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A Manager's Guide to Change: How to Overcome Resistance and Deliver Results

October 16, 2024 with Barbara Trautlein
Live at Fiorella's Event Space in Kansas City
IN-PERSON EVENT
Your ability to lead change initiatives has a significant impact on the performance and engagement of your team, and your career progress. But leading successful change requires more than just skills in project management. The real key to leading change that sticks is...people.
Book by Barbara Trautlein
 

Influence to Impact: Leveraging Interpersonal Power for Women Leaders

November 05, 2024 with Dr. Jeanne Porter King
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
Influence is a crucial competency that enables leaders to succeed in the global marketplace. This program is a highly interactive, leadership development workshop for women. In this program, women come to understand the three levels of power involved in influencing, they discover their I2I (Influence to Impact) Influence Profile, they are taught th...
Book by Dr. Jeanne Porter King
Book by Dr. Jeanne Porter King

Communicating with Influence and Impact

November 12, 2024 with Stacey Hanke
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
In today's virtual, in-person, and hybrid world, communicating with influence is harder and more critical than it's ever been. How you communicate determines whether others see you as credible, knowledgeable, and trustworthy. Without doing this effectively, you inhibit your maximum potential to influence, increase profits, and cultivate long-term r...
Book by Stacey Hanke
Book by Stacey Hanke

How To Think Strategically And Make An Impact

November 14, 2024 with Dr. Michael Roberto
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
Strategic thinking is a rare and valuable competency that is needed at all levels of the organization. It is the number one development requirement for the next generation of leaders. Those who have it will see more opportunities for contribution and for advancement. This program will help you develop a foundational understanding of strategy, enabl...
Book by Dr. Michael Roberto
Book by Dr. Michael Roberto

The Ultimate Career Management Tools for Today's Professionals

November 19, 2024 with William Arruda
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
In this powerful, interactive program you will learn what makes both WFH and in office professionals power up what makes them unique and compelling. Discover the secrets of an engaging, thought provoking three step process to reveal, express and amplify the best image of yourself.
Book by William Arruda
Book by William Arruda

Dealing with Difficult People: Turn Tension into Collaboration

November 21, 2024 with Dr. Michelle Brody
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
Difficult colleagues show up at work in many forms and lead to frustration and lower productivity. What can be done about a micromanaging, undermining, uncooperative or thwarting colleague? Team members, who get impossibly defensive when you try to offer feedback? The intuitive methods leaders use to manage "difficult coworkers" often bac...
Book by Dr. Michelle Brody
Book by Dr. Michelle Brody

Misbelief: What makes Rational People Believe Irrational Things

November 26, 2024 with Dan Ariely
VIRTUAL SESSION (1-HOUR)
Misinformation is an issue that affects us all on a daily basis. It manifests in various forms, from social media to politics, and even in our personal relationships. Although we are aware of the dangers that misinformation can cause, it is a complex problem that cannot be solved by merely policing social media.
Book by Dan Ariely
Book by Dan Ariely

Powerful Communication: Craft and Deliver your Message with Authority and Authenticity

December 03, 2024 with Dr. Debbye Turner Bell
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
Effective communication can impress people but powerful communication can move people to action. This program identifies the elements of powerful communication and teaches you how to harness and utilize your individual skills to become a communicator that persuades, inspires, and transforms. Expect a highly interactive program with group exercises,...
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Power up Your Day: Master Time and Focus to Boost Productivity

December 05, 2024 with Bill Williams
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
Are you feeling overwhelmed and exhausted at the end of the day and wondering when you'll get all your 'stuff' done? Bill Williams will deliver a high-energy, three-hour program that will allow you to own your time. Do you know what's truly important to you? You certainly know what's urgent. Understand the difference between urgent and important.
Book by Bill Williams

Powerful Tools for Handling Workplace Challenges and Tough Conversations.

