Rooted in Culture,

Blooming in Purpose

We support multicultural changemakers in pausing, reflecting, and healing, so you can lead with sustained impact and authentic joy.

Our Coaching Offerings

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WILLOW COLLECTIVE

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POWER OF FIVE

Coaching 101: Two Skills to Transform Conversations

Great conversations are at the heart of meaningful change. They build trust, spark ideas, and move people to action. "Coaching 101" is a focused, introductory workshop designed to give you the foundational skills to make every conversation more impactful. This session is your starting point for learning how to support others in discovering their own solutions and potential.

Each class is two hours long, providing an immersive and practical learning experience.

This is a practical class for anyone who wants to improve how they communicate and connect, whether at work, in the community, or at home.

What You Will Learn

This workshop zeroes in on two of the most essential skills in coaching. We will explore how to move beyond giving advice and learn to facilitate discovery. You will learn and practice how to:

  • Go beyond simply hearing words to truly understand the meaning and emotion behind them. You'll learn techniques to listen with presence and curiosity, creating space for others to think and share openly.

  • Discover how to ask questions that open doors to new perspectives and deeper insights. Learn to craft questions that challenge assumptions, inspire creativity, and empower others to find their own answers.

Who Is This For?

These skills are essential for anyone who guides, manages, or supports others. If you want to elevate your interactions and lead with greater empathy and effectiveness, this workshop is for you. We welcome:

  • Changemakers & Advocates: Enhance your ability to connect with and mobilize your community.

  • Supervisors & Managers: Lead your teams more effectively by fostering growth and ownership.

  • Entrepreneurs & Intrapreneurs: Improve collaboration and drive innovation through better communication.

  • Academics & Educators: Create more dynamic and engaging learning environments for students.

  • Organizers & Community Leaders: Navigate group dynamics and build stronger, more resilient teams.

  • Family Leaders: Deepen your relationships with partners, children, and relatives.

  • Anyone Curious About Coaching: Get a taste of coaching fundamentals in an accessible and supportive space.

Program Outcomes

After this introductory session, you will be able to:

  • Apply two core coaching skills to your daily conversations immediately.

  • Feel more confident in your ability to facilitate productive and meaningful dialogue.

  • Build stronger connections by listening more deeply and asking better questions.

  • Understand the fundamental shift from telling and advising to asking and empowering.

2026 Schedule & Locations

We offer this introductory experience both virtually and in person.

Virtual (Online Live Training)

  • March 19, 2026 – 6-8 

  • July 15, 2026 – 10-12 

  • November 12, 2026 – 1-3 

Detroit, MI (In-Person):

  • May 21, 2026 – 10-12 

  • October 8, 2026 – 6-8 

Oakland, CA (In-Person):

  • June 11, 2026 – 1-3 

  • January 7, 2027 – 1-3

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Join us for this introductory workshop and take the first step toward more powerful communication. Reserve your spot today to start building skills that make a real difference.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • This session is designed for anyone who wants to improve their communication and lead with greater empathy. Whether you are a supervisor or manager looking to foster team ownership, an educator creating more engaging classrooms, or an advocate mobilizing your community, these skills will help you connect more deeply. We also welcome entrepreneurs, community organizers, and family leaders who are curious about the fundamentals of a coaching approach.

  • During this two-hour class, you will zero in on two of the most essential professional coaching skills: Engaged Listening and Powerful Questions. You will move beyond simply hearing words to understanding the emotion behind them, and learn how to ask questions that inspire others to find their own creative solutions.

  • Most leadership training focuses on "telling" or giving advice. Our coaching for changemakers approach teaches you the fundamental shift toward "asking" and empowering others. This workshop gives you a supportive space to practice facilitating discovery, ensuring you leave with the tools to make your very next conversation more impactful and productive.

  • The core goal of our workshop is helping you understand the fundamental shift from telling others what to do to empowering them to find their own answers. You will learn how to use your new skills to create a space where others can think and share openly, allowing for more impactful and sustainable change in your community or workplace.