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CONSTRUCTIVE CONVERSATIONS
Paul Robillard, Rick Jackson
9:00 am - 10:15 am
People's ability to engage constructively with one another when there are conflicting opinions is the #1 predictor of effective leadership. If you feel at an impasse in a relationship, in your career, at home, wherever, improving your constructive conversation skills is likely the key to moving forward. Based on the principles of the NY Times bestseller CRUCIAL CONVERSATIONS, this session introduces you to the principles you need to master challenging conversations.ATTRACTING AND RETAINING EMPLOYEE TALENT: ENGAGEMENT AS A COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE
Harriett Lemer
10:45 am - 12:00 pm
Employee engagement has emerged as a critical driver of business success in today’s competitive marketplace. Engagement has the potential to significantly affect employee retention, productivity and loyalty. This session will explore how to create an environment that fosters employees who give it their all, that attracts the best recruits and that focuses on people as a competitive business advantage.PERSONALITIES IN THE WORKPLACE
Ron Einblau
1:45 pm - 3:00 pm
We can best manage what we can measure. It is possible to measure the characteristics that provide for successful interactions with others, and we can improve the effectiveness of our communication. This presentation will focus on the practical applications that the Strength Deployment Inventory can be used for in helping us get the results we want in our interactions with others.NETWORKING FOR SUCCESS
Andria Ink
3:30 pm - 4:45 pm
Even in an increasingly digital era, networking is an important skill for professionals at all levels. Face to face communication trumps e-mail, instant messaging and even the phone. Sharpen your soft skills and learn some hints and tricks on how to make the most of networking situations.
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Please note the Important Dates below:
October 27