December 10, 2024 with Karin Hurt and David Dye
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
In a high-pressure environment, it's easy for a simple conversation to ignite into a full-blown conflict. But what if you could diffuse the tension before it escalates? Unlock the power of care-filled words to enhance your credibility, navigate sensitive topics, and establish your reputation as a highly skilled communicator.
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Leading Like Legends: Hollywood's Lessons in Leadership

December 12, 2024 with Dr. Robert Bies
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
This program delves into the essence of exceptional leadership through the portrayal of iconic figures in silver screen history. Inspired by legendary Hollywood movies, it equips participants with invaluable insights and tangible strategies to elevate their leadership skills.
Book by Dr. Robert Bies

From Achievement to Fulfillment: Navigating the Path of Success

December 17, 2024 with Dr. Marshall Goldsmith
VIRTUAL SESSION (1-HOUR)
Life is a delicate balance between achieving personal fulfillment and avoiding regret. This balance is influenced by six fundamental factors: purpose, meaning, achievement, relationships, engagement, and happiness. The ultimate goal is to live an "Earned Life" where every decision, risk, and effort aligns with a higher purpose, regardless of the ou...
Book by Dr. Marshall Goldsmith
Book by Dr. Marshall Goldsmith

Think Remarkable: 9 Paths to Transform Your Life and Make a Difference

January 16, 2025 with Guy Kawasaki
VIRTUAL SESSION (1-HOUR)
The goal of this program is to help you make the leap from average to exceptional and start living the remarkable life you were meant to lead. Legendary tech leader and New York Times best-selling author Guy Kawasaki will share invaluable knowledge from more than 40 years of working with game-changing organizations such as Apple, Canva, Google, Mer...
Book by Guy Kawasaki

Strategic Thinking and Planning to Maximize Leadership Performance

January 21, 2025 with Rich Horwath
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
Are you and your team strategic? The answer can make or break your business. A study of more than 10,000 senior executives showed that the #1 most important leadership behavior critical to individual and organizational success is "being strategic."
Book by Rich Horwath
Book by Rich Horwath

Elevate Your Leadership Skills to Improve Connection, Motivation and Results

January 23, 2025 with Dr. Nicole Price
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
This seminar will equip you with essential skills and insights to enhance your leadership effectiveness and foster a positive work environment. Discover strategies to: Inspire and motivate your team. Foster trust and collaboration. Understand and influence team behavior. Create a positive work environment that gets results.  
Book by Dr. Nicole Price
Book by Dr. Nicole Price

Redefining presence: Unlocking the secrets to leadership and influence

January 28, 2025 with Lida Citroen
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
In our rapidly evolving world, the traditional concept of executive presence has given way to a more inclusive and outcome-focused perspective. No longer is the spotlight solely on exuding gravitas, articulating with scripted eloquence, and adhering to a specific image of authority.
Book by Lida Citroen
Book by Lida Citroen

Focus Driven Leadership: Critical Skills for Success

January 30, 2025 with Dr. Andrew Shatte
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
This program is designed to help current and emerging leaders master the critical competencies of focus, resilience and problem solving; enabling them to stay laser-focused on achieving their goals. Leveraging cutting-edge insights from Dr. Shatté’s groundbreaking work, this program will equip you with the tools to identify and overcom...
Book by Dr. Andrew Shatte
Book by Dr. Andrew Shatte

Becoming a Catalyst: How to Change Anyone's Mind

February 06, 2025 with Dr. Jonah Berger
VIRTUAL SESSION (1-HOUR)
Everyone has something they want to change. Successful change agents know that it's not about pushing harder or providing more information; it's about being a catalyst. Catalysts remove roadblocks and reduce the barriers to change. Instead of asking, "How could I change someone's mind?" they ask a different question: "Why haven't they changed alre...
Book by Dr. Jonah Berger
Book by Dr. Jonah Berger

Working Smart: Managing Priorities and Mastering Workflow

February 11, 2025 with Dr. Jason Womack
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
Your work days are different now. There's as much (or more) to do as always, and to add to the pressure you feel, uncertain times lay ahead. Some priorities you are managing because they are in your job description. Other priories have been thrust upon you, while you handle the daily workflow of email in between attending phone and video meetings. ...
Book by Dr. Jason Womack
Book by Dr. Jason Womack

A Leader's Playbook: Emotional Intelligence, Engaging Feedback, Clear Communication

