Introverts are Great Leaders too!
Presented by: Preeti Venkataramani, SR4
Do you have ideas which you would love to share but hesitate doing so? Is there a problem to which you know the solution, but don’t know how to get it across? Do you consider yourself an introvert?
In this workshop you will learn how to:
- Understand your leadership style (based on your personality).
- Effectively communicate with extroverts at work or at home.
- Gather strategies of influential introverts.
- Take actions which will help you step into leadership!
Getting ideas across, making an impact has various forms. It is a misconception that only charismatic and extroverted individuals can be great leaders. Introverts are great leaders too!
Break Your Bias: Elevate Your Leadership
Presented by: Maureen Bachman, CC, ALB
The human brain is wired to make rapid decisions. Our hidden biases activate automatically so that we can sort through the 11 million bits of information per second that our brain takes in. During this interactive workshop, we will discuss:
- The definition of hidden bias.
- Hidden bias isn’t a sign of a “bad” person, we all experience it. We need to know our blind spots.
- Discover how to recognize it in yourself and others and be open to rooting out and managing hidden biases.
Being self-aware of hidden biases will help you elevate your leadership skills to a new level. Being an inclusive leader has multiple layers and requires active work to eliminate biases and recognize and appreciate all people and perspectives. Let’s talk about how to do this work together!
Keeping it R.E.A.L. – Sharpening Your Storytelling Skills
Presented by: Therese Stadul, ACB, ALB, EH1
Storytelling is as important to survival as eating and breathing. Early civilizations and cultures taught each other how to stay alive, thrive, and survive by telling stories of dangers to avoid, how to hunt and gather food, what foods were safe to eat, how to build a house, and even how to get along. Therese invites you to come along with her on a storytelling adventure.
You will learn how to:
- Choose a topic
- Construct an enthralling story
- Develop the skills to captivate the listener
Join Therese as she gets R.E.A.L about storytelling.
EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS II
Remarkable, Emotive, and Memorable: REM Messages For Impact
Presented by: Sandra Orland, DL5, EC5
Do you deliver a speech and wonder if anything you said really sticks with your audience? In this session, you will discover how to craft and deliver a message that will live longer than the time it was delivered. Attending this session, you will participate in:
- Understanding how memories are stitched to your brain
- Evidential elements that enhance memory
- Weaving emotive details appropriately
- Practice through active group delivery and feedback
You are invited to embrace your own style and practice delivering a Table Topic length of your message.
Connecting Through a First Impression
Presented by: Molly Ketcham, PM5, LD1
In this high-tech and fast-paced world, making deliberate connections with people is vital to our success and even our mental well-being.
Can you create a connection with someone in just seven seconds? First impressions happen quickly, but they last a long time! They establish a feeling and set the tone for the rest of the conversation.
In this session, you’ll learn three proven elements to create a positive first impression that will last! Whether you’re meeting over the phone, on a video call, or in-person, you can create a strong connection in the first seven seconds! Join us to learn how!
Speaking Differently Together
Presented by: Sravanthi Vallampati, DTM
Do you struggle to understand someone because he/she speaks differently or holds values that are different from yours? Do you believe the world would be a better place if only we took the time to understand its people? Do you wish to feel empowered no matter where you are or who you are speaking to?
In this session, learn how you can be intentional about recognizing and respecting our “diverse ways of being:”
- Understand Cultural Diversity
- Learn to honor diversity and celebrate our cultural expressions
- Explore ways to promote conversation at home, at work, and in the community
- Become leaders in borderless communication
With lines between geographies blurring, our need to excel in an ever-evolving world and yet be fully human is imperative. Having perspectives informed by curiosity, empathy, and understanding can empower us to succeed.
Afternoon Breakout Sessions
“I AM”
Get ready to embrace what makes you unique and original! In this exciting session, you will get one minute to share your “I AM” statements. You will notice that when the statements start, they may describe physical attributes, or things people already see. As you dig deeper, you realize that what makes you unique also defines your story. Each of your “I AM” statements should celebrate you as an individual!
And when you listen to other “I AM” statements, you will be able to show your support, particularly for those you relate to!
Two Truths and a Lie
Get ready to share three statements about you. Two of these statements will be true, and one will be a fib! After sharing all three statements, the group will vote for the statement they think is a lie. You will then reveal which statements are true, and which one is not. Within your 90 seconds, you can share a quick story about any of your statements.
Empower My Voice: Table Topics
Do you love Table Topics? Well then this session is for you! This Table Topics session will be engaging and focused on empowering diverse voices.