DISCerning Risk Communication - Mastering High-Impact Risk Conversations
Course Overview
In today's fast-moving business environment, risk managers face a constant challenge: getting decision-makers to listen, understand, and act on risk insights. Too often, critical risk messages are ignored, misunderstood, or deprioritized—putting organizations at unnecessary risk.
This high-impact, six-week program is designed to equip risk professionals with practical strategies to communicate risks effectively, influence stakeholders, and drive decision-making in complex environments.
The course addresses real risk management challenges, providing tools that can be applied immediately. The DISC framework is used selectively to enhance communication and leadership effectiveness, ensuring that risk managers can adapt their message to different audiences.
Additionally, participants will receive their personalized DISC Management Behavioral DNA
Assessment, offering deep insights into their leadership and risk communication style.
They will also have 24/7 access to the DISC AI Coach, an advanced digital coaching tool providing real-time guidance on effective communication and influence strategies.
Who Should Enroll?
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Risk Managers & Compliance Officers
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Internal Auditors & Governance Professionals
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Business Leaders Responsible for Risk Oversight
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Professionals Seeking to Improve Stakeholder Influence & Risk Communication
What You Will Learn:
Each module focuses on a critical challenge in risk management, offering clear, actionable solutions to improve communication and influence.
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Module 1: Communicating Uncomfortable Truths About Risk
  • Why risk professionals struggle to get buy-in from leadership.
  • Techniques for framing risk in terms of business impact (not just compliance).
  • Adapting your communication style for different stakeholder personalities.
  • Case Study: A failed risk communication example and how to improve it.
  • Practical Exercise: Crafting a risk message for different executive personas.
  • Personalized Insights: Using your DISC Management Behavioral DNA to enhance how you deliver risk messages.
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Module 2: Managing Resistance and Risk Blind Spots
  • Why leaders and teams resist risk insights – and how to overcome it.
  • Strategies for making risk tangible instead of abstract.
  • Tailoring your message to C-suite vs. operational teams.
  • Behavioral insights: Recognizing risk blind spots in your own communication.
  • Practical Exercise: Identifying and responding to resistance in real-world scenarios.
  • AI-Driven Coaching: Leveraging DISC AI Coach for real-time strategies on overcoming resistance.
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Module 3: Crisis Communication – Delivering Bad News Without Losing Credibility
  • How to communicate high-impact risks and worst-case scenarios effectively.
  • Managing emotions in risk discussions (yours and others).
  • Handling pushback and defensive reactions with confidence.
  • Real-World Scenario: Leading a crisis communication briefing.
  • Practical Exercise: Role-playing crisis communication scenarios.
  • DISC AI Coach Insights: Real-time coaching on handling crisis communication effectively.
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Module 4: Risk-Based Decision Making and Influencing Without Authority
  • Why risk managers struggle to drive decisions (and how to change that).
  • Building persuasive arguments for risk controls (cost-benefit storytelling).
  • Overcoming the "we've always done it this way" mindset.
  • Behavioral insights: Matching your influence strategy to different decision-makers.
  • Practical Exercise: Structuring a risk-based business case.
  • Personalized Coaching: Applying insights from your DISC Management Behavioral DNA Assessment to strengthen decision-making influence.
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Module 5: Managing Stakeholder Conflicts in Risk Discussions
  • Identifying hidden agendas and political tensions in risk conversations.
  • Conflict de-escalation strategies for high-stakes discussions.
  • Navigating difficult personalities in risk review meetings.
  • Behavioral insights: Using DISC to adapt your conflict resolution approach.
  • Practical Exercise: Handling a difficult stakeholder conversation.
  • AI Support: Using DISC AI Coach to refine conflict resolution strategies.
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Module 6: Creating a Culture Where Risk is Heard and Acted Upon
  • Why risk culture fails – and how to shift it.
  • Moving from a compliance focus to a risk-aware mindset.
  • Establishing communication frameworks that make risk discussions routine.
  • Real-World Best Practices: Companies that successfully embedded risk into their culture.
  • Final Exercise: Developing an action plan to improve risk communication in your organization.
  • Sustained Learning: How to leverage ongoing DISC AI Coach insights for long-term impact.
What Makes This Course Different?
Real Case Studies
Every module includes a case study or real-world example of risk communication failures and successes.
Interactive Exercises
Participants apply learning immediately to risk scenarios they face in their roles.
Behavioral Insights
DISC helps risk professionals adjust their communication styles to different audiences, but it is NOT the focus.
Practical Takeaways
Each module delivers immediately usable tools (e.g., risk messaging frameworks, decision-influence templates).
Exclusive Access
Personalized DISC Management Behavioral DNA Assessment and 24/7 AI Coaching provide ongoing, individualized guidance to refine risk communication strategies.
SHRM-Recognized Recertification Credits
This course qualifies for SHRM-recognized Professional Development Credits (PDCs), for SHRM CP and SCP recertification, supporting your ongoing professional growth.
Course Format & Delivery:
6 Weeks
One module per week
Live Virtual Sessions
Interactive discussions & exercises
Self-Paced Learning
Access to guided-learning, additional resources & templates on user-friendly online platform
Expert Coaching
Direct access to facilitated sessions with experienced behavioral science communication expert
Personalized Coaching
DISC AI Coach available 24/7 for real-time support
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for risk managers, compliance officers, internal auditors, and business leaders responsible for risk oversight. If you struggle with getting stakeholders to listen, influence decision-making, or communicate risk effectively, this course is for you.
What makes this course different from other risk management programs?
Unlike traditional risk courses that focus on technical frameworks, this program is centered around real-world risk communication challenges. You’ll learn how to influence decision-makers, manage resistance, and present risks in ways that drive action. Plus, you’ll receive a personalized DISC Management Behavioral DNA Assessment and 24/7 AI coaching to refine your communication style.
What is the DISC Management Behavioral DNA Assessment?
This is a personalized assessment that provides deep insights into your communication, leadership, and decision-making style as a risk manager. It helps you identify your strengths and blind spots so you can adjust your approach to different stakeholders.
How does the DISC AI Coach work?
The DISC AI Coach is available 24/7 to provide real-time coaching based on your personal DISC profile. It offers customized strategies, conversation techniques, and decision-influencing approaches to help you apply your learning immediately.
Is this course eligible for SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs)?
Yes! This course is SHRM-recognized, meaning you can earn Professional Development Credits (PDCs) to support your SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP recertification.
What’s included in the investment?
Your enrollment includes:
✔ Six weeks of live virtual training
✔ A personalized DISC Management Behavioral DNA Assessment
✔ 24/7 access to the DISC AI Coach
✔ SHRM-recognized Professional Development Credits (PDCs)
✔ Real-world case studies & practical exercises
✔ Direct access to expert coaching
What if I miss a live session?
All live sessions are recorded and made available in the online course platform, so you can catch up at any time.
How much time will I need to commit?
Expect to spend 2-3 hours per week on live sessions, exercises, and applying what you have learned.
When does the next cohort start?
📅 Next cohort starts: May 14, 2025
How do I enroll?
Click the link below to secure your spot!
How to Enroll
Next Cohort :
May 14 - June 18, 2025
Investment:
US$495
Register Now:
Contact:
Success with People Academy
Email: info@successwithpeople.org
Equip yourself with the skills to communicate risk effectively, drive better decisions, and gain buy-in from key stakeholders. Secure your spot today!
Investment includes six weeks of live virtual training, a personalized DISC Management Behavioral DNA Assessment, 24/7 access to the DISC AI Coach, SHRM-recognized Professional Development Credits (PDCs), interactive exercises, real-world case studies, and expert coaching.