February 13, 2025 with Christine Comaford
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
Most leaders miss that how we use our attention (or lack of) has a 50-70% emotional impact on our team, for better or worse. Leaders who learn to leverage this simple principle wisely can significantly improve their team's performance. This program will help you achieve this by increasing your capabilities in three key areas:
Book by Christine Comaford
Book by Christine Comaford

Difficult Conversations: A Managers Guide To The Toughest Workplace And Employee Challenges

February 20, 2025 with Margaret Morford
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
This program teaches essential skills which every manager needs to succeed. Learn proven strategies for having courageous conversations to tackle the toughest workplace and employee issues. Discover how to address performance problems and provide feedback with candor and grace. Become comfortable having difficult conversations.
Book by Margaret Morford
Book by Margaret Morford

Increase Your Impact: Influencing And Inspiring Others

February 25, 2025 with Ty Bennett
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
Consider the adage, "Old ways won't open new doors." The world of work has shifted and leading with power and trading on titles is no longer effective. In their place, partnership, communication, inclusion, and connection have become the game-changers. To stay current in a rapidly changing world, leaders need to learn how to "open ne...
Book by Ty Bennett
Book by Ty Bennett

Becoming a Leader: Strategies & Tools for New & Emerging Leaders

February 27, 2025 with Dr. Ellen Burts-Cooper
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
This program focuses on equipping managers with the knowledge and tools they need to manage people effectively and increase productivity in their areas of responsibility. Participants explore basic managerial concepts, discuss common situations and challenges, and learn how to apply specific strategies and tools to manage people successfully.
Book by Dr. Ellen Burts-Cooper
Book by Dr. Ellen Burts-Cooper

The Miracle Morning: Guaranteed to Transform Your Life (Before 8am)

March 06, 2025 with Hal Elrod
VIRTUAL SESSION (1-HOUR)
Hal Elrod's "The Miracle Morning" is a riveting journey into the transformative power of intentional morning routines. With charisma and insight, Hal captivates audiences as he shares his personal story of overcoming adversity and achieving extraordinary success through the simple yet profound practice of starting each day with purpose. Drawing fro...
Book by Hal Elrod

Leadership Tactics to Increase Engagement, Efficiency and Results

March 11, 2025 with Dr. Cory Scheer
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
When it comes to leadership, there is no one size or one style that fits all situations. For over 50 years, Situational Leadership has proven to be a framework that transforms leaders, teams, and organizations. Situational Leadership is so effective because it encourages and equips the leader to adapt their style of leadership based on the competen...
Book by Dr. Cory Scheer

Breakthrough Ideas: Becoming a More Strategic Thinker

March 13, 2025 with Dr. Julia Sloan
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
The highly interactive program starts by exploring an unconventional model of the cognitive clusters that underpin strategic thinking. It then covers the five essential attributes of strategic thinkers and ends by examining the process of enhancing strategic thinking at both an individual and team level.
Book by Dr. Julia Sloan
Book by Dr. Julia Sloan

Leadership Presence: Sending All the Right Signals

March 18, 2025 with Dr. Carol Kinsey Goman
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
Leadership presence is that elusive quality that sets you up for the next promotion and gives your career an extra boost. It's a blending of personal and interpersonal communication skills that when combined, send all the right signals. It's the impact you make when you show up and contribute in meetings. It's knowing how to project confidence and ...
Book by Dr. Carol Kinsey Goman
Book by Dr. Carol Kinsey Goman

Equipping Women Leaders to Own Their Brilliance

March 20, 2025 with Candace Doby
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
Women leaders at every level have more pressure on them than ever to produce efficient results, show value that can't be duplicated by artificial intelligence and build skills that help position their organizations for growth in the future. Taking risks to speak up with divergent ideas, challenge old ways of doing things, ask for help or say "I don...
Book by Candace Doby

Dealing with Difficult People: Bringing Out the Best in Others

March 27, 2025 with Dr. Rick Brinkman
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
This program is based on the best selling McGraw-Hill book Dealing with People You Can't Stand: How to Bring Out the Best in People at Their Worst, co-authored by Dr. Rick Brinkman and Dr. Rick Kirschner, which has been translated into 25 languages.
Book by Dr. Rick Brinkman
Book by Dr. Rick Brinkman

