Workplace Consulting
From interactive keynotes to workshops and individual coaching, I tailor my consulting services for every workplace. My focus and expertise is integrative health, soft skills and leadership development for every individual.
I’ve worked with leaders and teams in every workplace setting including academic institutions such as Harvard and MIT, school districts, non-profits, small businesses and credit unions as well as global companies like Barclays, Microsoft, IDEO and General Assembly.
Bring me to your location or I can support your team virtually for:
inspiring staff retreats
interactive keynote presentations
transformative half-day or full-day workshops
small-group coaching to boost performance and morale
Let’s create the experience your team needs to thrive more and work together better.
“Dillan has that rare balance of providing practical tools while also allowing room for introspection and reflection. I find his humor, honesty and compassion as an instructor to be so refreshing!”
“Dillan is engaging and dynamic. I highly recommend others to tap into his wisdom. I’ll definitely attend again!”
“I think so many people would love this class. I would recommend it to as many people as I can.”
MY MOST REQUESTED TRAININGS:
Thrive in Your 9-5: (presented at Barclays, The College of New Jersey and Harvard)
The modern workplace culture can place immense stress on our lives, in turn impacting every other area, like our relationships and physical wellbeing. The stress and constant “to do” lists can leave us feeling out of balance and like we are just getting through our days versus really thriving in our careers and lives.
In this workshop, you’ll learn why the idea of a work / life balance is a myth and what it means to take an integrative approach to thriving in all areas of your life, including your work!
Key Takeaways
Debunk the work / life balance myth
Understand what it truly means to thrive and what you individually need to thrive
Learn tangible tips for thriving in work and life
Learn how your values and purpose affect your ability to thrive
Communication Skills for Effective Leadership:
Do you feel confident when it comes to communicating, whether personally or professionally? Are you aware of what it takes to be a strong communicator and how it affects all our interpersonal relationships?
In this workshop, we’ll cover what it means to be a confident communicator and you’ll walk away with a deep understanding and tangible ways to improve your communication skills and overall relationships.
Key Takeaways
Understand what it means to be an effective communicator
Understand the importance and balance between being assertive and empathetic
Utilize your body language and non verbal body cues in being an effective communicator
Improve your digital communication skills
How to Be An Effective Manager:
Do you feel clear on what it actually takes to be an effective leader?
In this workshop, you’ll get an in-depth look at the roles and responsibilities of a manager. We’ll look at goal setting, delegation, performance management, effective communication, leadership, motivating, and much more. You’ll walk out feeling prepared and confident to guide your team to new levels of success, in an authentic way.
Key Takeaways
Understand different management styles and what it actually means to be a good manager
Learn the appropriate way to approach performance reviews and deliver valuable feedback
Understand how to appropriately measure an employee and teams success
Coaching Skills for Powerful Leadership:
Do you feel that you are a strong people manager with the ability to lead your team and get the results you seek? Or, do you see room for improvement in the functionality of your team?
In this workshop, we’ll dive into the different techniques and coaching frameworks the best people managers use to lead their team to help get you the results you seek.
Key Takeaways:
Identify key differences between coaching and advising— and when to do each.
Utilize the GROW method in coaching conversations
Feel more confident having difficult conversations
How to Be Yourself: (presented at Fast Company)
We all experience the world differently depending on who we are and how we are perceived by others. What does it mean to "be yourself"? And how do we do it? Radical resilience helps us overcome imposter syndrome, actualize our potential and fully embrace the rich diversity all around us.
Key takeaways
Learn how socialization shapes our self-concept
Explore how we can powerfully shape society with our presence
Understand why and how wellness is crucial for self-confidence
Design Your Ideal Life: (presented at Barclays and General Assembly)
How many of us are truly living our ideal lives? In this workshop, you’ll clarify what your ideal life looks like, the steps needed to get there, and how to develop the courage to move forward in creating and maintaining that life for yourself.
Key Takeaways
Understand what your ideal life even is
Create tangible action steps and practices to move towards it
Build up the courage and resiliency to stay true to yourself, your values, and the life of your dreams
An Introduction to Mindfulness: (presented at Phillips Exeter Academy)
Mindfulness is becoming more and more mainstream, but like anything, when you’re first starting out, understanding how to do it can feel overwhelming.
In this workshop, we’ll explore what mindfulness is, the benefits of a mindfulness practice for your personal and professional lives, and dive into tips and tools for those who are just getting started!
Key Takeaways
Understand what mindfulness is and how you can benefit from a mindfulness practice
Learn simple techniques to get started on your mindfulness journey
Discover a simple mindfulness practice you can use anytime