Trial Portal - Extra Mile Institute

Curious what a StepBack Session looks like in action?

This trial portal gives you a firsthand look. Explore the framework and see how leading just one session with your team can enhance communication, connection, and performance.

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Session 1: Balancing Dissatisfaction & Gratitude »

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Context of the Session: Satisfaction and dissatisfaction aren’t always opposites—they can coexist. Viewing them as separate experiences helps us better understand where we stand with each and how to find a healthy balance.
A Glimpse at the Session Questions:
- What’s the right balance of dissatisfaction and gratitude?
- Can there be enjoyment in not being satisfied?
Intended Outcome of the Session:
- 1) Reflect on current attitudes of striving
- 2) Bring balance to what we need to achieve our goals.

Session 2: Consistency in the Little Things »

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Context of the Session: This session draws from Jeff Olson’s The Slight Edge, which emphasizes that excellence comes from small, consistent daily actions—not grand gestures. The mistake? We often stop those small actions once progress begins.
A Glimpse at the Session Questions:
- What small, simple decision, if done consistently everyday, would help you get 1% better? The Team?
- What makes us stop doing the small, simple things when no one is looking?
Intended Outcome of the Session:
- 1) Pay attention to the small things and details that got you to the outcome you wanted.
- 2) Reinforce those actions regardless of the success.

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I heard about StepBacks recently at a conference. What is a "StepBack" Session anyway?

StepBacks are 15-minute, proactive conversations integrated into existing team routines. Facilitators utilize EMI’s digital platform of slide decks and cutting-edge framework to lead these impactful discussions. The session itself includes a combination of watching relevant video clips, small and large group discussions, and learning actionable tools to drive change. StepBacks Sessions are the vehicle to enhance communication, connection, well-being and ultimately, performance on your team.

What is the role of the facilitator, and how many can a team have?

Facilitators guide StepBack Sessions while actively participating in the conversation. Their role is to create a space where everyone feels connected and can communicate productively. If your team plans to use multiple facilitators, we recommend each person complete our training to ensure a shared understanding of the StepBack framework and consistent facilitation across sessions.

What is the recommended cadence for StepBack Sessions?

We recommend integrating StepBack Sessions into existing team meetings or practices on a weekly or bi-weekly basis to ensure consistency.

What’s the most important commitment for StepBack success?

Consistency is key. StepBack Sessions aren’t a one-time fix—they’re most effective when integrated regularly into your team’s rhythm. When teams commit to showing up, reflecting, and having value-driven conversations on a consistent basis, the cultural shift becomes tangible.

How many StepBacks do I receive each month?

You’ll receive one StepBack Session each week (4 per month), plus unlimited access to our Library with hundreds of additional sessions to choose from.

What additional benefits come with my membership?

In addition to our content, your membership includes a monthly newsletter, support from the EMI team, the StepBack Facilitation Guide, the Mental Skills Toolkit, and our Personal Growth Assessment.

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