From Player to Coach: Making the Successful Transition to Management

April 03, 2025 with Dr. Michael Woodward
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
The transition from star player to team coach is a tremendous leap. All too often new managers are thrown into challenging circumstances with limited support and resources. With the move to virtual environments, managing is more stressful than ever before.
Book by Dr. Michael Woodward
Book by Dr. Michael Woodward

Smart, not Loud: How to get Noticed at Work for all the Right Reasons

April 09, 2025 with Jessica Chen
VIRTUAL SESSION (1-HOUR)
Join global communication expert and Emmy-Award Winner, Jessica Chen at this high-impact leadership program where she will teach you how to communicate with clarity and confidence at work. Drawing from her book, "Smart, Not Loud: How to Get Noticed at Work for All the Right Reasons," she will teach you how to get into a communication confidence min...
Book by Jessica Chen

One Day MBA: the Critical Stuff They Don't Teach in Business School

April 15, 2025 with Lew Jaffe
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
In this interactive program from Loyola Marymount University's business professor of the year you will go beyond what the traditional MBA program teaches. Lew's presentation will focus on often under emphasized leadership tools so critical for success in your career. You will gain the power to impact the business ecosystem by using these tools.
Book by Lew Jaffe

The Changing Role Of Leadership: How Good Leaders Become Great Leaders

April 17, 2025 with Mike McCartney
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
The role of a leader is more demanding now than ever before. Success requires broader and deeper skills, especially on the human side of high performance. In this fast-paced, interactive and fun session you will learn practical skills that will make you a better leader, no matter where you are on the development spectrum.
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Leading with Emotional Intelligence

April 24, 2025 with Brenda Bailey-Hughes
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
Developing your emotional intelligence can help you succeed at any stage of your life or career. It can also help you become a better leader, mentor, and coach. In this course, Brenda Bailey-Hughes defines exactly what emotional intelligence is and how it can help you manage your emotions and build stronger relationships. Learn how to understand ot...
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Boosting Productivity: Time Management Tactics for Working Smarter

April 29, 2025 with Helene Segura
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
This transformational program is designed for busy managers, project leaders, and senior individual contributors who are looking to operate more efficiently and strategically in order to maximize productivity. Whether you're working virtually, onsite or a hybrid, bolster your leadership ability and skills when you discover these critical strategies...
Book by Helene Segura
Book by Helene Segura

Cultivating Mental Agility in a Complex World

May 01, 2025 with Dorie Clark
VIRTUAL SESSION (1-HOUR)
In today's rapidly changing business environment, the ability to adapt to new circumstances and anticipate what's coming next is more critical than ever. Executives are constantly faced with shifting market dynamics, disruptive technologies, and evolving customer expectations.
Book by Dorie Clark
Book by Dorie Clark

Mastering Tough Conversations: Communicate Best When It Matters Most

May 06, 2025 with Neil Staker
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
This program is incredibly practical and engaging. You'll learn why most approaches fail in these tough situations and gain insights into what actually works. There will be lots of opportunities to practice to ensure what you learned translates to improved results back at work. Fun, active, and incredibly engaging, this program takes solid social s...
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How to Build Your Executive Presence and Impact

May 08, 2025 with May Busch
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
Having executive presence and impact is essential for leadership and career success. This program clarifies the actionable strategies participants can put to work right away to inspire confidence, command attention, and gain the respect of senior decision-makers from the moment they enter the room (including Zoom) through to the end of the meeting.
Book by May Busch

Elevate Your Leadership: Building Character, Competence, and Resilience

May 13, 2025 with John Gronski
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
In this transformative program with Major General (retired) John Gronski, participants will have the unique opportunity to delve into the powerful methodologies outlined in his book "Iron-Sharpened Leadership."  Through a blend of theory and practical application, John will guide fellow leaders on a journey toward excellence in serva...
Book by John Gronski
Book by John Gronski

