What We Are Not Saying
A carefully structured workshop that creates a safe container for teams to surface unspoken concerns, worries, and tensions that are undermining trust, performance, or collaboration.
✓ Created by former KPMG & McKinsey consultants
What You'll Achieve with the What We Are Not Saying Workshop
Real outcomes that transform your team
Teams surface and address unspoken concerns, leading to improved communication.
Increased trust among team members fosters a more collaborative environment.
When to Use the What We Are Not Saying Workshop
Perfect for these situations and team challenges
A team identified communication gaps in a recent Temperature Check and seeks to address them.
Team leaders feel their team is holding back on important discussions and want to create a safe space for honesty.
How the What We Are Not Saying Workshop Works
A step-by-step breakdown of the workshop process
1Step 1: Create the Container
Establish psychological safety by setting ground rules and explaining the importance of discussing unspoken concerns.
2Step 2: Silent Reflection and Anonymous Surfacing
Participants privately reflect and write down their unspoken concerns on index cards, ensuring anonymity.
3Step 3: Surface Concerns Aloud
Read the anonymous concerns aloud, allowing team members to claim them if they choose, fostering open discussion.
4Step 4: Cluster and Prioritize Concerns
Organize the concerns into themes and use dot voting to prioritize the top 2-4 concerns to address.
Key Topics Covered in the What We Are Not Saying Workshop
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