Golden Rule: The High-Leverage Communication Protocol for Decision-Makers

Unlock the Hidden Multiplier of Business Success: Communication.

Poor communication kills momentum in high-risk, high-complexity environments. It slows teams down, derails decisions, and multiplies hidden risks. This highly interactive workshop equips decision-makers with a repeatable, structured protocol for better, faster problem-solving.

The Golden Rule Knowledge Exchange Method is built for velocity and precision. Inspired by natural interaction patterns and optimized for business, it gives you the tools to:

• Solve complex problems collaboratively—without endless meetings
• Spot misalignment early, before it spreads
• Unpack hidden assumptions that stall progress
• Turn disagreement into deeper insight and better outcomes
• Raise the signal-to-noise ratio in every strategic conversation
• Build communication habits that scale across teams

This isn’t about soft skills. It's a hard-edged framework for leaders who need to align quickly, decide faster, and execute clearly.

Walk away with a proven system you can use immediately.

Because better communication isn't soft — it’s a growth strategy.

Jury & Panelists

Ryan Wray MRICS – Principal at Avison Young Czech Republic with 18 years in capital markets and valuation; has advised on €3 billion+ commercial real estate deals across CEE; Chartered Surveyor and former Head of Capital Markets at Knight Frank & Cushman & Wakefield, steering teams of 25+ specialists.

Andrew Elliott – Serial founder and CEO; co‑founded Techloop, scaled to 3 countries and 1,500+ hiring clients before a full exit to NASDAQ‑listed Alma Media (2021); raised multi‑million‑euro VC rounds and grew ARR 5×; now leads Info pro lékaře and Automized.io to digitise healthcare and finance workflows.

Hasmik Atanesyan – Hasmik is a product generalist with a track record of delivering regulated HealthTech solutions and shipping cloud platforms across hybrid, remote, and onsite teams. Experienced in driving outcomes within multicultural, multidisciplinary environments, where communication is the core operating system. Founded the green-tech startup mossil, showcased at international expos.

Vyacheslav Ladischenski (Slava) - a serial founder, community builder, and B2B sales coach, raised €345k for his startup Inguro, graduated from StartupYard, and pivoted recently to a new product. Problem: Gaps in mutual understanding between people are mostly invisible and not measurable. As a result, it's hard to attain common ground and improve shared mental models together. Solution: Problem Solver Gym – a community of peers (e.g., like Toastmasters or Alcoholics Anonymous) that help each other to overcome cognitive biases and increase their capacity to solve complex problems.

Why This Matters

• Faster problem-solving – Shared understanding cuts cycle time.
• Higher trust – Clarity reduces friction and politics.
• Better decisions – Testing ideas early surfaces blind spots.

Who Should Attend?

Founders, product managers, engineering leads, executives, investors, and customer-facing professionals working where misalignment costs time and traction.

Built for those tired of shallow “networking” events and craving real, practice-driven learning to upgrade how teams think, align, and solve problems.

If the conversations matter and the stakes are high, this is for you.

Learning Outcomes

By the end, you will be able to:

• Walk away with practical skills you can apply immediately:
• Explain the value of shared understanding
• Spot and fix misalignments early
• Diagnose hidden assumptions that block progress
• Use the Golden Rule protocol to repair communication breakdowns
• Confirm true shared understanding—not just surface agreement
• Sharpen the signal-to-noise ratio in every strategic conversation

Agenda

Introduction (15 min)

The connection between problem-solving, knowledge, trust, and the cost of misunderstanding.

Live Demonstration (15 min)

Panelists showcase how an PTS (please, thanks, sorry) communication protocol.

Team Competition (1h)

Participants can split into teams. Teams send representatives to the stage, facing a simulated high‑stakes conflict scenario. The moderator guides them through the use of the PTS protocol. Jury scores their performance on five knowledge constructors: embracing challenges, active listening, critical thinking, creative exploration, and honest speaking.

Jury Feedback & Closing Remarks (15 min)

What worked, what didn’t, and how to bring it home.

Networking & Drinks (open-ended)

Network with deeper conversations and optional use of the PTS protocol.

Sponsor

Zenwork, located in Prague's historical Palác Ara, offers a modern workspace in a functionalist architectural landmark. With five floors of office and event spaces, 24/7 access, and various amenities like meeting rooms, communal areas, and high-speed internet, it's an ideal hub for professionals. Situated near Mustek Metro Station, it's easily accessible and enriched with member benefits and local partnerships.