How To Think Strategically And Make An Impact

May 22, 2025 with Dr. Michael Roberto
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
Strategic thinking is a rare and valuable competency that is needed at all levels of the organization. It is the number one development requirement for the next generation of leaders. Those who have it will see more opportunities for contribution and for advancement. This program will help you develop a foundational understanding of strategy, enabl...
Book by Dr. Michael Roberto
Book by Dr. Michael Roberto

Become an Influential Communicator

May 29, 2025 with Tatiana Kolovou
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
Effective communication is a crucial skill in the business world, and this course will help you hone yours. The program covers the theory of persuasion and likability, as well as strategies for audience analysis and influential presentations.
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The Power of Instinct: The New Rules of Persuasion in Business and Life

June 03, 2025 with Leslie Zane
VIRTUAL SESSION (1-HOUR)
Award-winning Fortune 500 brand consultant and behavioral expert Leslie Zane shatters conventional wisdom, showing attendees how to tap into the hidden brain where instinct prevails, creating a powerful network of connections that drive people to buy your product, company, or vision.
Book by Leslie Zane

Empowering Women Leaders: Building Lasting Relationships and Inclusive Teams

June 05, 2025 with Sally Helgesen
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
In today's diverse workplace, building effective relationships is essential for collaboration, teamwork, and overall success. This program, led by Sally, uses vivid, real-life examples to help participants recognize common triggers that can challenge their efforts to connect with individuals who may seem different from themselves. Rather than attem...
Book by Sally Helgesen
Book by Sally Helgesen

Becoming an Uncommon Leader: Communication, Motivation, and Support

June 12, 2025 with Dr. Ellen Burts-Cooper
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
This program is perfect for all managers looking for ways to increase their effectiveness as a leader. Using riveting examples and stories, Ellen Burts-Cooper will teach the proven techniques used by uncommon leaders. Discover how to increase the results of your team by clearly communicating goals, managing priorities, delegating tasks, and buildin...
Book by Dr. Ellen Burts-Cooper
Book by Dr. Ellen Burts-Cooper

Communicating with Influence and Impact

June 17, 2025 with Stacey Hanke
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
In today's virtual, in-person, and hybrid world, communicating with influence is harder and more critical than it's ever been. How you communicate determines whether others see you as credible, knowledgeable, and trustworthy. Without doing this effectively, you inhibit your maximum potential to influence, increase profits, and cultivate long-term r...
Book by Stacey Hanke
Book by Stacey Hanke

Leading with Gratitude: Eight Leadership Practices for Extraordinary Business Results

July 01, 2025 with Chester Elton
VIRTUAL SESSION (1-HOUR)
This program unveils groundbreaking research demonstrating how mastering key leadership skills can significantly enhance employee engagement and reduce turnover. He will also explore the surprising science behind why many managers struggle with—or outright avoid—something as straightforward as expressing gratitude.
Book by Chester Elton
Book by Chester Elton

Excel in your Leadership Role: the Power of Change, Clarity and Curiosity

July 10, 2025 with Dan Pontefract
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
There are only two kinds of leadership in this world: leading self and leading others. It's that simple, only two. Your ultimate goal is to master and deliver on them both. This program will help you move towards that goal by developing your leadership capabilities in three pivotal areas.
Book by Dan Pontefract
Book by Dan Pontefract

Powerful Tools for Handling Workplace Challenges and Tough Conversations.

July 17, 2025 with Karin Hurt and David Dye
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
In a high-pressure environment, it's easy for a simple conversation to ignite into a full-blown conflict. But what if you could diffuse the tension before it escalates? Unlock the power of care-filled words to enhance your credibility, navigate sensitive topics, and establish your reputation as a highly skilled communicator.
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Working Smart: Managing Priorities and Mastering Workflow

July 22, 2025 with Dr. Jason Womack
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
Your work days are different now. There's as much (or more) to do as always, and to add to the pressure you feel, uncertain times lay ahead. Some priorities you are managing because they are in your job description. Other priories have been thrust upon you, while you handle the daily workflow of email in between attending phone and video meetings. ...
Book by Dr. Jason Womack
Book by Dr. Jason Womack

