Stand-Alone Workshops

AI isn’t about replacing people—it’s about amplifying what people do best.
In this workshop, participants build a grounded understanding of Generative AI while exploring how to integrate it responsibly into their daily work. We start by demystifying how Gen AI systems like ChatGPT and image generators function, then move into real-world examples of how teams can leverage these tools to improve problem-solving, communication, and collaboration.

Dr. Eric Zackrison emphasizes a “human-in-the-loop” mindset—balancing the efficiency of AI with the creativity, emotional intelligence, and ethical awareness that only humans bring. Whether your team is just beginning its AI journey or seeking to align experimentation with values and strategy, this session provides a foundation for confident, human-centered adoption.

In a world flooded with data and complexity, great leaders still rely on human judgment—but now they can amplify it with AI. This workshop provides a practical framework for integrating AI tools into strategic, operational, and everyday decisions without losing the uniquely human skills that make leadership effective: perspective, ethics, and empathy.

Participants learn how AI supports forecasting, risk assessment, and scenario planning—while also examining where automation ends and human discernment begins. Drawing on real-world examples from companies like Amazon, Unilever, and Netflix, Dr. Eric Zackrison guides teams to build confidence in using AI responsibly and collaboratively.

The emphasis throughout is on augmented intelligence—where humans and AI partner to expand capability, creativity, and confidence in decision-making.

The most effective leaders aren’t the ones who talk the most—they’re the ones who listen best. This workshop explores how intentional, empathetic listening can transform communication, build psychological safety, and enhance team performance.

Through engaging discussion, practice, and reflection, participants learn to make people feel heard, uncover the real message beneath the words, and lead through understanding. Drawing on Dr. Eric Zackrison’s decades of experience in leadership and organizational communication, the session moves beyond “good listening habits” into the deeper connection between listening, trust, and influence.

Leaders leave with a clear framework for listening across difference—whether that’s navigating conflict, managing high-stakes conversations, or building connection across cultures and teams.

Most leaders know feedback matters—but few are taught how to do it well. This workshop moves beyond “tips and tricks” to show how feedback can become the heartbeat of a strong, high-trust culture.

Participants learn a clear, structured approach to giving feedback that is both direct and compassionate—focusing on behavior, impact, and forward action. They also practice inviting feedback from others and responding in ways that strengthen safety and accountability.

Through practical exercises and real-world scenarios, teams learn to navigate tough conversations with confidence and empathy, creating a culture where feedback is ongoing, growth is shared, and trust is reinforced every day.

The pace of change demands more than fast answers—it requires clear thinking.
In this workshop, participants learn to strengthen their analytical, strategic, and creative problem-solving skills while navigating a world increasingly influenced by artificial intelligence and data-driven tools.

Dr. Eric Zackrison combines proven frameworks from his top-rated LinkedIn Learning course with new insights from his AI + Critical Thinking curriculum to help teams sharpen focus, evaluate information effectively, and make sound, ethical decisions in complex environments.

Through discussion, guided exercises, and real-world cases, participants explore how to identify biases, evaluate evidence, and leverage AI tools responsibly—ensuring technology enhances rather than replaces human insight.

Turbulence is inevitable. What your team watches is your reaction.
Drawing on Dr. Eric Zackrison’s resilience approach (think: flight attendant calm during chop), this workshop gives leaders practical tools to steady themselves, stabilize their teams, and keep momentum when stress spikes. We blend the science of stress with relational leadership: how to signal safety, make decisions amid ambiguity, and close loops so people feel heard—especially during change.

Leaders leave with a simple, repeatable playbook: regulate → reframe → respond → recover. In short: model calm, create clarity, and turn setbacks into learning.