If Leadership is a Game, These are the Rules
The human resources leader is a key link between management and the employee workforce, and effective leadership matters in today’s ever-changing world. Whether you’re looking to improve your core leadership skills or need the insights and tools to implement change in your organization, IF LEADERSHIP IS A GAME, THESE ARE THE RULES is explicitly designed to address critical needs at specific career stages and help you maximize your impact. Human Resource Professionals will be given the tools to lead in the post-pandemic era and gain insight into their strengths or development areas. You will learn how to garner a positive working relationship with your colleagues and gain an understanding of and sensitivity to cultural differences. Leadership is not a one-size-fits-all all, and this session will equip attendees with a comprehensive set of leadership skills, providing them with a strong foundation to excel as HR leaders.
Learning Outcome 1: You will gain the expertise to create a people-first organization and lead with heart and consideration.
Learning Outcome 2: You will learn to increase employee morale and retention, improve productivity, and promote better decision making.
Learning Outcome 3: You will learn the secret to recruiting employees compatible with team members, core values, and culture.
Steve Gilliland, CSP, CPAE

Steve is a member of the Speaker Hall of Fame and was recognized in 2015 as one of the top 10 motivational speakers globally from over 9,000 candidates.
In addition to being one of the most sought-after speakers in North America, he has written 11 books and was named Author of the Year by Advantage/Forbes for his book Enjoy The Ride.
Steve built a multimillion-dollar company, which the Pittsburgh Business Times named one of the fastest-growing privately held companies in the region. Steve is one of SHRM’s top-rated speakers. This is his 18th consecutive year speaking at the SHRM Conference.
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