The Culturally Intelligent Recruiter: How to Use Persuasion and Influence Across Generations, Cultures and Differences
Soft but significant. A new kind of leadership is needed to lead during times of uncertainty. COVID-19, race relations unrest, the great resignation – In times of uncertainty persuasion and influence are the new currency. Cultural intelligence may be a soft skill, but a must to remain relevant in 2022 and beyond. The speaker started his career as a diversity recruiter and became the first Chief of D&I at the US Coast Guard. In a fresh and entertaining style, Miguel shares 3 key principles that will equip talent acquisition leaders to embrace cultural intelligence to persuade and influence key talent. Participants will gain a 3-step framework to facilitate a talent acquisition culture that allows everyone to thrive. Through captivating stories and thought-provoking exercises, the speaker will share how to master the basics of influence and persuasion to increase diversity. This session will provide specific steps and actions you can take to gain support from others, nurture collaboration, and identify and address bias in the hiring process. Data, stories, and inclusive behaviors will take the center stage to help leaders step into the dynamic and demanding situations today and in the future.
Learning Objectives:
- How to use the power of data coupled with insightful stories to drive behavior change.
- Coaching and influencing techniques to increase inclusion in the hiring process.
- How to analyze how one’s identity shapes views, values, and perception in the workplace.
Miguel Joey Aviles
Miguel is the Chief Belonging Officer of MJA & CO, a Minority-owned consulting firm helping leaders leverage DEI as a catalyst to improve recruitment, engagement, and retention. Recognized as a LinkedIn's Top Voice in Racial Equity, Top 15 Champion of Diversity by Diversity Global Magazine, a Top 100 Executive by Diversity MBA Magazine, and featured as an Inclusion Innovator by SHRM.
Miguel served as the first civilian Chief of D&I in the history of the US Coast Guard. He started his career as diversity recruiter and for over a decade held several leadership positions in 3 major Federal Departments. Miguel is a TEDx speaker, featured at the Washington Post, the Chicago Tribune, and Telemundo.
You can learn more about him by visiting www.migueljoeyaviles.com