Staff Training Programs

Ready your workforce on human skills, communication, and leadership.

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Topics

We’ve developed more than a dozen staff training topics at the intersection of human skills, communication, and leadership.

Here are just a few examples.

  • Imposter Syndrome is defined as a psychological feeling of self-doubt and “not being enough.” We will discuss the common symptoms, different types, and warning signs, ultimately learning how to embrace and overcome this issue.

  • Through a series of leadership examples, we will learn how to use empathy to effectively manage up, down, and across in their organization, embrace the positive impact of bringing outside and unique perspectives into your organization, and design a strategy to inspire employees to believe in an idea.

  • Building virtual or in-person relationships requires preparation, establishing a presence, and building rapport. This session focuses on practical and actionable tips on being a trusted advisor with your customers.

  • If you’re running a hybrid team, we will help you understand how to spend your time in the office vs. at home.

  • A workstream expectations charter emphasizes the benefits of an equitable work environment and establishes agreed-upon expectations. This process demonstrates clear leadership and empowers employees to care about their well-being, reducing employee burnout and turnover.

  • If you work with colleagues or clients who are constantly unresponsive or unavailable, then it's critical to take as much ownership of your journey as possible. Here’s how you can effectively manage up so you can be there for them while giving yourself a chance to flourish.

  • Your experiences with those you work with today are merely the first chapter in a very long story. We'll talk about actionable next steps to ensure the bond you built has a special benefit for years to come.

  • It can be easy to focus too much on a positive mindset in our client-centric world. While with good intentions, phrases like “Can do,” “Get on with it,” and “Positive vibes only” can harm our mental health. This session will focus on Toxic Positivity, defined as “the belief that people should maintain a positive mindset no matter how dire or difficult a situation.”

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Client Testimonial

“Since we’ve participated in Mark’s workshops over the last several years, we’ve been able to facilitate more open conversation about mental health in the agency workplace and we’ve experienced more dialogue surrounding these often-complicated topics.””
— Weber Shandwick

Hi, I’m Mark Mohammadpour, your energy-boosting Chief Well-being Officer.

Reaching 200,000+ people annually on Employee Culture and Well-being.

  • C-suite advisor on creating healthy, confident, and empathetic teams to attract and retain star talent.

  • Accredited communications executive, leading award-winning 8-figure budget global teams.

  • 150-pound natural weight-loss journey.

  • Proud husband and puppy parent!

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Features

Our staff trainings ensure every team member gains something from the experience. How? Read more to learn about our approach.

  • We use Mentimeter and Talkadot software to ensure interactivity, inclusiveness, and feedback are delivered.

  • No off-the-shelf materials here! We develop your session tailored to the specific challenges you’re facing.

  • We’ve hosted sessions virtually and in-person, attendance of five to 1,000+, from one-hour to multi-day.

  • We’ll spend time before your event to ensure we’re aligned on goals, expectations, and success factors.

    We’ll also schedule time after the event to discuss feedback and immediate next steps.

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Client Testimonial

“Mark’s planted some really practical seeds on how each of us can prioritize our health and wellness and debunk the idea that ‘we don’t have time.’ I’m excited to see how this comes alive in our daily lives, and I highly recommend his session for any organization committed to the well-being of their team!”
— Renee Schlachter, VP People, Extensis

Numbers speak volumes

  • 60% of managers receive no training.

    % of managers who receive no formal training.

    Source: LinkedIn

  • Continuing ed has positive impact on salary: employers.

    Employers who say continuing ed has positive salary impact.

    Source: Evolllution

  • If new information isn't internalized, will be forgotten in 30 days.

    % of new information forgotten if not acted on in one month.

    Source: HBR

FAQs

How long are your sessions?

Our sessions vary with the needs of the client. Some discussions can be held in one hour, others a half-day, while others are a series of discussions taking place over several months. Please contact us for an estimate.

How much do your sessions cost?

We tailor every workshop based on a number of factors, including if it’s in-person or virtual, travel requirements, the length of the session(s), and most importantly, the client's needs. Please contact us for an estimate.

Do you have a non-profit/not-for-profit rate?

Yes! Please contact us for more details.

Can we swap in and out different topics?

Yes! Because we tailor every session, we can add or remove relevant topics for your audience.

Work With Chasing the Sun.

We look forward to learning more about you and your company and how we can play a role. Please fill out the form below, and we will respond to your request within two business days.

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Chasing the Sun is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.