Workshops
Real skills. Flexible formats.
At Human First, we design workshops that help people show up better—for themselves and each other.
Whether you're part of a company, nonprofit, community group, or just a few humans trying to do things differently, our workshops are made for you.
These aren't one-size-fits-all lectures. They're interactive, practical experiences that build emotional fluency, communication skills, and the kind of trust that transforms groups into something more powerful: teams.
What We Offer
A growing lineup of workshops on empathy, emotional literacy, communication, and human-centered leadership
Delivered in person or virtually
Tailored to your needs, whether you’re gathering five people or five hundred
We can even build a custom workshop from scratch, just for your group
Pricing
Rates vary based on format, group size, and customization. We also offer discounts for clients who take part in our Human First Discount Program—a way to reward those who put values into action.
You don’t need to be a big company to invest in your people. You just need to believe it matters.
Workshop Topics
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Master Emotional Intelligence and Communication Skills for the Workplace
How to “People” is a one-day, immersive workplace training designed to build emotional intelligence, improve communication, and strengthen team collaboration. In today’s fast-paced, people-driven environments, soft skills aren’t optional — they’re essential.
This leadership and team development workshop teaches practical, science-backed skills like navigating difficult conversations, managing emotions under pressure, and leading with empathy and accountability. Participants walk away with real-world tools to build trust, enhance workplace culture, and drive performance.
Ideal for:
Teams experiencing burnout, miscommunication, or culture change
People managers and emerging leaders
Organizations seeking to improve collaboration and psychological safety
Key outcomes:
Shared language for emotional and interpersonal dynamics
Practical strategies for communication, feedback, and trust-building
Increased clarity, connection, and team confidence
Invest in emotional intelligence training that actually makes work better.
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Empathy Training for High-Performance Teams and Emotionally Intelligent Leadership
Empathy is more than a buzzword — it’s a critical leadership skill that drives connection, collaboration, and employee engagement. Cultivate Productive Empathy is a powerful, interactive workshop that helps individuals and teams build emotional resilience, set healthy boundaries, and communicate with compassion.
Unlike generic empathy workshops, this training focuses on practical, real-world application. Learn how to stay present during emotionally charged moments, avoid burnout, and use empathy to build trust — without taking on others’ stress.
Perfect for:
Teams in high-stress or emotionally demanding roles
Managers and HR leaders focused on workplace well-being
Anyone who struggles to balance empathy and self-care
What participants gain:
A practical toolkit for empathy, boundaries, and active listening
Strategies for building trust and psychological safety
Improved team connection, emotional literacy, and communication
Support your team’s emotional health and collaboration with empathy skills that last.
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Build Emotional Intelligence, Communication Skills, and Leadership Capacity
You can’t manage what you can’t name. Emotional Literacy at Work is a foundational training that helps teams and leaders build emotional awareness, communicate more effectively, and foster healthier, more human workplaces.
Most professionals were never taught how to recognize or express their emotions — but emotional intelligence is essential for strong leadership, better decision-making, and conflict resolution. This interactive workshop introduces a practical, science-based framework for understanding and using emotions as valuable data, not distractions.
Designed for:
Teams looking to improve communication and reduce misalignment
Managers who want to better support team members during stress or conflict
Professionals seeking greater emotional clarity and resilience
What you’ll learn:
How to recognize and name emotions in real time
The difference between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors
How emotions manifest physically and what they signal
How to express emotions clearly and constructively
The consequences of emotional suppression — and what to do instead
Key takeaways:
A shared emotional vocabulary for teams and leaders
A research-backed framework for emotional awareness and expression
Stronger communication, clearer boundaries, and more human-centered leadership
Emotional intelligence is no longer optional — it’s a core competency for modern workplaces.
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Define Core Values to Strengthen Culture, Leadership, and Team Collaboration
Values Alignment at Work is an interactive workshop that helps individuals and teams identify their core values and apply them to everyday decisions, communication, and culture. When values are clear, they become a compass — guiding behavior, deepening trust, and reducing burnout and misalignment.
This values-based leadership training goes beyond buzzwords, empowering participants to discover what truly drives them and how to work in alignment with what matters most. Whether navigating growth, conflict, or culture change, this workshop provides the self-awareness and clarity to lead with purpose — not autopilot.
Perfect for:
Teams seeking stronger collaboration and shared direction
Leaders looking to align decisions with personal and organizational values
Groups undergoing change, growth, or identity transitions
What participants will learn:
What values really are — and how to identify yours authentically
How to recognize value misalignment and address it constructively
How shared values build trust and value conflicts create tension
Tools to map and understand values across individuals and teams
Key takeaways:
A personal set of core values grounded in real-life experience
Insight into how values shape behavior, choices, and relationships
A team or organizational values map highlighting alignment and friction
Greater clarity, intention, and cohesion in how people show up and work together
Your values are already shaping your team’s culture — make that process intentional.
Interested in something you’re not seeing here? We’re more than happy to create a custom workshop and/or program that best fits what you need.