[Friendzone Workshop] Desk Talk

From tricky colleagues to juggling responsibilities, the workplace can feel overwhelming. This series is here to help you make sense of it all.

Desk Talk is a safe, beginner-friendly workshop series designed to help you navigate workplace challenges and make the most of working with others. Across four sessions, you'll build practical social skills to handle tough situations - and feel more confident navigating workplace life.

What You’ll Learn:

Each session will provide a unique experience to help make life at the workplace a little easier. While each session stands on its own, you'll get the most out of the series by attending all four!

Session 1 - 💬Let’s Talk About Work (And Life)

📅 31 July 2025

🕢 7:30-9:30pm

Get to know the rest of your cohort with a special Friendzone event. Make new friends and swap stories about the highs and lows of work.

Session 2 - ⚖️Finding Work-Life Balance

📅 7 August 2025

🕢 7:30-9:30pm

Learn how to find a healthy balance between your life in- and out-of-office, how to navigate adulting duties and how to make new friends in the workplace.

Session 3 - 🗣️Dealing with Difficult People at Work

📅 14 August 2025

🕢 7:30-9:30pm

Practice communication techniques to deal with workplace conflicts professionally, be it with difficult colleagues or overbearing bosses.

Session 4 - 🤝Networking Without the Ick

📅 21 August 2025

🕢 7:30-9:30pm

Learn how to identify and maximise networking opportunities to build strong, meaningful connections.

Why join this course:

• Receive a personalised report on your interpersonal insights and professional communication skills to better understand yourself.
• Practice in a safe, low-pressure space with real people.
• Get personal feedback from facilitators and peers.
• No complicated theories to memorise - just practical, useful skills you can immediately apply.

Course Details:

📅 Dates: July - August 2025

🕢 Time: 7:30 - 9:30pm

📍 Location: Tanjong Pagar

🎟️ Price: $120 for 4 sessions

👥 For: Gen Zs & Millennials (ages 20–35)

Brought to you by Friendzone, powered by the National Youth Council.

👋🏼 Who’s Behind This?

Friendzone is a social impact company with over 7 years of experience creating safe, intentional spaces for young adults in Singapore to build friendships and create community. We’ve hosted over 150+ conversation-driven events and workshops with thousands of participants — from neighbourhood events to social skills workshops.

Our team has deep expertise in community-building, group facilitation, and designing experiences that make people feel seen, heard, and connected.

FAQs:

🔍 Understanding the Workshop

What is Desk Talk about?

A 4-part workshop series by Friendzone to help young adults feel more comfortable in the workplace, by providing a safe space for participants to practice important skills for handling common challenges they may face in their work-life.

Who is this workshop for?

This workshop is designed for Gen Zs and Millennials (ages 20–35) who want to feel more confident navigating through workplace challenges. Be it handling difficult workplace politics or maximising networking opportunities, this series aims to give you the tools you need to get through it all.

Do I need to be talkative or outgoing to join?

Not at all. This is a beginner-friendly and low-pressure space. It’s for any young adult who wants help dealing with the workplace, so rest assured you’ll be supported no matter your starting point.

What makes this workshop different from other communication workshops?

Desk Talk combines Friendzone’s proven approach to community-building with practical skill-building. It’s not just theory — you’ll get real-world practice in a safe and fun environment with fellow Gen Zs and Millennials.

🧠 What You’ll Learn & Do

What will the sessions be like?

Each session includes interactive activities, bite-sized learning, guided practice, and group reflections. You can expect:

• Icebreakers to warm up and connect
• Short lessons teaching practical skills for each topic
• Role-playing and group scenarios to practise real-life conversations
• A safe and supportive environment with like-minded peers
• A personalized report on your current professional conversational skills with areas for improvement

What will I get out of this course?

By the end of the 4 sessions, you’ll:

• Gain skills to navigate various workplace challenges
• Feel more confident and comfortable handling the challenges that arise from work-life
• Form new friendships with fellow coursemates to get through work-life together with

Is this therapy or counselling?

No, this is not a clinical or therapeutic programme. It’s a workshop series focused on building practical skills for handling workplace challenges. If you’re dealing with intense social anxiety or emotional distress, we encourage you to also seek support from a mental health professional.

🌿 The Experience

What if I don’t know anyone?

You’re not alone. Everyone is here to grow, and our trainers will guide you through that discomfort gently and with humour. Many people come in not knowing anyone and leave with new friends.

Can I come alone?

Definitely :) Most participants come solo. In fact, it’s a great way to challenge yourself in a safe space — and maybe leave with a few new friends.

How many people will be in each session?

We have an expected capacity of around 30-40 people, but don't worry about feeling overwhelmed by the numbers - Rest assured that you will be provided with a comfortable, safe space to participate in and enjoy the workshop.

Is there any homework or prep required?

No prep-work is required and there is no formal homework, but we may suggest light reflection prompts or optional “real-world challenges” (like trying out the taught skills in real life after each session). These are designed to help you apply what you learn outside the session.

📅 Attendance & Fees

Can I just attend 1 session?

Each session is available individually for separate sign-ups, so feel free to sign up for only the sessions you feel best suit your needs. While sessions build on each other, each one also offers stand-alone value and deal with unique challenges.

Why is there a fee for this workshop?

Developing workshops like this take time, planning, and care. Your ticket goes towards venue rental, content research, facilitator and trainer fees, materials, and logistics — and helps us continue creating safe, intentional spaces for connection.

Thanks for investing in yourself, and in Friendzone’s mission to make friendship and enjoyable yapping more possible for everyone.