“Diane made us all feel important, welcomed, and heard.
She can feel the temp in the room and wasn't afraid to change course if needed for the betterment of the group.”
- Dare to Lead ™ Participant
Thriving Teams
Teams thrive on two essentials: courageous leadership and effective communication. When leaders build trust and teams understand how to connect across different communication styles, collaboration deepens, innovation grows, and accountability sticks. That’s why I combine Dare to Lead™, based on Dr. Brené Brown’s research, with the DiSC® Communication Style Assessment to give people both the courage to lead and the clarity to connect. Thriving Teams is fully customizable. It can be an inspiring 2-4 hour workshop, a 6 or 12 week continuous professional development program, or part of your new employee on-boarding. All programs can be online or in person to accommodate virtual and hybrid teams. The greatest results come when teams commit to shared language and tools to build team cultures where everyone can feel seen, heard and valued.
What I Teach:
Braver Leadership Skills
Navigate difficult conversations with confidence.
Replace self-protective leadership with empathy and accountability.
Stronger Communication and Collaboration
Understand your DiSC style—and the strengths and blind spots it brings.
Flex your style to better connect with others and reduce friction.
Lasting Team Impact
Build a shared language for courage and communication.
Strengthen trust and improve team performance.
Anna Higgins, Director of Policy & Systems Strategy at Foundations for a Better Oregon
“Diane is an expert facilitator. She is equal parts badass and humble human. She will always be on my top 10 list to recruit for anything educational innovation and organizational culture. She has a deep understanding of humans and uses that knowledge for good. Anyone who gets to work with her is better for it.”
Steve Messinetti, President & CEO of Habitat for Humanity, Portland Metro
“Diane just led a leadership session for our diverse 35 member nonprofit team that surpassed all expectations. She inspired, entertained, and really got us thinking about how to lead the life that we want to be living, at work and at home. I've already seen changes in how our staff are relating to each other, and seeking first to better understand each other's values. I was also personally touched by her words, and motivated to make some changes in my life.
If you want to reward your team with some great personal and professional development that will help advance their careers and your organization, I'd recommend Diane.”
“Diane Murray led the way for all to feel a part and feel heard and seen. She would advocate for those who were quieter and listened to all who brought subjects to the class. Diane made us feel safe and supported."
- Dare to Lead ™ Participant