Cleveland, Ohio· In-person, virtual, or I'll travel to you
Is This For You?
Teams of 8-50 tired of passive training
Organizations investing in leadership development
HR leaders seeking measurable skill improvement
Companies wanting customized, not cookie-cutter
Virtual
Live via Zoom · Anywhere
On-Site
Cleveland & Nationwide
Flexible Duration
2 hours to full-day
Customizable
Tailored to your team
16 Leadership Workshops to Transform Your Team
Each workshop is interactive, practical, and designed for immediate application.
Transformational Leadership
Explores why leadership matters, the limitations of transactional leadership, and the power of transformational leadership in driving positive change.
Self-Leadership
Focuses on guiding one's thoughts, speech, and actions toward personal and professional objectives through self-awareness, emotional regulation, and accountability.
Values, Vision, Long-Term Objectives, & SMART Goals (Using the SCOPE Method)
Guides participants through clarifying core values, shaping vision, setting long-term objectives, and breaking them into SMART goals using the SCOPE method.
Communication and Active Listening Skills
Equips participants with skills to communicate clearly, listen actively, and engage others productively using Non-Violent Communication and active listening techniques.
Constructive Conflict: Transforming Tension into Team Strength
Explores resolving conflicts and embracing healthy conflict as a tool for team growth, integrating concepts from The Five Dysfunctions of a Team and The Good Fight.
From Reactivity to Partnership: Building Healthy Roles for Stronger Outcomes
Empowers participants to move beyond the Drama Triangle (Victim, Persecutor, Rescuer) by embracing the TED Triangle (Creator, Challenger, Coach).
Entrepreneurial Mindset, Problem-Solving, and Decision-Making
Develops an entrepreneurial mindset with emphasis on creative problem-solving techniques and decision-making frameworks like SWOT, Six Thinking Hats, and OODA Loop.
Networking with Purpose: Crafting Relationships that Drive Success
Helps professionals build authentic relationships through strategic networking, personal branding, and leveraging both in-person and online opportunities.
Building Team Dynamics and Fostering Collaboration
Learn to build high-performing teams using Tuckman's Stages and Lencioni's Five Dysfunctions model, focusing on trust, accountability, and communication.
Emotional Intelligence & Leadership
Teaches how to develop emotional intelligence to become more effective leaders through self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, and social skills.
Leadership and Advocacy Workshop
Explores how leadership principles apply to advocacy, equipping participants to lead campaigns, influence policy, and drive social or organizational change.
Leadership and Community Organizing
Focuses on mobilizing communities, building grassroots movements, and leading change at a local level using frameworks like Asset-Based Community Development.
Leadership in Management and Supervision
Teaches essential leadership skills for management and supervision, focusing on coaching, delegation, feedback, and building high-performance teams.
Leadership in the Family
Applies leadership principles within family life, empowering participants to foster strong, healthy relationships and create a balanced family dynamic.
Good Followership: The Foundation of Leadership
Explores how strong, proactive followers contribute to effective leadership and organizational success, covering followership styles and traits.
Shift Your Leadership Identity, Rewrite Your Story, Forge a Bold New Leadership Future
Guides leaders through reshaping their leadership identity by rewriting personal narratives, releasing limiting beliefs, and forging a bold new path.
Transformational Leadership
Explores why leadership matters, the limitations of transactional leadership, and the power of transformational leadership in driving positive change.
Self-Leadership
Focuses on guiding one's thoughts, speech, and actions toward personal and professional objectives through self-awareness, emotional regulation, and accountability.
Values, Vision, Long-Term Objectives, & SMART Goals (Using the SCOPE Method)
Guides participants through clarifying core values, shaping vision, setting long-term objectives, and breaking them into SMART goals using the SCOPE method.
Communication and Active Listening Skills
Equips participants with skills to communicate clearly, listen actively, and engage others productively using Non-Violent Communication and active listening techniques.
Constructive Conflict: Transforming Tension into Team Strength
Explores resolving conflicts and embracing healthy conflict as a tool for team growth, integrating concepts from The Five Dysfunctions of a Team and The Good Fight.
From Reactivity to Partnership: Building Healthy Roles for Stronger Outcomes
Empowers participants to move beyond the Drama Triangle (Victim, Persecutor, Rescuer) by embracing the TED Triangle (Creator, Challenger, Coach).
Entrepreneurial Mindset, Problem-Solving, and Decision-Making
Develops an entrepreneurial mindset with emphasis on creative problem-solving techniques and decision-making frameworks like SWOT, Six Thinking Hats, and OODA Loop.
Networking with Purpose: Crafting Relationships that Drive Success
Helps professionals build authentic relationships through strategic networking, personal branding, and leveraging both in-person and online opportunities.
Building Team Dynamics and Fostering Collaboration
Learn to build high-performing teams using Tuckman's Stages and Lencioni's Five Dysfunctions model, focusing on trust, accountability, and communication.
Emotional Intelligence & Leadership
Teaches how to develop emotional intelligence to become more effective leaders through self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, and social skills.
