The Communication Advantage:
Moving from Tension to Teamwork
A five-part series to transform tension into teamwork and elevate your team’s success!
The Communication Advantage:
Moving from Tension to Teamwork
In today’s fast-paced world, communication is the backbone of success. Whether you're an individual contributor or part of a team, mastering communication is critical to navigating complex interactions with confidence, clarity, and purpose.
The Communication Advantage: Moving from Tension to Teamwork can be facilitated face-to-face or remotely. All participants are given a workbook and access to a private Slack channel where they can ask questions and get prompt feedback from the facilitators.
This series is designed to help you move from communication breakdowns and tension to a place of collaboration and teamwork!
This is for you if…
You want to create stronger connections and improve collaboration within your team.
You want your team to communicate with more clarity, purpose, and competence, even in difficult conversations.
You’re looking for practical tools to navigate conflict and turn tension into teamwork.
You want your team to learn how to adapt their communication style to work more effectively with diverse personalities.
You’re committed to improving the way your team works together, overcoming silos and fostering unity.
You believe that good communication is the key to reducing misunderstandings and increasing productivity.
You want to create an environment where open dialogue is encouraged, and difficult conversations lead to growth, not conflict.
We all need tools to communicate effectivly!
Content Overview:
This 5-part series breaks down the core elements of effective communication, guiding you through key areas that will empower you to thrive as an individual and as a member of a team. Each module is tailored to elevate your communication skills and turn obstacles into opportunities for connection.
1. Communication Competence: Learn the art of effective communication. Understand the foundations of intentional messaging and gain the skills to express your ideas with precision.
2. Default Conflict Styles: Understand your default conflict style and how it impacts your interactions. Discover how to adapt to different situations, fostering better resolutions and healthier relationships.
3. Power Dynamics: Explore the unseen forces at play in any conversation. Learn to recognize and navigate power dynamics, and discover how to use them to foster collaboration and mutual respect.
4. Cultures of Concern: Examine four red flag cultures and discover how naming those cultures can be transformative in individual relationships and within a team culture.
5. Communication in Action: Put your newfound skills into practice. Tackle real-world scenarios to enhance your ability to communicate under pressure and in diverse settings—no matter the challenge
Throughout this journey, you’ll refine your communication skills and build stronger connections with those around you. You’ll learn to turn tension into teamwork by establishing healthy communication skills, addressing conflicts with clarity, understanding the role of power, and naming toxic cultures.
While growth will happen in our group sessions, individuals will have the opportunity to engage in a private Slack channel between our sessions. This is a great space to dive into the application of the skills being taught.
A Recent Testimonial:
"I would strongly recommend this workshop! I learned important skills and new ways of looking at things. This will improve how I show up at work. It definitely changed my perspective of myself and others around me in a professional atmosphere.”
Ryan J.
Our Promise To You:
At the heart of this course is the belief that communication is not just about words—it’s about connection. We’re committed to creating an environment where you feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow.
Here’s what you can expect:
A Human-Centered Approach: We will focus on your growth, ensuring each module is facilitated with your personal and professional development in mind.
Clear, Respectful Boundaries: We prioritize creating a safe and supportive space for learning so that you can grow without fear of judgment.
Creative Tools and Engaging Content: We will utilize interactive exercises and practical application to ensure that what you learn sticks. Real-world scenarios help make lessons relevant and actionable.
Celebrating Your Progress: We believe in acknowledging every step forward. Your growth is something to be celebrated!
Ongoing Support: Whether you have questions, face challenges, or need clarification, we’re here for you every step of the way–including our private Slack channel!
Clear Communication: Expect prompt updates and straightforward communication regarding all course logistics so that you can focus entirely on your development.
This journey is about more than just acquiring communication skills—it’s about transforming how you connect with others, resolve tension, and build teamwork.
Are you ready to experience The Communication Advantage?
What’s next?
Are you ready to elevate your communication and create a stronger, more connected team? Here are your next steps:
Complete the Interest Form: It’s quick and easy–we promise!
Schedule a Call: After we get your form, we will send you a link so you can schedule a call. On this call, we can answer questions you might have.
Review Your Quote and Schedule the Dates: After your call, we will send you a proposal. Once you approve the proposal, we will talk about the five meeting dates that work for your group.
Select Your Participants: Choose the group of people who will participate in the series!
Embrace the Communication Advantage: Start your journey toward improved communication, collaboration, and team success today. With the tools and strategies you’ll gain, you’ll be ready to turn tension into teamwork and create lasting change within your team.
We can’t wait to join you on this transformative journey!
Facilitator: Molly Grisham
After a long career in Higher Education, Molly Grisham left that industry to start her own business. She now works as a Keynote Speaker and Experiential Facilitator. She helps groups with issues like team building, leadership development, and conflict resolution. With nearly two decades of experience as a College Soccer Coach and Communication Professor, Molly approaches her work as an educator. She meets people where they are and helps them move to where they want to be.
Molly holds degrees in Communication from Belmont University, the University of Illinois, and Missouri State University.
Molly is down-to-earth and compels her audience to participate in the learning process. She engages groups from the moment she steps in front of them and leaves them with tools and processes to use long after an event has ended.
When not facilitating, Molly can be found at her favorite used bookstore and at various international restaurants in St. Louis.
Facilitator: Melissa Maier
College professor and conflict consultant, Melissa Maier helps teams across educational and professional organizations understand how communication is shaping their culture. She knows that culture is better when the players understand how communication and behaviors shape organizations. She helps individuals identify their own communication behaviors and develop action plans for improvement.
Melissa holds a Ph.D. in Communication from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and an M.A. in Communication from the University of Montana. She is an Associate Professor of Communication at Metropolitan State University in St. Paul, Minnesota where she teaches organizational communication, conflict, and mediation and negotiation courses. Melissa is an experienced civil and family mediator, restorative justice facilitator, and organizational consultant.
As a communication and conflict consultant, she works with academic and corporate institutions on organizational assessment, strategic planning, organizational development, communication and culture, and strategic problem solving. She trains professionals on dealing with challenging people in the workplace, workplace bullying, effective conflict management skills, and effective communication.
Melissa enjoys learning alongside her clients. She builds educational communities by inviting all to the table. She knows learning is more effective when clients do most of the talking. As a skilled facilitator, she promotes experiential learning and uses her skills as a scholar to help clients understand the theoretical explanations for their experiences.
