S.L. Robbins & Associates
S.L. Robbins & Associates
People + Performance Academy™
2027: The Science and Skills for Showing Up Better
Welcome to People + Performance Academy, an organization-wide learning experience led by Dr. Steve Robbins that explores the fascinating science of human behavior and translates it into practical skills for everyday life and work.
Through engaging, research-grounded learning experiences, participants discover why we do what we do, how our behaviors influence others, and how we can become more intentional about the way we show up. Because better performance isn't simply about what people know or what they're capable of doing. It's also influenced by how people think, interact, collaborate, and respond to the world around them. And those are things we can all learn to do better.
Our Approach: The Science. The Skill. The Practice.
Knowing something doesn't necessarily mean we'll do something differently. That's why every Academy webinar and participant workbook follows a consistent learning approach.
THE SCIENCE: Discover what research tells us about human behavior—and why we think, feel, and act the way we do.
THE SKILL: Learn practical behavioral skills that can help us respond more intentionally, connect more constructively, and positively influence others.
THE PRACTICE: Apply what you've learned through reflection, real-world challenges, and everyday Behavioral Action Moments.
The goal isn't simply to know more.
It's to show up better.
THREE LEARNING EXPERIENCES
The 2027 Academy features three distinct learning experiences, each exploring a different dimension of human behavior. Organizations can participate in one, two, or all three experiences, depending on their interests, needs, and goals. Each experience stands on its own. Together, they offer a broader exploration of the science and skills for showing up better.
THREE WAYS TO LEARN THROUGHOUT 2027
February - April, 2027
Experience 1: A Tale of Two Brains
Why We Do What We Do
Ever wonder why you sometimes react in ways you later regret? Or why you can be so certain about something, only to discover you were wrong? Our brains are remarkable. But they're not always working the way we think they are. Explore the science of automatic thinking, assumptions, cognitive biases, and emotional reactions—and discover practical ways to become more self-aware, challenge your interpretations and assumptions, and respond more intentionally.
Featured Webinars:
Tuesday, February 9: Who's Really Running the Show?
Tuesday, March 9: Why Smart People Do Dumb Things
Tuesday, April 13: Getting Out of Your Own Way
The takeaway: Better understand yourself, recognize what's influencing your behavior, and develop skills for making more intentional choices.
Special Topics Lunch & Learns
Thursday, February 18, 2027 - 12:00 to 12:55 PM ET
Special Topic 1: The Science of Stress and Resilience
Why does stress sometimes sharpen our focus—and other times interfere with our ability to think clearly? Explore how stress influences the brain, behavior, and performance, and discover practical strategies for responding more effectively under pressure.
Thursday, April 15, 2027 - 12:00 to 12:55 PM ET
Special Topic 2: The Myth of Multitasking
Think you're good at multitasking? Your brain might disagree. Discover what research reveals about attention, distraction, and cognitive overload—and how to work more effectively in a world competing for your attention.
June - August, 2027
Experience 2: The Social Brain
Understanding Our Need to Connect and...Our Tendency to Divide
We're social creatures. We want to belong, be understood, and feel valued. Yet we also form groups, make assumptions about others, and sometimes struggle to connect with people who think differently. Explore the psychology of belonging, social identity, inclusion, and psychological safety—and discover how our everyday behaviors can strengthen relationships, encourage participation, and create better conditions for people to contribute.
Featured Webinars:
Tuesday, June 8: We're Wired to Belong—But Quick to Divide
Tuesday, July 13: Why It's So Hard to See Eye to Eye
-Tuesday, August 10: Psychological Safety: Beyond the Buzzword
The takeaway: Better understand the social forces shaping our interactions and develop skills for building stronger relationships and more constructive environments.
Special Topics Lunch & Learns
Thursday, June 17, 2027 - 12:00 to 12:55 PM ET
Special Topic 3: The Empathy Gap
Why is it often easier to empathize with people who are like us? Explore how social identity, group membership, and unconscious assumptions influence empathy—and how we can become more intentional about understanding people whose experiences differ from our own.
Thursday, August 19, 2027 - 12:00 to 12:55 PM ET
Special Topic 4: Loneliness in a Connected World
We're more connected technologically than ever, yet meaningful human connection can still be elusive. Explore the psychology of loneliness, belonging, and social connection—and why the quality of our relationships matters to well-being and performance.
October - December, 2027
Experience 3: The Power of You
Understanding the Impact of Our Own Behaviors
You may have more influence than you realize. A comment in a meeting. A reaction to a mistake. A moment of empathy. A decision to speak up—or stay silent. These everyday moments can influence how others think, feel, and behave. Explore the science of social influence, behavioral modeling, and group norms, and discover how small, intentional choices can positively influence relationships, leadership, and organizational culture.
Featured Webinars:
Tuesday, October 12: The Ripple Effect
Tuesday, November 9: The Moments That Matter Most
-Tuesday, December 14: Culture Is What We Do
The takeaway: Recognize your everyday influence and develop practical skills for contributing to healthier relationships and organizational cultures.
