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Forward Talk eliminates conversational debt
Teams that tackle issues head-on move faster and make decisions that stick.
Most teams don’t get there. Not because people do not care, but because they avoid the conversations that matter. Each avoided issue adds to the pile. That pile has a name: conversational debt. Like financial debt, it compounds.
Join the Forward Talk Program and you'll:
Why teams get stuck — and the way out
Teams don’t get stuck because they lack talent. They get stuck because smart, capable people stop speaking up. They think nothing will change. And leaders often don’t notice until it’s too late.
Three patterns keep conversations stuck:
Avoidance — Issues go unspoken, so the same problems resurface. Silence reinforces avoidance.
Blame — The focus stays on the past and who's at fault instead of solving real issues.
Groupthink — People conform to be "a team player." Safe ideas win, so bold ideas never get approved.
Forward Talk helps teams break all three patterns by turning unspoken tension into honest, future-focused conversations that lead to real decisions and clear action.
Who Should Attend?
The Forward Talk Program is designed for team leaders, HR/People leaders, OD professionals, facilitators, coaches, consultants, and change agents who help teams address tensions, make better decisions, and move work forward.
Program details:
3 live sessions × 2 hours | Recorded | Pre-work included | Breakout discussions | Exclusive tools & follow-up materials | Global cohort
Session 1: Spot the Conversational Patterns
Learn why teams get stuck in Avoidance, Blame, and Groupthink — and how these patterns create conversational debt. You’ll use the Forward Talk matrix to recognize when conversations are circling instead of moving forward.
Session 2: Regain Conversational Agency
Explore how people give away their voice, judgment, and responsibility — and how to reclaim them through CPR: Courage, Perspective, and Responsibility. You’ll work with real defining moments and practice spotting the signals that a conversation needs to change.
Session 3: Move Conversations Forward
Turn insight into action with both quick interventions and longer-term strategies. Learn how to facilitate the Forward Talk Canvas and other tools to address real conversations, prevent conversational debt, and build momentum. Leave with a clear plan and practical methods to keep conversations moving forward.
By the end of the program, you'll be able to:
Real situations, not hypothetical cases: You work with conversations that are actually happening in teams and client systems.
Practice between sessions: The three-week format gives you time to notice patterns, test ideas, and bring insights back.
Tools with judgment, not tool overload: You learn how to choose the right intervention for the situation.
Small cohort, direct feedback: You learn from peers working through similar challenges.
Built for application: You leave with concrete solutions and practical next steps.
Small cohorts with breakout sessions for deeper learning
Is the Forward Talk program live?
Yes. All sessions are live and interactive. Can't make one? Every session is recorded and available to registered participants.
How long is each session?
Each session is two hours. The program runs across three weeks, giving you time to practice between sessions.
What's covered?
Session 1 focuses on identifying your team's conversational patterns and understanding conversational debt. Session 2 builds the courage, perspective, and ownership to address the conversations you've been avoiding. Session 3 is about turning that into action — you'll leave with a real conversation planned and ready to have.
Who is this for?
Team leaders, managers, HR and people & culture professionals, OD consultants, facilitators, and coaches. Anyone responsible for the quality of conversations in their team or organization.
Do I need to have read the book or have prior experience?
Neither is required. That said, we recommend getting the book — we reference it throughout the sessions and it's a great companion for the work. Participants are responsible for obtaining their own copy.
Do I need to prepare anything?
Yes. Each session includes pre-work — a short reading or video — to help you get the most out of the live time together.
How big is the cohort?
Cohorts are kept small by design — so you get real feedback, not a passive experience. Participants join from diverse industries and organizations around the world.
Are tickets refundable?
Due to limited cohort size, tickets are non-refundable. You may transfer your spot to a colleague — not for resale.
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