Examine how unintentional biases and communication barriers affect workplace interactions and develop actionable strategies to improve decision-making and leadership.
Who Should Attend: Team members, team leaders, and supervisors/managers who oversee teams; individuals aspiring to become team leaders.
Assessed ECG SES Standards: Conflict Management; Leading Change; Leading People; Resilience; Strategic Thinking
CEU credits: 1.25
Presented by: Muta Mashack, Latetia Allen, Tracy Walker
In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, effective leadership is more crucial than ever. To stand out and achieve exceptional results, it is essential to focus on your unique strengths rather than dwelling on weaknesses.
Every leader has a unique set of strengths that make them effective. By understanding your own strengths, you can tailor your leadership style to maximize your impact. Effective leaders do not just rely on a single strength; they combine multiple strengths to create a powerful leadership style.
While it is important to focus on your strengths, it is also essential to develop a broad range of leadership competencies. This seminar will help you identify areas where you can improve and provide you with strategies for gaining competence in these areas. By developing a well-rounded leadership skillset, you can become a more versatile and effective leader.
Self-awareness is a critical component of effective leadership. By understanding yourself better, you can tailor your approach to leadership to maximize your effectiveness.
By the end of this seminar, you will have the tools and knowledge you need to elevate your leadership, inspire your teams, and drive organizational success. Do not miss this opportunity to unlock your full potential as a leader.
At the end of the seminar, attendees will:
1. Identify your core leadership strengths.
2. Learn how to combine your strengths to create a powerful leadership style.
3. Develop a well-rounded leadership skillset.
4. Gain a deeper understanding of your own strengths, weaknesses, and leadership preferences.
5. Tailor your leadership approach to maximize your effectiveness.
Who Should Attend: Managers and those moving up to manager positions, anyone in formal leadership roles with direct reports (supervisors, managers, branch chiefs, etc.)
Assessed ECG SES Standards: Accountability; Continual Learning; Decisiveness; Results Driven; Integrity/Honesty; Interpersonal Skills
CEU credits: 1.25
Presented by: Kisha Horne, Adrienne Somerville, Darryle Stephens, Antoinette Rodgers
As organizations become increasingly collaborative, the nature of teamwork has evolved significantly. Today, team leaders often find themselves managing virtual teams across various time zones, navigating home-office distractions, and addressing a range of personal challenges their team members may face. In this dynamic workplace, effective leadership requires a blend of traditional and modern skills to drive results and foster a supportive team workplace.
This course is designed to equip you with essential skills for leading and participating in today’s varied and remote teams. You will explore the stages of team development, learn practical teamwork strategies, and familiarize yourself with collaboration tools that enhance productivity and cohesion. The seminar emphasizes creating a facilitative workplace by empowering team members to make decisions at all levels, which can significantly strengthen team dynamics and engagement.
Additionally, you will gain insights into promoting a compassionate and caring approach, ensuring that team members feel supported and valued. Join us to develop the capabilities needed to lead your team effectively, achieve organizational goals, and build a resilient, collaborative workplace.
At the end of the seminar, attendees will:
1. Learn techniques to guide your team through each phase to ensure growth and cohesion.
2. Discover methods to enhance collaboration, manage virtual interactions, and overcome familiar challenges in a modern workplace.
3. Learn how to leverage resources to improve productivity, streamline communication, and maintain team cohesion across different time zones and locations.
4. Understand how to empower team members to exercise decision-making authority at all levels, fostering a sense of ownership and engagement.
5. Learn how to address personal challenges faced by team members and ensure they feel supported and valued.
6. Enhance your leadership capabilities to effectively navigate the complexities of modern teamwork and achieve organizational goals.
Who Should Attend: Team members, team leaders, and supervisors/managers who oversee teams; individuals aspiring to become team leaders.
Assessed ECG SES Standards: Conflict Management; Continual Learning; Influencing/Negotiating; Interpersonal Skills; Public Service Motivation; Team Building
CEU credits: 1.25
Presented by: Jermaine Mazant, Edwardo Gillison, Dominique Hinton, Brandi Carr
Emotional intelligence (EQ) is a vital set of skills that enables individuals to understand, manage, and utilize emotions effectively, both personally and interpersonally. For leaders, high EQ translates into superior interpersonal skills and stronger relationships, which are crucial for personal and career success. Leaders with elevated EQ are better equipped to enhance employee engagement by connecting with their team on an emotional level, understanding their needs, and motivating them effectively. They are also adept at recognizing how their own emotions influence their team, allowing them to manage their responses and interactions in ways that promote a positive workplace.
