D.A.R.E to Have a DEI Conversation: The Formula For Conversational Competence
Companies have spent billions of dollars on DEI education and still, no one is really talking about DEI. Sure, we know the dimensions of diversity, and what unconscious bias is. We know all of the right words but we don't know how to say them. In our efforts to educate on DEI, we missed something. We missed the importance of conversational competence in the formula for change around DEI. People need a formula to have these tough, uncomfortable conversations. Formulas increase the likelihood of success and this session will provide the needed formula for productive DEI conversations.
Learning Objectives:
- Learn the formula for conversational competence that can be used in many scenarios.
- Hear what you should be talking about related to DEI.
- Discover how to guide others through difficult conversations.
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Dethra U. Giles

Discover the extraordinary journey of Dethra U. Giles, the visionary force behind ExecuPrep, pioneering leadership development and organizational transformation. Rooted in education, performance optimization, and HR, Dethra empowers individuals, teams, and organizations to surpass their expectations. With degrees in English, Spanish, Business and Conflict Management, she blends communication and cultural understanding seamlessly. As a respected faculty member and TEDx speaker, her influence resonates globally, shaping inclusive cultures in corporate giants like LVMH and the EPA. Dethra's compassion fuels her advocacy for social justice, while her writings and media presence inspire resilience and growth. With her, the future promises boundless opportunity and transformation.
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