Effective Communication: The Talking Stick Dialogue Method by FR-NK

  • Do you want to communicate more effectively?
  • Do you want to experience the connecting power of dialogue?
  • Do you want to collaborate better and build stronger relationships?
  • Are you looking for an inspiring and impactful workshop, training, or keynote?
    or
  • And/or do you want to give real attention to inclusion and diversity?
  • Do you want to work on connection and diversity-related challenges,
    while moving away from discussion and debate, with their usual winners and losers?

In short: do you want genuine connection? Take action now …

Experience the Original Form of Dialogue

Learn and experience dialogue in its original form, as practiced in South Africa. Discover and deepen your skills through the communication method “Dialogue with the Talking Stick.”
Learn from another culture and experience the true power of dialogue—where listening, respect, and shared wisdom take center stage.

 

“The most powerful and effective communication tool is the Talking Stick.”
Stephen R. Covey
Author of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People

 

About the Talking Stick Institute

FR-NK (FRank Rekers) founded the Talking Stick Institute specifically to support and promote dialogue-based communication. Our philosophy is rooted in the Ubuntu philosophy, and our working method originates from South Africa. We work with authentic, handmade Talking Sticks, crafted by the Zulu people in South Africa, honoring tradition, craftsmanship, and cultural integrity.

FR-NK richte speciaal voor dialoogvoering het Talking Stick Instituut op. Het gedachtegoed van het Talking Stick Instituut is gebaseerd op de Ubuntu-filosofie en onze werkmethode stamt uit Zuid-Afrika. We werken met originele handgemaakte Talking Sticks die we laten maken door de Zulu’s in Zuid-Afrika.

Applications of the Talking Stick Method
  • Unlocking and using collective wisdom
  • Effective and respectful meetings
  • Asking powerful questions and learning to truly listen
  • Dealing constructively with conflict
  • Communicating from connection rather than opposition
  • Achieving goals through a different way of communicating
  • Brainstorming and creative sessions
  • Addressing themes such as citizenship, inclusion, and diversity
  • Personal development: entering into dialogue with yourself

    We offer: Workshops, trainings, keynotes, and tailored programs – to be specified here

    Readings, FR-NK as a speaker
    In-company training
    Trainiing trainer Frank Rekers
    Open trainingen
     Who is it for?
    We offer keynotes, workshops, and in-company training programs for organizations, teams, and event agencies. For individuals—such as leaders, managers, entrepreneurs, and professionals for whom communication plays a vital role in their work—we offer open enrollment programs.

    Op 16 april hebben we nog enkele plekken, meedoen?
    Of bestel direct hier je Talking Stick?

    Do you want to discover the power of dialogue? Do you want to move away from discussions that often lead to misunderstanding, division, and a dynamic of winners and losers?

    Interested in dialogue? contact us directly

    During his travels to South Africa, FR-NK discovered this powerful, deeply connecting way of communicating—one that speaks to our highest human values: recognition and appreciation.
    Learn to apply this approach in a training, or experience it during an inspiring keynote.

    “It is inspiring to learn from South African traditions around meetings and decision-making.””

                                                                                                          Emmy de Graaff – GGZ

    Dialogue for a Wide Range of Challenges. Dialogue can be applied to many different types of challenges. Leonie Kappert, from the Talking Stick Institute, specializes in: 

    • Conflict management and conflict coaching
    • Personal coaching through “Dialogue with Yourself”
    • Step-family coaching, supporting blended and composite families

    FR-NK focuses primarily on keynotes, workshops, and training programs, and on training and certifying dialogue coaches.

    DialoGUE  for Connection
    Dialogue by conflicts

    Dialogue Coach Training

    Starting in spring 2026 (or earlier depending on demand), we will offer a Dialogue Coach Training. This program is specifically designed for coaches, consultants, trainers, HR professionals, therapists, and advisors who want to develop expertise in effective dialogue facilitation. 

    Interested? Leave your details to be notified.

    Using Dialogue for Your Projects.  
    Dialogue can also be applied as a theme or method in projects. For example, for a project on citizenship, 10 dialogue coaches are currently being trained to facilitate dialogue in schools. Are you interested in using dialogue in areas such as:

    • Citizenship and civic engagement
    • Citizen assemblies or participatory forums
    • Peace & security
    • Inclusion and diversity
    • Social participation
    • Other societal challenges

    Submit your inquiry and we will explore possibilities with you. In some cases, subsidies may be available.

     

     

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mznGkSiVlu0

    “Those who won’t listen will have to discover for themselves.”

    FR-NK – Frank Rekers –
    founder Talking Stick Instituut

     

     Discover This Connecting Power

    Contact us to book a lecture or workshop. Learn more or submit a request →

     

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