Internal Capability Catalyst™

Can your managers and teams confidently lead, collaborate, and deliver results in a messy, fast-moving, and politically complex environment of business transformation?

High performing teams deliver 5X faster ROI on business transformation (PwC). At the same time, lack of cross-functional collaboration results in project failure in 56% of cases (McKinsey). Skill gaps in critical areas cause almost 50% of execution issues (Deloitte). 70% of change initiatives break due to employee resistance (Kotter). But less than half of all organisations actually invest in building internal capabilities to support the change. 

The ex-change portfolio of workshops, courses, and masterclasses strengthens your organization’s ability to execute transformation strategy. These practical, hands-on, and energizing learning experiences are delivered in person or online. They equip teams and individuals with the tools to lead change, ensure alignment, and produce sustainable results. Each session is designed for real-world impact, giving participants actionable insights they can apply immediately in their day-to-day work.

Why ex-change training programs work?

Two distinct training formats.

Masterclasses

Short, sharp, insight-reach sessions that give participants a clear lens on the issue and actionable starting points to tackle complex issues.

Designed for corporate events, on-line conferences and leadership development programs.

ex-change Workshops

1-2 days trainings tailored to align with your organization’s goals, challenges and team dynamics.

1 – The genuine deal

Designed for professionals at all levels who want to negotiate to create long-term value beyond the immediate deal.

Negotiation is a fundamental skill in business and life, yet many people dread it. That’s why this training offers a collaborative approach to negotiation that empowers you to succeed without compromising your identity or values.

You will create a personalized set of strategies and tools that fit your unique negotiations style and objectives. Additionally, we will explore the most common negotiation mistakes that can undermine your confidence and outcomes. Finally, you will practice designing win-win  solutions that are acceptable to all parties.

In a nutshell:

• Foundations for negotiations success
• Value creation and exchange
• Original techniques for break deadlocks 
• Closing up … and doubling down.

2 – Partner Like a Pro

Created for strategic alliance partners who want to build resilient, profitable business ventures that stand the test of time.

Partnerships and joint ventures can unlock significant value for organizations, but they also come with complex challenges and risks. Therefore, this workshop helps leaders to navigate the entire partnership lifecycle with confidence and clarity.

We will explore the fundamental principles for successful partnerships, as well as hidden roadblocks that can derail even the most promising ventures. You will also get the tools to evaluate partners, assess cultural fit, and align expectations. Finally, we will discuss case studies and own experiences to bring these learnings to life.

In a nutshell:

• 10 commandments for successful alliances
• Partnership types, stages, opportunities and risks
• Effective partner due diligence processes
• Key success factors and management KPIs.

3 – Women on Top

Delivered with passion and compassion, it is designed for women who want to lead with clarity, confidence, and authenticity.

You will gain deeper insights into your natural leadership style, communication patterns and decision-making approach to increase your influence across diverse stakeholders.

This training recognizes that sustainable leadership requires not only ambition, but also boundaries, clarity, and poise. Together, we will explore ways to manage energy, maintain focus, and lead with resilience in demanding environments. Engaging group discussions and role-play provide space to practice new skills in a safe and supportive setting.

In a nutshell:

• Leveraging your personal leadership style
• Paradigm shift to get the results you want
• Confident decision-making in complex situations
• Navigating a landmine of unrealistic expectations.

4 – Dream team blueprint

Designed for leaders looking to build stronger, more cohesive teams through better understanding of personal dynamics.

Effective collaboration is based on understanding and valuing diverse personalities and styles. This workshop uses the DISC methodology to help you decode individual behaviours and improve communication and teamwork.

You will identify own personality type and understand how different personalities interact in the workplace.

The training offers practical advice on managing relationships with your boss, direct reports, and peers to foster a high performance culture.

In a nutshell:

• Unique personality types and styles
• “Do’s” and “Don’ts” to build trusted relations
• Conflict management tools
• Exercises and role-play in different contexts.

ex-change Masterclasses

1-hour interactive sessions, fully customizable to suit your audience’s specific interests or needs.

1 – The messy middle fix

Perfect for executives, managers, and transformation leaders who need to sustain momentum in strategic initiatives.

Transformation projects do not fail overnight. Instead, they die quietly in the messy middle. This session exposes the subtle signals of fading traction, shows how competing priorities erode progress, and suggests which conversations leaders need to initiate early. You’ll leave with practical tools to cut distractions, rebuild clarity, and re-align teams before the loss of momentum becomes irreversible.

In a nutshell:

• Bottlenecks in change execution
• Warning signs leaders often miss
• Stakeholder management 
• Eliminating low-value activities.

2 – From strategy to story

Ideal for leaders who need their strategy to resonate across diverse functions, levels and cultures.

We know that numbers and charts alone won’t move people to act. This session reveals how to transform a plan into a story that inspires teams. You’ll learn a proven narrative structure that blends logic and emotion, and techniques to adapt messages to different audiences without losing impact. The focus is on turning strategic intent into a shared vision that people feel compelled to deliver.

In a nutshell:

• Why logic alone fails
• The winning narrative structure
• Translating strategy into storytelling
• Keeping the momentum.

3 – The alignment playbook

Designed for leaders managing high-stakes, cross-functional initiatives.

When multidisciplinary teams lose alignment, delivery slows down and frustration grows. This session introduces a practical, repeatable approach to maintain collaboration even when priorities compete. You’ll learn a simple alignment model, quick check-in routines that prevent drift, and see how to handle conflicts without escalating every issue to leadership. Discover how to create a balance of structure and flexibility that keeps teams working together under pressure.

In a nutshell:

• Early signals of misalignment
• Purpose–priorities–measures model
• Mitigating conflicting agendas
• Using ADKAR for sustainment.

4 – The decision compass

Perfect for leaders who must act without perfect data in complex environments.

Business transformation rarely offers the luxury of complete information. This session equips you with a decision-making approaches that work even when time is short, pressure is high, and stakeholders interests differ. The goal is to replace hesitation with informed, confident action that keeps transformation moving and teams engaged.

In a nutshell:

• Triggers for decision paralysis
• Frameworks for high-stakes choices
• Setting “good enough” thresholds
• Balancing action and reflection.