Building Extraordinary, High-Performing Teams That Achieve Lasting Success

August 14, 2025 with Dr. Iris Firstenberg
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
In 2004, the USA Men's Olympic Basketball team, despite having an abundance of top-tier talent, experienced a shocking loss and barely secured a bronze medal. This failure revealed a critical issue faced by many organizations: success is not guaranteed by talent alone. Instead, a lack of team alignment and accountability often leads to underperform...
Book by Dr. Iris Firstenberg
Book by Dr. Iris Firstenberg

Be the Leader that People Will Follow

August 19, 2025 with Dr. Robert Bies
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
In these most challenging times, people are looking for leadership. They are looking to you for leadership. There are three core leadership skills that are critical to be the leader that people will want to follow-building trust, storytelling, and delivering bad news. In these times of turbulent change, building trust is more important than ever. T...
Book by Dr. Robert Bies

Powerful Communication: Craft and Deliver your Message with Authority and Authenticity

August 26, 2025 with Dr. Debbye Turner Bell
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
Effective communication can impress people but powerful communication can move people to action. This program identifies the elements of powerful communication and teaches you how to harness and utilize your individual skills to become a communicator that persuades, inspires, and transforms. Expect a highly interactive program with group exercises,...
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Embracing the Future of Work in a Rapidly Evolving World

September 04, 2025 with Dr. Jake Sotiriadis
VIRTUAL SESSION (1-HOUR)
In this insightful one-hour conversation, Dr. Jake Sotiriadis, a globally recognized expert in strategic foresight and innovation, will delve into the profound changes reshaping the future of work. As technological advancements, geopolitical shifts, and generational expectations collide, the modern workplace is undergoing rapid transformation. Jake...
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Authentic Leadership: Build Trust, Resolve Conflicts, And Inspire Others

September 09, 2025 with Mike Robbins
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
Authenticity is critical to success and effectiveness for 21st-century leaders. Now more than ever, it's essential for leaders to build authentic relationships to build trust, resolve conflicts, and create a true sense of inspiration and unity for their teams and organizations. This interactive program is filled with insight and practical technique...
Book by Mike Robbins
Book by Mike Robbins

Mastering Tough Conversations: Communicate Best When It Matters Most

September 16, 2025 with Neil Staker
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
This program is incredibly practical and engaging. You'll learn why most approaches fail in these tough situations and gain insights into what actually works. There will be lots of opportunities to practice to ensure what you learned translates to improved results back at work. Fun, active, and incredibly engaging, this program takes solid social s...
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Influence to Impact: Leveraging Interpersonal Power for Women Leaders

September 25, 2025 with Dr. Jeanne Porter King
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
Influence is a crucial competency that enables leaders to succeed in the global marketplace. This program is a highly interactive, leadership development workshop for women. In this program, women come to understand the three levels of power involved in influencing, they discover their I2I (Influence to Impact) Influence Profile, they are taught th...
Book by Dr. Jeanne Porter King
Book by Dr. Jeanne Porter King

Boosting Productivity: Time Management Tactics for Working Smarter

September 30, 2025 with Helene Segura
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
This transformational program is designed for busy managers, project leaders, and senior individual contributors who are looking to operate more efficiently and strategically in order to maximize productivity. Whether you're working virtually, onsite or a hybrid, bolster your leadership ability and skills when you discover these critical strategies...
Book by Helene Segura
Book by Helene Segura

Difficult Conversations: A Managers Guide To The Toughest Workplace And Employee Challenges

October 07, 2025 with Margaret Morford
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
This program teaches essential skills which every manager needs to succeed. Learn proven strategies for having courageous conversations to tackle the toughest workplace and employee issues. Discover how to address performance problems and provide feedback with candor and grace. Become comfortable having difficult conversations.
Book by Margaret Morford
Book by Margaret Morford

Becoming a Leader: Strategies & Tools for New & Emerging Leaders

October 09, 2025 with Dr. Ellen Burts-Cooper
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
This program focuses on equipping managers with the knowledge and tools they need to manage people effectively and increase productivity in their areas of responsibility. Participants explore basic managerial concepts, discuss common situations and challenges, and learn how to apply specific strategies and tools to manage people successfully.
Book by Dr. Ellen Burts-Cooper
Book by Dr. Ellen Burts-Cooper

