WORKPLACE RISE UP CHALLENGE

A Leadership and Well-Being Program to End Bullying and Build High-Impact Teams

At Cause-Based Consulting, we believe sustainable change begins in the heart – and lasting transformation starts from within.

That’s why we created the Workplace RISE UP Challenge: an innovative leadership and well-being program that helps companies transform culture, strengthen leadership, and build high-performing, purpose-driven teams from the inside out.

This program equips employees with the tools to lead with courage, emotional intelligence, and impact – creating workplaces where people feel seen, valued, and safe to thrive.

A MODERN LEADERSHIP SOLUTION TO A GROWING CRISIS

1-in-3 U.S. workers experience workplace bullying and 83% believe it’s getting worse. The next generation is watching, and they place a high value on strong leadership and healthy work environments.

Workplace bullying isn’t just an individual issue – it’s often shaped by outdated systems, unexamined behaviors, and cultural blind spots.

Unchecked bullying in the workplace results in serious consequences- burnout, turnover, legal liabilities, and declining mental health – costing businesses upwards of $60 billion annually.

The Workplace RISE UP Challenge reframes this crisis as a leadership and culture opportunity. It begins with a powerful keynote led by a father who lost his 11-year-old son to bully-related suicide – a deeply moving catalyst for courageous conversations, shared humanity, and fresh perspectives that foster trust and meaningful change.

From there, employees engage in expert-led RISE UP training, a 28-day challenge, and individual and company-level certification – all designed to build a culture of high-impact leaders fostering respect, teamwork, and sustainable results.

Participants walk away with practical tools, a shared language, and renewed purpose to lead with confidence and compassion—elevating both people and performance.

The Workplace RISE UP Challenge is designed to better the lives of your employees, their families, your company culture and your communities.

Available virtually or in person.

Listen to this powerful message from a father who lost his 11-year-old son to suicide from being bullied.
—Kirk Smalley, featured in the film Bully after losing his 11-year-old-son to suicide.

Kirk is transforming and saving lives every day. We bring Kirk’s presentation to your organization as a catalyst for awareness, crucial conversations and deeper human connection.

100% of UScellular employees who experienced Kirk’s presentation said ALL EMPLOYEES NEED TO SEE THIS.”

“I’m a chairman of a company with over 3,000 employees. Some of those employees have children that are being bullied. If families are hurting, your employees are not able to work to their full capability. It is a necessary service to your employees to be a part of the solution.”

—Steve Sarowitz, Founder of Paylocity, Filmmaker, Humanitarian
Who the RISE UP Challenge is For
Whether you’re a small business or a global company, the RISE UP Challenge is fully customizable and scalable for teams of any size.

This is for companies ready to:

  • Build a healthier, safer, and more connected workplace

  • Take a stand on urgent social issues like bullying and mental health

  • Attract and retain values-driven, next-generation talent

  • Equip employees to be upstanders—not bystanders

  • Cultivate a culture of dignity, kindness, and respect

  • Enhance their bottom line (Annual growth is 90% higher at strong-culture companies)

What You’ll Gain
Access to a heart-centered anti-bullying and well-being program designed to foster a culture of respect, safety, and belonging. You’ll also receive direct support and national recognition as a partner committed to creating healthier, more compassionate workplaces.
  • A 3rd Party Pre-Program Culture Assessment

  • Interactive Leadership and Management Training

  • Professional Certification (CEUs / PDUs)

  • Company RISE UP Certification and Recognition

  • A RISE UP Challenge journal to deepen and practice course learnings. (Option: 28 day challenge app)

  • ESG Option: A Company-Branded Service Challenge that engages your employees in social impact and empowers young changemakers in your communities. Option to invite children of employees to participate.

Extend the Impact Into Your Communities
Take your commitment a step further by sponsoring a Company-Branded Service Challenge powered by our award-winning nonprofit partner, Humanity Rising.

“Anti-Bullying Programming is the #1 Priority of Schools”
 — Communities in Schools, 2024 National Survey

It includes the opportunity to:

  • Amplify the voices of your employees through purpose-driven service

  • Empower youth to end bullying and build a more compassionate, inclusive world

  • Award scholarships in your company’s name to outstanding young changemakers

  • Engage families by inviting employees’ children to participate and make a difference

Bullying diminishes potential. Compassion unleashes it.

Turn Your Commitment Into a Movement. Support your employees, uplift young changemakers. Book a Discovery Call