Teams don’t break down because people don’t care.
They struggle because trust erodes under pressure, miscommunication grows, and assumptions go unspoken.

In today’s fast-changing workplaces, strong communication and psychological safety are no longer “nice to have.” They are essential for retention, productivity, and collaboration.

Held off-site at our retreat-style property to support focus, connection and deeper collaboration, this workshop helps teams slow down, experience how they actually work together, and rebuild trust as the foundation for strong performance.

Who This Workshop Is For

This workshop is designed for pre-existing teams and works best with 8–15 participants at a time.

It is ideal for:

• Small business teams (20–100+ employees) looking to strengthen collaboration

• Department leads and managers seeking better communication and follow-through

• Business owners focused on engagement, alignment, and sustainable growth

• Cross-functional teams preparing for growth, transition, or change

• Mission-driven and nonprofit organizations (secondary audience)

Best for teams who want real improvement — not just another meeting.

This workshop is especially helpful for teams that:

• Feel disconnected or siloed

• Struggle with communication or accountability

• Want to strengthen relationships without forced or awkward “team bonding”

What This Workshop Helps Your Team Do

Teams that participate will:

• Communicate more effectively under pressure

• Build trust that directly supports performance goals

• Develop shared language around collaboration and accountability

• Identify practical, realistic steps to improve how they work together

Perfect for:

• Department retreats

• Leadership kick-offs

• Quarterly development days

• Onboarding and growing teams

Not Your Typical Team Workshop

Rather than lectures, icebreakers, or personality labels, this workshop uses guided, experiential activities that allow teams to see themselves at work — in real time.

Participants will:

• Experience how trust shows up (or breaks down) under pressure

• Reflect on real team dynamics in a safe, structured environment

• Develop awareness of patterns that support or hinder collaboration

• Identify concrete actions to strengthen trust moving forward

The focus is not on blame or fixing people, but on:

• Awareness

• Shared responsibility

• Collective commitment

Business Benefits You’ll See

Organizations often report:

• Improved communication across roles and departments

• Higher engagement and morale

• Better collaboration during deadlines and high-stress periods

• Reduced conflict and day-to-day miscommunication

• Clear, actionable commitments teams can implement immediately

What Participants Will Walk Away With

By the end of the workshop, teams will:

• Have a clearer understanding of what trust looks like in daily behavior

• Recognize habits and patterns that impact team effectiveness

• Better appreciate differences in communication and problem-solving styles

• Commit to 2–3 specific, practical steps to strengthen trust within their team

Workshop Format

• Length: Half-day (approximately 3.5 hours)

• Format: In-person, highly interactive

• Structure includes:

  • Guided team challenges

  • Facilitated reflection and group discussion

  • Individual and collective commitments

Location & Setting

All workshops take place at The Gathering Table at 5024 Gallagher Rd.

Our property offers a retreat-like setting designed to help teams step away from daily distractions and focus fully on building relationships, communication, and trust.

By gathering off-site, teams are able to:

• Be more present and engaged

• Break out of routine work patterns

• Focus on people, not inboxes or to-do lists

• Create meaningful connection that’s harder to achieve in an office environment

Weekday Availability

Workshops are offered Monday–Friday, making it easy to schedule professional development without interrupting weekend operations or events.

Investment for Business Teams

• Half-day facilitated trust-building workshop

• Custom pricing based on group size

• Deeply discounted pilot rates currently available

• Ask about bulk bookings for multiple teams or departments

Optional add-ons:

• Leadership planning session

• Post-workshop action plan support

No prior training or preparation is required — teams are met exactly where they are.

About the Pilot Offering

This workshop is currently being offered as a pilot program at a special introductory rate.
This pricing reflects a commitment to accessibility while the workshop is refined through real-world use and participant feedback.

Future workshops in this series will be priced differently as offerings expand.

Part of a Growing Team Development Series

This workshop is the first in a developing series focused on helping teams grow in:

• Trust and psychological safety

• Communication and collaboration

• Navigating conflict in healthy, productive ways

Future offerings will build on this foundation and will be designed for both teams and team leaders. Organizations who participate in this initial workshop will be invited to help shape future sessions through their feedback.