12-Part virtual training workshop

Workplace Conversations

You have two jobs! Simultaneously, you need to manage work AND lead people. Workplace Conversations is the course that helps you connect the dots and be more effective by putting PEOPLE first. This is a certificate program, and you'll receive coaching along with live instructor-led, virtual sessions. 

This open-enrollment workshop will be capped at 18 participants. You'll complete interim assignments, and you'll receive instructor feedback and a 30-minute 1:1 coaching session. 


2026

Sep 14-Oct 9
11:00am-12:30pm
central time

Oct 19-Nov 13
11:00am-12:30pm
central time


2027

JAN 12-FEB 18
11:00AM-12:30PM 
central time

FEB 22-MAR 31
2:00-3:30PM 
central time

APR 26-MAY 21
11:00AM-12:30PM 
central time

JUL 13-AUG 19
11:00AM-12:30PM
central time

SEP 13-OCT 8
11:00AM-12:30PM
central time

OCT 12-NOV 18
12:00-1:30PM 
central time


Unleash your leadership potential!

You Will Learn How to:

Simultaneously manage work AND lead people

Build people while building the business

Conduct candid conversations to provide clarity and confidence

Make the shift into management in all the ways that matter most

Write your awesome label here.

enroll for 2026 Series

JAN 12-FEB 18
FEB 22-MAR 31
APR 26-MAY 21
JUL 13-AUG 19
SEP 13-OCT 8
OCT 12-NOV 18

12 workshops

deb.calvert@peoplefirstps.com
Meet the instructor

Deb Calvert

Deb Calvert is the founder of People First Productivity Solutions and the instructional designer for People First Leadership Academy courses. Deb and PFPS have been building organizational strength by putting PEOPLE first since 2005. Deb has been named one of the "65 Most Influential Women in Business" by Treeline and is a charter member in the Sales Hall of Fame. Her bestselling books, BrightTALK and YouTube Channels, award-winning blogs, and workshops have helped thousands of people like you who want to become better leaders, stronger contributors, and generally more effective (both professionally and personally!).  
Patrick Jones - Course author