Conflict resolution is another area where high EQ proves invaluable; emotionally intelligent leaders can navigate disputes with empathy and tact, fostering constructive resolutions and maintaining team cohesion.
Improved communication is another significant benefit of high EQ, as it helps leaders convey their messages more clearly, listen actively, and build trust with their team members. This clarity and understanding contribute to increased productivity and creativity, as employees feel more valued and supported.
Importantly, emotional intelligence is not a static trait, but a skill set that can be developed and refined over time. With dedication, commitment, and practice, leaders can enhance their EQ, thereby strengthening their leadership capabilities and creating a more engaged, productive, and innovative workplace.
At the end of the seminar, attendees will:
1. Discover techniques to connect with your team on an emotional level, understanding their needs, and motivating them effectively.
2. Develop skills to manage your responses and interactions in ways that foster a positive and supportive workplace.
3. Learn how to approach disputes with empathy and tact, foster constructive resolutions and maintain team cohesion.
4. Explore ways to improve clarity and understanding within your team.
5. Discover how an emotionally intelligent leadership approach contributes to increased productivity and creativity by making employees feel valued and supported.
Who Should Attend: Managers and those moving up to manager positions, anyone in formal leadership roles with direct reports (supervisors, managers, branch chiefs, etc.)
Assessed ECG SES Standards: Decisiveness; Emotional Intelligence; Interpersonal Skills; Resilience; Team Building
CEU credits: 1.25
Presented by: Markeeva Morgan, Sondia Christian, Maia Brooks, David Newport
While considerable progress has been made in leadership, substantial work remains. This course is designed to help you take the crucial first step: examining and enhancing your own approach to leadership.
Throughout this dynamic seminar, you will explore what it means to lead from “the inside out.” Begin by reflecting on your own biases, mindsets, beliefs, and behaviors to identify areas for growth. Using tools like systems mapping, you will evaluate the organizational systems and structures that impact your team, identifying necessary changes to foster various perspectives.
In a supportive learning workplace, you will confront real-life challenges, develop, and practice the skills essential for promoting teams, systems, and accessible policies. By the end of the seminar, you will be better equipped to lead in a way that supports the ongoing advancement of leadership, making a meaningful impact within your organization and beyond.
At the end of the seminar, attendees will:
1. Identify the underlying causes of complex leadership challenges by analyzing systems and mindsets that obstruct progress.
2. Examine actions required to advance towards various perspectives.
3. Determine real-life leadership challenges and analyze them from organizational, team, and individual perspectives.
4. Discuss organizational and leadership issues, including behaviors, loyalties, biases, and values, which need to be examined or adjusted to support sustained change.
Who Should Attend: Team members, team leaders, and supervisors/managers who oversee teams; individuals aspiring to become team leaders.
Assessed ECG SES Standards: Conflict Management; Leading Change; Leading People; Resilience; Strategic Thinking
Presented by: Jenna Flack, Ryan Fuller, Margaret Williams, Marcus Canady
In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, organizations are increasingly becoming varied and multi-generational. This shift presents both opportunities and challenges for leaders who seek to create a high-performing and engaged workforce. To effectively manage a varied and multi-generational team, exceptional leadership is essential.
One of the primary challenges facing leaders is ensuring that all employees feel valued, motivated, and satisfied with their work. With so many competing demands and varying perspectives, it can be difficult to foster a workplace of engagement that resonates with everyone. However, by understanding the unique needs and expectations of different generations, leaders can create a more wide-ranging and supportive workplace.
This course is designed to help you develop a targeted action plan for keeping your workforce happy and performing at their best. By understanding what drives employee engagement, you can implement strategies that promote job satisfaction, motivation, and productivity. By investing in employee engagement, leaders can create a more positive, productive, and innovative organization.
At the end of the seminar, attendees will:
1. Explore the unique characteristics and preferences of different generations, and how to leverage their strengths to create a high-performing team.
2. Learn how to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best.
3. Develop effective communication strategies that encourage collaboration, transparency, and feedback.
4. Offer professional development programs and mentorship opportunities to help employees reach their full potential.
5. Implement a performance management system that rewards employees for their contributions and motivates them to strive for excellence.
Who Should Attend: Human capital officers, senior managers, supervisors, team leaders, and other non-management specialists interested in boosting employee retention and maintaining high work performance:
Assessed ECG SES Standards: Developing Others; Influencing/Negotiating; Team Building; Vision
Presented by: Joseph Bonivel, Monique Farrell, Daphney Chery, Keron Taylor
Even with advanced crisis prevention and strategic planning, unexpected predicaments can challenge even the most robust plans. As a leader, being prepared for such scenarios is crucial. This seminar provides essential guidance for handling complex, unforeseen situations with confidence.
