Leadercraft's name reflects the path of excellence in corporate culture. Knowledge becomes skill; skills become habits. Leadership is a craft and requires hard work. Offerings include keynote speeches, intensive workshops, online coaching, and books. KEYNOTES: Tired of the same old conference speeches? Want more than platitudes and nice thoughts? Want to get the sort of experience that sparks a skill journey? Hire Leadercraft founder Dan Oblinger! He will challenge your attendees to think like a hostage negotiator by weaving stories from his career with lessons for theirs. WORKSHOPS: Now skill-building begins in earnest. Using foundational concepts, the 8 active listening skills, and proven strategies to make deep connections with everyone, Keadercraft workshops rely heavily on practical exercises in small teams to build new capabilities in the members. COACHING: Extend the learning past a single keynote experience or workshop event. Using online resources, Leadercraft will guide you through a series of structured coaching sessions or custom conversations with a trained crisis negotiator and corporate consultant to provide accountability and advanced training in listening, negotiation, and culture cultivation. BOOKS: Give the gift or authentic listening skills. "LIfe or Death Listening" and "The 28 Laws of Listening" are available in the Amazon Kindle store as a paperback or e-book.