Head Space workshops help academic teams step back from daily pressures to create more sustainable ways of working together. Through guided discussion and practical exercises, teams develop strategies that prioritise calm productivity over constant busyness, ensuring everyone has the head space they need for meaningful work.
- Create intentional workflows that support your team’s most valuable contributions
- Design collaborative practices that enhance focus and reduce unnecessary distractions
- Develop shared routines that help everyone maintain energy for high-impact work
If you have the discipline to maintain a good habit, then all you need is time.
James Clear
How it works
Through facilitated discussion and practical exercises, we’ll explore options to move away from firefighting mode, identify counterproductive workflows, and develop sustainable practices that create space for what matters in your team
Duration: Half-day
Cost: £500
Format: 5-15 participants
1. Initial conversation (15 minutes). After your expression of interest, we’ll have a brief, no-obligation chat to understand your team’s current challenges and ensure the workshop format suits your needs.
2. Pre-workshop survey. Each team member completes a short, anonymous survey to identify key pressure points and workflow bottlenecks, helping focus our discussion on what matters most.
3. Workshop session . Through structured, facilitated discussion, your team will examine current practices, identify high-value goals, and explore practical alternatives for achieving them in a more sustainable way.
4. Customised action report. Following the session, you’ll receive a detailed report outlining your team’s critical challenges, recommending specific process changes, and providing a roadmap for implementing more resilient work practices.
Each workshop is structured around your team’s specific challenges and working context, ensuring that the strategies and solutions we develop together directly address your unique needs.
Expression of interest
Book a short call to discuss how a Head Space workshop can help your team build sustainable work practices.
FAQ
What outcomes can we expect from the workshop?
The half-day workshop is designed as a strategic intervention to help teams identify and begin addressing productivity challenges. While a single session won’t transform your team overnight, participants typically leave with:
- Concrete strategies they can implement immediately to save 10-30 minutes per day
- A shared understanding of workflow bottlenecks and potential solutions
- Practical tools for reducing unnecessary meetings and emails
- Agreement on team-level changes to support sustainable work practices
- A clear action plan for implementing key changes
What’s included in the £500 workshop fee?
The fee covers:
- Initial consultation to understand your team’s needs
- Pre-workshop survey design and analysis
- Half-day facilitated workshop session
- Comprehensive post-workshop report with specific recommendations
- Two weeks of email support for implementation questions
- All workshop materials and resources
How does the workshop actually work?
The workshop is highly interactive and discussion-based – we won’t be using slides or lengthy presentations. Through structured activities and facilitated conversations, we’ll:
- Examine current team practices and pain points
- Identify high-value work that needs more space
- Explore practical alternatives to unsustainable routines
- Design new collaborative approaches that support focus
- Create an implementation plan for key changes
What’s the ideal team size?
I cap workshops at 15 participants to ensure everyone can actively contribute to discussions and exercises. For larger teams, I recommend splitting into morning and afternoon sessions. This allows for more focused conversation and better outcomes for all participants.
What facilities do we need?
The workshop is designed to be low-tech and high-engagement. You’ll need to provide:
- A quiet room that can comfortably accommodate your team
- Seating arranged for group discussion
- Light refreshments are recommended for maintaining energy
- No special technology or equipment is required.
Can we customise the workshop format?
Yes. While the half-day format works well for most teams, we can design longer sessions or series of workshops for teams with specific needs. The initial consultation helps us understand your requirements and adapt the format accordingly.
What happens after the workshop?
You’ll receive a detailed action report within one week, outlining:
- Key insights from the session
- Specific recommendations for immediate implementation
- Longer-term strategies for sustainable change
- Guidelines for measuring progress
- Additionally, you’ll have two weeks of email support to help address any questions that arise during initial implementation
Are workshops available outside the UK?
Currently, Head Space workshops are only available in-person within the UK. However, I’m exploring options for virtual delivery for international teams – please contact me to discuss your needs.