intermediate · 90–90 min

How to Rebuild Trust After a Team Crisis

Trust is shattered after a failure? Use this sequence to heal relationships and move forward.

About this session

When a major failure or conflict shatters team confidence, the resulting silence and defensive behavior can stall all meaningful work. This session provides a controlled environment to confront the specific events that damaged relationships and convert that tension into a documented set of new operating principles.

Why it works

The process works by decoupling the emotional release from the technical problem-solving, which prevents the discussion from becoming a series of personal attacks. By moving from individual reflection to collective agreements, the structure ensures that the team commits to specific, observable behavioral changes rather than vague promises of improvement.

What you’ll walk away with

  • Clear actionable outcomes from a 4-step facilitated process
  • Increased participant engagement and buy-in
  • Documented decisions and next steps
  • Improved team alignment on the topic

Who it’s for

Team Leaders, HR Professionals

Frequently asked questions

Who should facilitate this workshop?

This workshop works best when led by someone comfortable with facilitation. Ideal for Team Leaders or external facilitators working with team dynamics teams.

How long does this workshop take?

Plan for 60-90 minutes depending on group size. The 4 activities are designed to flow together smoothly.

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