Special Topics Lunch & Learns
Thursday, October 21, 2027 - 12:00 to 12:55 PM ET
Special Topic 5: The Psychology of Feedback
Why can even well-intentioned feedback trigger defensiveness? Discover how identity, emotion, and perception shape our responses to feedback—and practical ways to give and receive feedback more constructively.
Thursday, December 16, 2027 - 12:00 to 12:55 PM ET
Special Topic 6: The Science of Motivation
What really motivates people to do their best? Explore the psychology of motivation, including autonomy, competence, and purpose, and discover how everyday interactions can strengthen—or undermine—people's willingness to contribute.
MORE THAN A MONTHLY WEBINAR
Each P+P Academy experience combines learning, practice, conversation, and application.
Your organization receives:
3 Live Learning Sessions
45-minute virtual sessions with Dr. Steve Robbins exploring the science of human behavior and its application to everyday workplace interactions.
2 Special Topics Lunch & Learns
55-minute sessions exploring timely and practical topics in human behavior.
2 Leadership Labs
90-minute facilitated virtual conversations for people responsible for inclusion, belonging, psychological safety, culture, and related work. Bring challenges, exchange ideas, and learn from others doing similar work.
Two-Week HERO Skills® Practice Experience
A guided opportunity for participants to intentionally practice Humility, Empathy, Reflection, and Open-mindedness in everyday life.
Learning & Application Resources
Pre-session materials, reflection activities, practical application tools, and manager discussion guides help extend learning beyond the live sessions.
Ready-to-Use Internal Communications
We’ll provide the language and information your Academy Coordinator needs to promote opportunities throughout your organization.
And the Learning Doesn't Stop There
Academy organizations also receive access through December 31, 2027 to:
Curious Conversations with Dr. Steve
Informal monthly virtual conversations built around provocative questions about people, behavior, work, inclusion, belonging, and the brain.
Burst Learning Video Library
Short, on-demand learning designed to keep important ideas alive between live experiences.
HERO Skills® Behavioral Action Moments (BAMs)
Simple prompts that turn everyday situations into opportunities to practice showing up better.
Two Special Academy Events
In May and September, Dr. Steve will host special virtual People + Performance Academy events exploring timely and provocative questions about human behavior, inclusion, and the changing workplace. These events will also be open to people outside the Academy. People + Performance Academy member organizations participate at no additional cost. More details coming soon.
Who is the Academy fFor?
People + Performance Academy is designed for organizations that want to invest in their people and strengthen the human side of performance. It's relevant to employees at every level, from individual contributors to senior leaders. Whether your organization wants to strengthen self-awareness, collaboration, inclusion, psychological safety, leadership, or organizational culture, the Academy provides accessible, practical learning grounded in behavioral science. You don't need a leadership title to benefit. And you don't need to participate in all three experiences to get started.
One Membership. Everyone Included.
People + Performance Academy is designed to make organization-wide learning practical. There are no per-employee participation fees for Academy virtual programming. Your organization designates an Academy Coordinator. We provide the content, resources, communications, and participation links. Your organization decides how broadly to promote each opportunity and manages its own internal participation. That means less administration—and more opportunities for people across your organization to learn.
People + Performance Academy 2027 Membership Pricing
People + Performance Academy offers flexible, organization-wide membership options. Choose the learning experiences that best meet your organization’s needs, with unlimited employee participation.
Membership Options
Membership For-Profit Organizations Nonprofit Organizations
One Experience (3 months) $19,995 $16,995
Any Two Experiences (any combination) $36,990 $31,990
Full-Year Membership (all 3 experiences) $44,985 $37,985
Early Enrollment Savings
Enroll by December 15, 2026, and receive special introductory pricing on Experience 1 or Full-Year Membership.
Early Enrollment Option For-Profit Organizations Nonprofit Organizations Experience 1 $14,995 $12,995
Full Year $39,985 $33,985
Full-Year Membership — Best Value
Experience the complete year of P+P Academy learning for just slightly more than the cost of two experiences. Full-year members receive all three learning experiences plus complimentary participation in both special Academy events.
PLUS: Exclusive Full-Year Benefit
Save 20% on a Dr. Steve Robbins Keynote—Up to $7,500
Full-year P+P Academy members receive a 20% discount on one keynote taking place during 2027, with maximum savings of $7,500. The benefit applies only to new bookings made after joining the Academy, is subject to availability, and cannot be combined with other discounts. Travel expenses are additional.
Start with Experience 1. Decide What Comes Next
Organizations that enroll in the February–April experience by December 15, 2026, receive a special $14,995 (for profit) or $12,995 (nonprofit) rate. Afterward, you can stop, add another three-month experience at the regular rate, or upgrade to the full-year membership. This special early-enrollment rate applies only to the February–April experience, Experience 1.
READY TO BRING INCLUSION ACADEMY TO YOUR ORGANIZATION?
You don’t need to decide everything today. Let’s talk about your organization, what you’re trying to accomplish, and whether one Inclusion Academy experience—or the full year—is the right fit.
READY TO BRING PEOPLE + PERFORMANCE ACADEMY TO YOUR ORGANIZATION
Special Early Commitment Rate: $14,995 through December 15, 2026
Contact Dr. Steve to learn more about the People + Performance Academy 2027 and join!
Email: steve@slrobbins.com
Cell: 616-818-6485