Learning strategy and communications for teams that
need more than another workshop.
Join clients such as UKG, the Association of Talent Development (ATD) - Sacramento chapter, Palo Alto University, and Horizon Charter School
Learning Function Support
For leaders who need help making learning easier to run.
This work helps you organize training requests, identify priorities, build a realistic roadmap, and create the structure needed to support learning across the organization.
Support can include:
Learning needs assessment
Learning roadmap development
Program strategy and prioritization
Manager development planning
Stakeholder alignment
Learning calendar and rollout planning
Vendor or partner coordination
Feedback and measurement strategy
Best for organizations that need to turn scattered learning needs into a clear, practical plan.
Learning Communications Support
For teams that have learning programs, but need people to understand, trust, and use them.
Even strong learning programs can fail when the communication is unclear. Employees need to know why the program matters, what is expected of them, and how it connects to their work.
Support can include:
Program launch messaging
Manager talking points
Executive messaging
Learner emails and newsletters
Training descriptions and enrollment copy
Reinforcement communications
Post-program summaries
Impact storytelling
Best for HR, Talent, and L&D teams launching programs, improving adoption, or making learning feel more relevant.
Manager Development & Workplace Skills Support
For managers and teams who need practical tools for real workplace moments.
Managers are expected to coach, give feedback, build trust, handle conflict, and lead through change. Most have not been given enough practical support to do that well.
Support can include sessions and resources on:
Coaching skills
Feedback conversations
Communication habits
Conflict styles
Accountability
Trust and repair
Team expectations
Emotional intelligence
Collaboration
Best for organizations that want managers and teams to communicate better, reduce friction, and build healthier habits at work.The framework behind the work
This work is grounded in Everybody, Be Cool!, a practical workplace framework for communication, collaboration, accountability, conflict, and behavior change.
It gives teams a shared language for the moments that make or break work: giving feedback, handling tension, asking for what they need, repairing trust, and moving forward together.
Good fit if you need help with:
Building or improving a learning function
Turning vague training requests into a real strategy
Launching a manager development program
Communicating learning more clearly
Helping managers coach, give feedback, and lead better conversations
Increasing engagement with learning programs
Making learning feel practical instead of performative
Ready to make learning easier to run?
Let’s turn scattered training needs into a clear plan, useful tools, and communication your people can actually use.
“Hanan! Thank you for the incredible keynote you delivered at our ATD conference. Your insights on transformation, conflict resolution, and the importance of self-awareness and compassion really reached the audience and aligned so well with the theme of the day!
We walked away feeling inspired and equipped with so many valuable tools. I know we are all eager to dive deeper into your work and explore your book to learn even more! 🦋
Thank you for sharing your insights and elevating us with such a meaningful impact!
Juliet Swinger, SMUD, ATD Director of Special Events
“I am so thankful for Hanan Harb Sahourieh taking time to speak about her amazing book, "Everybody, Be Cool!", at the inaugural Palo Alto University staff council book club! She shared important lessons from many, many hours of research about communication and navigating a workplace while building your personal brand. I highly recommend purchasing her book!”
-Chloe Corcoran, Director Of Alumni Relations, Palo Alto University
“What a great session and an amazing book!”
-Kia Bowden, NEST Co-Chair, UKG
