Schedule
2023
Sept 12: When to Quit Your Job, Make a Move, and Take the Next Leap/Angie
Sept 19: Advocating for Innovation/ Ale
Sept 26: Taking a Breath/ Julie
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Week 1; September 12th, 2023 ; @ 1pm ET/12pm CT
When to Quit Your Job, Make a Move, and Take the Next Leap
Have you asked yourself, "What's Next?" This conversation explores building your professional brand to stay, go, and grow in higher education.
Week 2; September 19th, 2023; @ 1pm ET/12pm CT
Advocating for Innovation
Accelerating Your Career Advancement Through Innovation and Disruption In the fast-paced and dynamic professional world, seizing opportunities for career growth requires a strategic blend of innovation and disruption. This session will explore how individuals can leverage these two key drivers to propel their careers forward. Come delve into the power of authenticity, cultivating a disruptive mindset, fostering creativity, and embracing change as essential elements for unlocking your full potential and achieving success in your professional journey.
Week 3; September 26th, 2023 ; @ 1pm ET/12pm CT
Taking a Breath
From our first breath when we are born to our last breath when we transition, our breath is with us. It is our constant companion, whether we think about it or not. When we intentionally focus on our inhales and our exhales, we can tap into a natural stress reliever, a present moment mindfulness tool and a simple way to become a better leader, co-worker, friend and family member. This session will introduce you to a variety of breathing techniques that you can do anytime, anywhere as well as discuss the potential of taking this focus on your breath into a regular mindful meditation practice
Week 4; October 3rd, 2023 ;@ 1pm ET/12pm CT
Negotiating for What You Want
Have you ever felt anxious, nervous, excited, angry, uncertainty when preparing for a negotiation? These feelings are very normal. During this session we will explore the relationship between emotional intelligence (EI) and negotiation. We will talk about how to be aware of our emotions before, during and after a negotiation. In addition, we will explore determining the emotions of the other person(s) involved in the negotiation. Ultimately, we want the results of the negotiation to be positive for both parties involved. Join me as we dive into emotional intelligence and negotiation tactics to get what you want.
Week 5; October 10th, 2023 ; @ 1pm ET/12pm CT
How to incorporate passion or interest (or both) into your 24/7
Too many meetings and not enough fun? We will share ways in which we carve out time for working out, singing, pickleball, golf and travel. It can be done...even if there is some blending of personal and work and/or work and personal. Time away from work allows for creativity and new perspectives. We can't wait for you to join us!
Featuring guest speaker... Shannon Beckemeyer works in project management for LabCorp. She is passionate about improving client experience through thorough and clear timelines, coordination between disparate departments within the company. Her work has led her to consider the role of technology in project management, including the use of AI, automation, and improving the client communication ecosystem. Prior to being in project management, Shannon performed PCR assays for the COVID-19 tests prevalent during 2020 and 2021.
Shannon is also an experienced professional singer who continues to work professionally regionally. Her area of interest includes modern premieres of 17th- and 18th-century Central and South American music. She holds music degrees from Indiana University's Jacobs School of Music and DePauw University, and is pursuing a master's degree from University of Wisconsin--Madison in addition to her biochemistry degree from DePauw.
Week 6; October 17th, 2023 ;@ 1pm ET/12pm CT
Having Delicate DEI Conversations
The topic of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) continues to be a contentious subject in the headlines for various reasons. Meaningful dialogue surrounding sensitive topics that could lead to understanding one another is often hindered by political rhetoric. How do you begin to broach uncomfortable conversations without appearing to be intolerant, ignorant, or insensitive? What if you inadvertently say the wrong thing and your intention is misinterpreted? What are some effective tools that you can employ to strengthen authentic communication in the workplace around controversial issues? This interactive session will equip you to initiate delicate DEI conversations with colleagues and enhance communication about sensitive topics. Mohammed Ahamed, founder and CEO of EDI Executive Search, will be a co-presenter.
Week 7; October 24th, 2023 ; @ 1pm ET/12pm CT
Adapting to a New Culture
Week 8; October 31st, 2023 ; @ 1pm ET/12pm CT
Finding a Coach That Is Right for You!
Many people ask "what is a personal coach?" and "how do I know if I need one?". This session will provide an overview of the practice of coaching and some guidelines that will help you determine whether coaching is right for you.
