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The Blueprint for Motivating Others
Apr
13
10:00 AM10:00

The Blueprint for Motivating Others

The key to motivating others is not a ‘one size fits all’ exercise. In fact, without the proper tools and a roadmap, navigating the attitudes, behaviors, interests, goals, and emotional needs of others can feel daunting. In this final workshop of the Spring 2021 series, you will gather the equipment you need to create a blueprint for motivating others in your personal and professional life. This virtual workshop is hosted by the United Way of the Capital Area.

Please RSVP here for registration to the fifth workshop of the Spring series.

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Communication: Aristotle to Obama
Apr
1
10:00 AM10:00

Communication: Aristotle to Obama

For thousands of years, we have attempted to nail down the ideal strategies for effective communication. From Aristotle, the father of rhetoric, to President Barack Obama, one of the finest orators of the 21st century, there are well-practiced elements of communication that we all should hone and ace. Join us as we decode what makes for good communication. This virtual workshop is hosted by the United Way of the Capital Area.

Please RSVP here for registration to the fourth workshop of the Spring series.

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Designing the Life You Want
Mar
16
10:00 AM10:00

Designing the Life You Want

For many of us, 2020 was a wake-up call of epic proportions. Without our permission, we were unplugged and untethered from our normalities and routines. Seize this opportunity to craft the life you want towards a future uniquely designed for you! Join us to learn how you can be an active designer of your personal and professional life. This virtual workshop is hosted by the United Way of the Capital Area.

Please RSVP here for registration to the third workshop of the Spring series.

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Heroes, Villains, & Victims in the Workplace
Mar
2
10:00 AM10:00

Heroes, Villains, & Victims in the Workplace

The best places to work and the highest performers are susceptible to drama in the workplace, even in entrepreneurship. Join us to learn the key factors of the “Drama Triangle” (heroes, victims, and villains) and what shifts you can make to reduce the impact of drama at work. This virtual workshop is hosted by the United Way of the Capital Area.

Please RSVP here for registration to the second workshop of the Spring series.

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The Five Hidden Rules for Success at Work
Feb
16
10:00 AM10:00

The Five Hidden Rules for Success at Work

There are various ways to find success in the workplace. However, many of the critical pathways to success are unspoken, not easily understood, and are not found in your job description. Join us to uncover the five hidden rules to accelerate your success at work. This virtual workshop is hosted by the United Way of the Capital Area.

Please RSVP here for registration to the first workshop of the Spring series.

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THE 12 HABITS LIMITING YOUR SUCCESS
Feb
25
9:00 AM09:00

THE 12 HABITS LIMITING YOUR SUCCESS

Effort, hard work, and discipline are critical to success. What’s most important to success, however, are our habits (mindsets, behaviors, attitudes, and self-talk). Join us and explore the 12 habits you are likely practicing that are limiting your success and the new habits to adopt for future success. All workshops are hosted by the United Way of the Capital Area.

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FORMULA FOR HIGH POTENTIALS
Oct
24
9:00 AM09:00

FORMULA FOR HIGH POTENTIALS

Promotions. Stretch assignments. Career transitions. Belief that you have the potential to make an impact in an organization requires intentional development. In this final workshop of the series, we will discuss the formula to reaching your full potential and the competencies leaders should be looking for in high potentials. All workshops are hosted by the United Way of the Capital Area.

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SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE IN THE WORKPLACE
Oct
10
9:00 AM09:00

SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE IN THE WORKPLACE

Navigating emotions are complicated, especially in 21st century workplaces. In this fifth of six workshops, we address theories and techniques to expand your self-awareness and understanding the emotions of others through social intelligence (SQ) and emotional intelligence (EQ). All workshops are hosted by the United Way of the Capital Area.

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PROFESSIONAL PRESENCE IN THE 21ST CENTURY
Sep
26
9:00 AM09:00

PROFESSIONAL PRESENCE IN THE 21ST CENTURY

  • United Way of the Capital Area (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

There is more to professional presence than clothing and etiquette. The right combination of personal branding and mental, social, and political awareness is critical in today's workplace. In this fourth of six workshops, we will address what's required to maintain professional presence for 21st century leaders. All workshops are hosted by the United Way of the Capital Area.

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LEADING WITHOUT AUTHORITY
Sep
12
9:00 AM09:00

LEADING WITHOUT AUTHORITY

  • United Way of the Capital Area (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Exercising leadership without formal authority or a senior title can be complicated. Authority, however, does not equate to sustainable influence. In this third of six workshops, we will address how you can exercise leadership and influence without authority. All workshops are hosted by the United Way of the Capital Area.

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THE ART & SCIENCE OF FEEDBACK
Aug
29
9:00 AM09:00

THE ART & SCIENCE OF FEEDBACK

The process of giving and receiving feedback in complicated. The emotional tax associated with feedback only adds to the complexity. In this second of seven workshops, we will address these complexities and offer techniques and methods to assist you in feedback conversations, both as receiver and giver. All workshops are hosted and presented by the United Way of the Capital Area.

