We know that managing employees who work remotely or in a hybrid arrangement is different than managing people in a traditional, in-person environment. In this session, we’ll equip leaders with three key practices—be present and mindful, foster community, and accelerate performance and development—to build trust with employees and become more effective virtual leaders.

Collaborating in a multi-generational workforce can be challenging and raises a lot of questions, as each generation brings its own priorities, preferences, and expectations to work. However, there is an incredible opportunity to leverage the unique strengths of each generation to increase engagement and retention and improve relationships. In this session, we’ll help you understand what motivates and engages employees in different generations, appreciate and value what each generation contributes to the workplace, and explore ways that generations can help each other succeed and thrive.

The ability to provide effective feedback makes a difference, both professionally and personally. When we provide constructive feedback to others in a positive way, we can improve our relationships and increase productivity. How we receive feedback is equally important. Giving and receiving feedback effectively can open the door to problem solving, collaboration, and trust. In this session, we will help you understand the value of feedback, give effective feedback using a simple model, and receive feedback without excuses, blame, or defensiveness.

Employee engagement is at the top of most leaders’ to-do lists. But what does it mean to have “engaged” employees and how do we move beyond one-time events or initiatives to build a culture of engagement? In this session, we will discuss and dispel common myths about employee engagement, explore why engagement is critical in today’s landscape, and share best practices to engage employees.

Are the people you lead committed to their work, their teams, and organizational results? Many employees are merely compliant—they come to work, do the minimum, and leave. In this session, we’ll look at what it takes to become a more influential leader, no matter your role. We’ll also introduce you to a specific model to lead people to higher levels of commitment. You’ll leave this session knowing what you can do to lead with integrity, earn the respect of those around you, and ultimately, achieve results. The Five Levels of Leadership is a John Maxwell book. While our levels differ, we don’t want there to be confusion.

It’s been said that personal brand is what people say about you when you leave the room. We can’t control what people say about us, but we can work to create a more consistent message and align the intent of our actions with the impact on others. In this session, we will help you define your brand and communicate it with purpose and intention.

What roles do comedy, humor, and laughter play in your organization? In your department? On your team? How can more fun lead to more productivity, team cohesion, and better results? In this session, we'll discuss the benefits of humor at work and introduce you to different types of humor. We'll give you strategies to effectively use different types of humor to uplift colleagues and improve culture, teamwork, and creativity. Most importantly, we'll share some laughs!

When done well, mentoring becomes a powerful catalyst for success for both the mentor and mentee. In this session, we unpack the transformative role mentors play in personal and professional growth. We highlight active listening, goal-setting, and constructive feedback as tools to empower mentees. The session is a blend of anecdotes and practical tips, fostering a dynamic exchange of wisdom.

Managing our emotions is critical to developing positive relationships, navigating change, and optimizing our personal growth. In this session, we’ll help you enhance your self-awareness and better regulate your emotions and show you how self-management is the key to becoming a more resilient and fulfilled person. Learn how to manage your emotions, so your emotions don’t manage you.

Identifying and focusing on high-impact tasks can improve our efficiency and boost our happiness. Unfortunately, many of us struggle to set clear goals for our day or week and procrastinate on important goals. In this session, we’ll help you set intentions for your day, make better decisions about how you spend your time, and eliminate time-wasting habits.

Direction and support are both required of good leaders. There are times when employees require clear guidance and hands-on supervision to be successful, and other times when empathetic listening and less supervision are required. In this session, we’ll identify what directive and supportive behaviors look like and how to blend directive and supportive behaviors to help your team members develop competence and commitment.