Leadership and Advocacy Workshop
Explores how leadership principles apply to advocacy, equipping participants to lead campaigns, influence policy, and drive social or organizational change.
Leadership and Community Organizing
Focuses on mobilizing communities, building grassroots movements, and leading change at a local level using frameworks like Asset-Based Community Development.
Leadership in Management and Supervision
Teaches essential leadership skills for management and supervision, focusing on coaching, delegation, feedback, and building high-performance teams.
Leadership in the Family
Applies leadership principles within family life, empowering participants to foster strong, healthy relationships and create a balanced family dynamic.
Good Followership: The Foundation of Leadership
Explores how strong, proactive followers contribute to effective leadership and organizational success, covering followership styles and traits.
Shift Your Leadership Identity, Rewrite Your Story, Forge a Bold New Leadership Future
Guides leaders through reshaping their leadership identity by rewriting personal narratives, releasing limiting beliefs, and forging a bold new path.
Don't See What You Need?
I create custom workshops tailored to your specific challenges and industry.
Your Team Deserves Training That Actually Works
Based in
Cleveland· Delivering workshops nationwide
Cleveland· Delivering workshops nationwide
In a 30-minute call, we'll discuss your team's challenges and I'll outline exactly how a customized workshop can address them. No generic pitches—just a focused conversation about your needs.
Free 30-min call · No obligation
What Workshop Participants Are Saying
Real feedback from leaders who've attended our workshops
Asia R.
Workshop Participant
Testimonial: “Learning about the growth mindset was a turning point for me. I've started accepting feedback more openly in all areas of my life. One word to describe it: Inspiring.”
Inspiring Quote: “The difference between training that transforms and training that's forgotten by Monday is experiential learning. When leaders practice new skills in a safe environment and get immediate feedback, real change happens.”
Effective Leadership Workshop Elements
- Interactive exercises that mirror real workplace challenges
- Safe space for practicing difficult conversations and feedback
- Emotional intelligence development through self-awareness activities
- Peer learning and accountability partnerships
- Actionable takeaways with follow-up support for implementation
Frequently Asked Questions About Leadership Workshops
What is a leadership workshop and how is it different from a seminar?
A leadership workshop is an interactive, hands-on training session where teams learn and practice specific leadership skills together. Unlike passive seminars or lectures, effective workshops use exercises, role-playing, discussions, and real scenarios to build muscle memory. Topics range from emotional intelligence and communication to conflict resolution and team dynamics. Workshops can run from 2 hours to full-day sessions.
Do you deliver workshops in Cleveland and Northeast Ohio in person?
Yes! Based in Cleveland, I regularly deliver in-person workshops throughout Northeast Ohio, including Akron, Canton, Columbus, and the surrounding areas. I also travel nationwide for on-site workshops and offer virtual delivery for teams anywhere in the world.
How long are your leadership workshops?
Workshop duration is flexible based on your needs. Most workshops run 2-4 hours for focused sessions, half-day for deeper dives, or full-day for comprehensive coverage. We can also design multi-session programs spread over weeks for maximum retention and application.
Can workshops be customized for our specific industry or challenges?
Absolutely. Every workshop I deliver in Cleveland and beyond is customized to your organization's context, industry challenges, and specific learning objectives. We'll discuss your goals beforehand and tailor content, examples, and exercises to maximize relevance for your team.
What's the ideal group size for leadership workshops?
For maximum engagement and interaction, most workshops work best with 8-20 participants. Smaller groups allow for deeper discussion and individual attention, while larger groups (up to 50) can work well for keynote-style presentations with some interactive elements.
Do you offer virtual workshops for remote teams?
Yes, I've delivered virtual workshops to teams across the country and internationally. Virtual workshops are highly interactive with breakout rooms, polls, collaborative whiteboards, and small group exercises. Many Cleveland and Ohio companies with distributed teams prefer this format.
What should I look for in a leadership workshop?
Look for workshops that are interactive rather than lecture-based — skills are built through practice, not passive listening. The facilitator should customize content to your team's actual challenges, not deliver generic material. Ask about follow-up support to ensure skills transfer back to daily work. And check that the facilitator has real leadership experience, not just training credentials. The best workshops leave your team with tools they'll actually use Monday morning.
What happens after the workshop ends?
The workshop is just the beginning. I provide participants with takeaway materials, action planning templates, and follow-up resources to reinforce learning. For organizations that want ongoing support, I offer follow-up coaching sessions, check-in calls, and multi-session programs designed to ensure the skills actually transfer back to daily work. The goal isn't just a great workshop day—it's lasting behavior change.
How do I know which workshop is right for my team?
That's exactly what we'll figure out together in our discovery call. I'll ask about your team's current challenges, what's working and what isn't, and what outcomes you're hoping to achieve. Based on that conversation, I'll recommend the workshop (or combination of workshops) that best fits your situation. Sometimes a single topic hits the mark; other times a custom workshop or series makes more sense.