The Mission-Driven Flame Series: Session 3, MAXIMIZE

Description

Session 3: MAXIMIZE 

Brave Conversations: Turning Workplace Conflict into Forward Movement

Mission-driven work requires mission-driven conversations.

Conflict is inevitable in every organization, especially in passionate, purpose-driven environments like nonprofits. But when handled well, difficult conversations can strengthen trust, accountability, and collaboration.

In this interactive training led by, participants will learn how to approach workplace conflict with confidence, clarity, and courage.

Instead of avoiding difficult conversations, leaders will gain tools to transform tension into productive dialogue that moves teams forward.

Participants Will Learn How To: 

• Identify what’s really driving conflict beneath surface-level issues 
• Recognize their personal conflict style under stress 
• Use the CLEAR framework to prepare for difficult conversations 
• Manage emotions during high-stakes discussions 
• Respond instead of react while maintaining accountability and psychological safety 
• Turn challenging conversations into opportunities for progress

When:
May 19, 2026 | 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM (MT)

This session will be recorded and a copy of the recording will be provided to all who register.

Who Should Attend:
Anyone who wants to deepen their self-awareness, strengthen their understanding of others, and grow their leadership and relationship skills

Cost:
UNA Members: $65
Not-Yet-Members: $130

(Purchase the whole series)

About the Instructor: 
Adam Conley, Founder of Transformative HR Support

Meet the Trainer
Adam Conley, MA, PHR, SHRM-SCP, is the founder of Transformative HR Support and a Human Resources leader with over a decade of experience helping organizations navigate the conversations most people would rather avoid.

Throughout his career, Adam has worked alongside nonprofit leaders, executive teams, and frontline managers to address performance concerns, workplace tension, restructuring challenges, and complex employee relations issues. He understands that in mission-driven organizations, conflict can feel especially personal — and that avoiding it often comes at a high cost to culture, morale, and impact.

With advanced education in leadership and business, and professional certifications in HR, Adam blends strategy with practicality. His approach is direct, engaging, and refreshingly real. He believes brave conversations don’t require harshness — they require clarity, preparation, and the confidence to lead with both accountability and empathy.

Participants appreciate Adam’s interactive style, real-world examples, and ability to create a space where people can reflect honestly, practice new skills, and even laugh a little while tackling serious workplace challenges.

Because when leaders get better at hard conversations, organizations get stronger.