One suit of the deck

Safety & Power.

For the moments when speaking up feels expensive.

3 moves

In this suit

Senior leader's opinion silences everyone else

The Boss in the Room

Thanks for that perspective, [Name]. Before we build on it, I want to hear from folks who haven't spoken - [quiet person], what's your read?

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Heads nodding, but the room doesn't mean yes

Silent Disagreement

Before we lock this in: fist-to-five - show me how confident you are in this decision. Anything under three, I want to hear the concern.

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Off-color joke or biased remark lands in the room

Inappropriate Comment

Hold on - I want to pause on that comment. [Name], can you say what you meant? Here's how it may have landed. Everyone belongs in this room.

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The other suits

How the cards work

Each card is triggered by a specific challenge you're watching unfold in the room — a silence, a dominator, a stalled decision.

Each card gives you an exact phrase to say, plus detailed tips and a prevention strategy for next time.

Use the quick response on the spot, or choose an alternative that fits your room. Back on track in seconds.

How the cards work