Through a blend of examples, interactive exercises, and simulations, you will gain practical insights into effective crisis management. The course is designed to help you identify and leverage your personal strengths in interpersonal interactions during high-pressure situations. You will learn strategies for managing relationships and maintaining clear communication before, during, and after a crisis.
By engaging in real-world scenarios and simulations, you will develop a deeper understanding of how to navigate crises while preserving team cohesion and organizational stability. This course equips you with the tools and skills needed to lead effectively through turbulence, ensuring that you can adapt and respond proactively when the unexpected arises.
At the end of the seminar, attendees will:
1. Learn strategic methods for managing risk and analyzing critical information, enhancing your ability to identify emergency situations and recognize personal biases under pressure.
2. Understand the benefits of sharing your crisis leadership experiences to build a valuable cross-agency network that provides ongoing support and collaboration.
3. Develop strategies for managing the latest information effectively, enabling you to make well-informed decisions quickly when time is of the essence.
4. Discover how strengthening team building, development, and decision-making capabilities can help meet the heightened demands of crisis situations and drive successful outcomes.
Who Should Attend: Professionals involved in crisis pre-incident planning, response, recovery, or mitigation.
Assessed ECG SES Standards: Decisiveness; Influencing/Negotiating; Problem Solving; Resilience; Team Building
CEU credits: 1.25
Presented by: Alessia Grijalva, Patricia Coons-Wallace, Todd Frech, Damaris Jackson
The rise of remote work has transformed the way we collaborate and communicate. As hybrid work models become increasingly prevalent, leaders are faced with the challenge of effectively managing teams that operate both in-person and remotely.
One of the key challenges in leading hybrid teams is fostering a sense of connection and belonging. While virtual tools can facilitate communication, it is essential to create opportunities for informal interactions and team-building activities. Regular check-ins, virtual coffee breaks, and virtual team-building events can help to strengthen relationships and maintain a positive team workplace.
Another important aspect of leading hybrid teams is effective communication. Clear and consistent communication is essential for ensuring that everyone is on the same page and that information is shared equally. Leaders should establish regular communication channels, such as weekly team meetings or email updates, and encourage open and honest communication among team members.
Additionally, it is crucial to provide the necessary tools and support for hybrid teams to succeed. This includes investing in technology that enables seamless collaboration and providing training on how to use these tools effectively. It is also important to ensure that team members have access to the resources and support they need to be successful, regardless of their location. By addressing these challenges and implementing effective strategies, leaders can create a positive and productive workplace for their hybrid teams.
At the end of the seminar, attendees will:
1. Discover key behaviors to improve communication and collaboration, ensuring that all team members function seamlessly together.
2. Explore activities and methods that bridge the gap between remote and in-person interactions, enhancing collective problem-solving and idea generation.
3. Understand the role of empathy in cultivating trust and psychological safety.
4. Learn how to tailor communication strategies to meet the many needs of a hybrid team.
5. Explore motivational techniques that encourage commitment and high performance by focusing on outcomes and personal responsibility.
6. Develop a forward-looking mindset that strengthens your team’s resilience, allowing them to thrive in change.
Who Should Attend: Managers, supervisors, team leaders, and others with leadership responsibilities for remote or hybrid teams.
Assessed ECG SES Standards: Accountability; Collaboration; Conflict Management; Developing Others; Emotional Intelligence; Influencing/Negotiating; Interpersonal Skills; Oral Communication; Team Building
CEU credits: 1.25
Presented by: Ruby Miller, Reese Free, Jennifer Ard
Innovation happens when we cultivate the expansive STEM research taking place on our college campuses that ultimately becomes part of our nation’s industrial fabric and our daily lives. We sow. We reap. We grow. Nowhere is this more evident than in the multicultural richness of Historically Black Colleges and Universities. HBCUs have a long legacy of research innovation that provides answers to pivotal questions and provides solutions to problems. An evening with BEYA’s Leading Voices celebrates STEM Innovators, four experts in their fields who deliver thought-provoking Tech Talks that enlighten and challenge conventional thinking.
Presented by: Erin Lynch, James DeBardelaben, Victor McCrary, Pamela McCauley, Michelle Penn-Marshall
Presented by: Treniece Terry, Anthony Smith, Ja-Neen Owens, Edward Lee
Presented by: Miriam Thomas, Janelle Jackson, Kevin Norton, Korie Grayson, Michelle Van Lare
Presented by: Paul Sullivan, Ernest Smiley, Talitha Washington, Bertha Haro, Joye Gibson
