Leading Inclusion with Emotional Intelligence
In-person session offerings are on a first-come, first-served basis. Seating is limited.
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Emotional Intelligence is a non-negotiable skill for leaders to build inclusive workplace culture. When leaders possess EI, they can effectively navigate difficult conversations, build trust, and cultivate a sense of belonging among employees from diverse backgrounds. In this session learn the competencies of emotional intelligence needed for building inclusive culture, discuss how to cultivate these skills in teams, and leave with actionable insights to develop your own emotional intelligence.
Learning Objectives:
- Learn the competencies of emotional intelligence needed for building inclusive culture.
- Understand how to cultivate the emotional intelligence skills of teams.
- Develop strategies to build your emotional intelligence as a leader.
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All virtual sessions inherently run the risk of audio or visual issues due to factors out of our control. If any technical difficulties arise, we appreciate your patience and understanding as we work diligently to resolve it. All virtual sessions, unless marked as "LIVE ONLY" or "VIRTUAL LIVE ONLY", are recorded and will be available to view on demand until December 1, 2023.
Bethany J. Adams
Bethany Adams has more than 15 years of experience in HR and education. She began her career working in learning & development and human resources in the restaurant and retail industries. She has experience in both small, privately-owned businesses and large, Fortune 500 organizations. Bethany holds a BA in Psychology, MA in Organizational Management, the SHRM-SCP certification, and is a Certified Genos International Emotional Intelligence Practitioner. She currently teaches at Villanova University in the Graduate Programs in HR Development. Bethany has spoken at a variety of conferences throughout the country and leads corporate training on topics including emotional intelligence, DEI, and strategic HR. Bethany hosts an HR podcast called HR Tea.