advanced · 180–180 min
3-Hour Healthy Friction Workshop
Passive-aggressive behavior is slowing you down. Turn toxic conflict into productive
About this session
When teams substitute direct feedback with back-channeling or quiet resistance, projects stall and resentment builds. This session creates a controlled environment to surface these underlying tensions, moving the group from polite avoidance to a state where disagreement is used as a tool for better decision-making.
Why it works
The structure works by decoupling the emotional release of identifying friction from the practical work of setting new boundaries. This sequence prevents the discussion from spiraling into blame, instead channeling the team's collective energy into creating a documented set of rules for how they will handle future disagreements.
What you’ll walk away with
- Clear actionable outcomes from a 2-step facilitated process
- Increased participant engagement and buy-in
- Documented decisions and next steps
- Improved team alignment on the topic
Who it’s for
HR Leaders, People Ops
Frequently asked questions
Who should facilitate this workshop?
This workshop works best when led by someone comfortable with facilitation. Ideal for HR Leaders or external facilitators working with hr & culture teams.
How long does this workshop take?
Plan for 60-90 minutes depending on group size. The 2 activities are designed to flow together smoothly.
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