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MINDSETS & MENTAL ORIENTATIONS
Aug
13
9:00 AM09:00

MINDSETS & MENTAL ORIENTATIONS

Our perspectives and mindsets impact our work, culture, and productivity. In this first of six workshops, we will discover the appropriate mindsets and orientations to thrive in any context - personal and professional. All workshops are hosted by the United Way of the Capital Area.

What is the format of the workshop?

  • 9:00am -  10:30am --> Workshop Content

  • 10:30am - 11:00am --> Optional Q & A and Professional Networking w/ Community Partners

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FORMULA FOR HIGH POTENTIALS
Apr
23
9:00 AM09:00

FORMULA FOR HIGH POTENTIALS

Promotions. Stretch assignments. Career transitions. Belief that you have the potential to make an impact in an organization requires intentional development. In this final workshop of the series, we will discuss the formula to reaching your full potential and the competencies leaders should be looking for in high potentials. All workshops are hosted by the United Way of the Capital Area.

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MENTAL ORIENTATIONS
Apr
16
9:00 AM09:00

MENTAL ORIENTATIONS

Our perspectives and mindsets impact our work, culture, and productivity. In this sixth of seven workshops, we will discover the appropriate mindsets and orientations to thrive in any context - personal and professional. All workshops are hosted by the United Way of the Capital Area.

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SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE IN THE WORKPLACE
Apr
2
9:00 AM09:00

SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE IN THE WORKPLACE

Navigating emotions are complicated, especially in 21st century workplaces. In this fifth of seven workshops, we address theories and techniques to expand your self-awareness and understanding the emotions of others through social intelligence (SQ) and emotional intelligence (EQ). All workshops are hosted by the United Way of the Capital Area.

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PROFESSIONAL PRESENCE
Mar
19
9:00 AM09:00

PROFESSIONAL PRESENCE

There is more to professional presence than clothing, manners, and etiquette. In this fourth of seven workshops, we will address the multiple facets of professional presence required in the 21st century. All workshops are hosted by the United Way of the Capital Area.

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LEADING WITHOUT AUTHORITY
Feb
19
9:00 AM09:00

LEADING WITHOUT AUTHORITY

Exercising leadership without formal authority or a senior title can be complicated. Authority, however, does not equate to sustainable influence. In this third of seven workshops, we will address how you can exercise leadership and influence without authority. All workshops are hosted by the United Way of the Capital Area.

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THE ART & SCIENCE OF FEEDBACK
Feb
5
9:00 AM09:00

THE ART & SCIENCE OF FEEDBACK

The process of giving and receiving feedback in complicated. The emotional tax associated with feedback only adds to the complexity. In this second of seven workshops, we will address these complexities and offer techniques and methods to assist you in feedback conversations, both as receiver and giver. All workshops are hosted and presented by the United Way of the Capital Area.

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4 SECRETS TO SUCCESS @ WORK
Jan
22
9:00 AM09:00

4 SECRETS TO SUCCESS @ WORK

Work is complex. In this first of seven workshops, we will address the complexities of work and the strategies to creating a pathway to success. Learn the winning secrets to immediately increase your performance and accelerate your career. All workshops are hosted and presented by the United Way of the Capital Area.

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EXECUTIVE EXECUTION
Jun
12
9:00 AM09:00

EXECUTIVE EXECUTION

This workshop is focused on developing the capacity for enterprise-level thinking, competent delegation, confident and data-driven decision-making, accountability, self-directed initiative and intrapreneurship.  Participants will explore problem-solving and empowerment skills. 

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EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP
May
22
9:00 AM09:00

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

This workshop is designed to explore the 21st century leadership context as it relates to achieving individual and organizational outcomes. Participants will build capacity to effectively analyze data, develop strategies and evaluate impact. The criticality of motivation, EQ and SQ will be examined.

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EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATION & CULTURAL COMPETENCE
Apr
17
9:00 AM09:00

EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATION & CULTURAL COMPETENCE

Executive  Communication & Cultural Competence
This workshop is focused on the techniques, tools and methods needed for effective communication, especially across lines of difference. Participants will develop executive fluency, generative listening skills and influence strategies for professional and organizational growth.

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EXECUTIVE MINDSETS
Mar
20
9:00 AM09:00

EXECUTIVE MINDSETS

This workshop is focused on exploring the connectivity between mental orientations, mindsets and productivity. Participants will learn about the roles of effort, grit, confidence and capacity building  required for 21st century leaders.

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EXECUTIVE BRANDING
Feb
20
9:00 AM09:00

EXECUTIVE BRANDING

This workshop is designed to assess and expand your executive presence. Participants will explore their personal and professional purpose, vision and goals and internalize the benefits of metacognition and executive reflection

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