How to Build Your Executive Presence and Impact

October 14, 2025 with May Busch
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
Having executive presence and impact is essential for leadership and career success. This program clarifies the actionable strategies participants can put to work right away to inspire confidence, command attention, and gain the respect of senior decision-makers from the moment they enter the room (including Zoom) through to the end of the meeting.
Book by May Busch

Leadership Tactics to Increase Engagement, Efficiency and Results

October 23, 2025 with Dr. Cory Scheer
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
When it comes to leadership, there is no one size or one style that fits all situations. For over 50 years, Situational Leadership has proven to be a framework that transforms leaders, teams, and organizations. Situational Leadership is so effective because it encourages and equips the leader to adapt their style of leadership based on the competen...
Book by Dr. Cory Scheer

Increase Your Impact: Influencing And Inspiring Others

October 30, 2025 with Ty Bennett
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
Consider the adage, "Old ways won't open new doors." The world of work has shifted and leading with power and trading on titles is no longer effective. In their place, partnership, communication, inclusion, and connection have become the game-changers. To stay current in a rapidly changing world, leaders need to learn how to "open ne...
Book by Ty Bennett
Book by Ty Bennett

Breakthrough Ideas: Becoming a More Strategic Thinker

November 04, 2025 with Dr. Julia Sloan
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
The highly interactive program starts by exploring an unconventional model of the cognitive clusters that underpin strategic thinking. It then covers the five essential attributes of strategic thinkers and ends by examining the process of enhancing strategic thinking at both an individual and team level.
Book by Dr. Julia Sloan
Book by Dr. Julia Sloan

Most Powerful You: How Women Leaders Close Power Gaps & Reach Their Highest Potential

November 06, 2025 with Kathy Caprino
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
The business world has been forever changed by the important progress and contributions that women have made. Yet, with only 36% of managerial roles and 28% of C-suite positions being held by women, women continue to struggle to achieve the recognition, reward, respect, contribution level and authority they have earned and are prepared for.
Book by Kathy Caprino
Book by Kathy Caprino

Communicating with Influence and Impact

November 18, 2025 with Stacey Hanke
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
In today's virtual, in-person, and hybrid world, communicating with influence is harder and more critical than it's ever been. How you communicate determines whether others see you as credible, knowledgeable, and trustworthy. Without doing this effectively, you inhibit your maximum potential to influence, increase profits, and cultivate long-term r...
Book by Stacey Hanke
Book by Stacey Hanke

From Player to Coach: Making the Successful Transition to Management

December 02, 2025 with Dr. Michael Woodward
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
The transition from star player to team coach is a tremendous leap. All too often new managers are thrown into challenging circumstances with limited support and resources. With the move to virtual environments, managing is more stressful than ever before.
Book by Dr. Michael Woodward
Book by Dr. Michael Woodward

Powerful Communication: Craft and Deliver your Message with Authority and Authenticity

December 04, 2025 with Dr. Debbye Turner Bell
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
Effective communication can impress people but powerful communication can move people to action. This program identifies the elements of powerful communication and teaches you how to harness and utilize your individual skills to become a communicator that persuades, inspires, and transforms. Expect a highly interactive program with group exercises,...
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Leading Like Legends: Hollywood's Lessons in Leadership

December 11, 2025 with Dr. Robert Bies
VIRTUAL SESSION (3-HOUR)
This program delves into the essence of exceptional leadership through the portrayal of iconic figures in silver screen history. Inspired by legendary Hollywood movies, it equips participants with invaluable insights and tangible strategies to elevate their leadership skills.
Book by Dr. Robert Bies

Motivating Excellence: The Science Of Fostering Passion, Loyalty And Top Performance

December 16, 2025 with Dr. Ron Friedman
VIRTUAL SESSION (1-HOUR)
How do you motivate others to produce their best work? For generations, leaders have received conflicting advice. But now, thanks to groundbreaking new research, we have clear, data-driven insights into the factors that generate employee engagement and sustain performance over the long term.
Book by Dr. Ron Friedman
Book by Dr. Ron Friedman
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