Event Type : Early Riser

When conflict arises in a group, our emotions take over. Understanding the role of our emotions and how they surface in ourselves and others is critical to being able to facilitate unbiased conversations. In this session, we will discuss the foundational pieces of restorative conversations and focus on the impact of having nonjudgmental conversations.

Learning Objectives

1. Attendees will learn strategies to minimize defensiveness within conversations.
2. Attendees will reflect on the process for sharing all information from all parties within a conversation.
3. Attendees will apply strategies to practice facilitating unbiased conversations.

This program is ideal for: everyone

About Our Facilitator

Megan Fuciarelli is an educator and administrator with nearly 25 years of experience in the social justice realm. Now residing in Michigan, Fuciarelli has spent the bulk of her educational career in the Chicago area. As the Founder & Chief Empowerment Officer (CEO) of US², she works with a team of like-minded individuals whose primary goal is to help Unite Society through equity and inclusion work. In her career, she has served as an educator as well as building and district-level administrator. She has presented for local, state, national, and international audiences in the areas of Restorative Practices, Equity & Inclusion, Culturally Responsive Pedagogy, and The Whole Child. As a featured TEDx Speaker, she is a true leader in the so

For many of us, we are our own worst critic. Our inner doubts and fears can diminish our ability to fully flourish as our authentic selves. In this session, we will explore feelings of imposter syndrome and how we can move towards self-acceptance as “humble realists.” In order to stop feeling like an imposter, we need to stop thinking like one.

Learning Objectives

1. Gain clarity about the reality of imposter phenomenon through a healthy and constructive lens
2. Learn how to recognize the feelings and coping mechanisms of your inner critic
3. Discuss how you can reframe these feelings towards a more compassionate view of your own self-competence.

This program is ideal for: everyone

Cost: Free for SLA Members. $50 non-member. $30 nonprofits.

Individuals who are either unemployed or connected with an employer who is unable to pay can request scholarships for any of our programs.

About Our Facilitator

Eilis (A-lish) Wasserman is a virtual facilitator and coach focused on cultivating confidence and inspiring self-discovery. Eilis recently worked at the Ball State University Career Center, The University of Michigan, and The Muse as a Career Coach. You may have seen Eilis acting as a digital producer for one of Shafer’s recent virtual program offerings. She currently serves as Shafer Leadership Academy’s Virtual Program Manager where she coordinates virtual programming guiding facilitators to present their best selves.

We all have a habit that we may be looking to change, whether it is a personal or professional habit. Changing a habit that is not benefiting us and replacing it with a habit that is more beneficial can allow for increased productivity, better health and wellness and an easier and quicker career progression. In this session, you will come away with identifying a habit to change, the steps of how to change this habit, while also participating in reflection and accountability for your habit change.

Learning Objectives

1. Identify a habit to change and the meaning behind it
2. Understand the steps on how to replace the current habit with the new habit in a purposeful way.
3. Maintain accountability for change and reflect on this new habit change

This program is ideal for: any professional from of any level or background, as most people have a habit that they would like to change.

Cost: Free for SLA Members. $50 non-member. $30 nonprofits.

Individuals who are either unemployed or connected with an employer who is unable to pay can request scholarships for any of our programs.

About Our Facilitator

Laura Nicolaisen has over 15 years of experience as a Professional Coach and Consultant. She has worked in various non-profit and proprietary higher education universities and institutions as a program manager, an executive team member, and as an admissions and advising director. In addition, she consults at an international advisory company, assisting professionals and executives in obtaining and refining their professional roles. Laura has also been successful as a Sales Specialist at a career transition start-up. She enjoys being a conduit for people in understanding their strengths and career highlights allowing for optimal personal career success while supporting the success of their employer.

Are you actively engaged in your life and business or just going through the motions? How motivated are you on a daily basis? Rather than looking for external cues to force performance and motivation, Halle helps participants look inward to uncover what truly inspires them!

Learning Objectives

1. Understand the three levels of motivation
2. Explore your unique strengths and values
3. Discover how to feel more fulfilled in work and life

This program is ideal for: anyone

Cost: Free for SLA Members. $50 non-member. $30 nonprofits.

Individuals who are either unemployed or connected with an employer who is unable to pay can request scholarships for any of our programs.

About Our Facilitator

Halle Simpson is a globally certified Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with the International Coaching Federation, Keynote Speaker, Trainer and Author of the Know Thyself Journal. Her passion for speaking and coaching stems from growing up in a household with a parent battling depression and the grit gained from a 20 year career in sales and leadership development.

In her work with executives and business owners across the country, Halle has come to specialize in creating intentional conversations to grow leaders and their businesses.

In her down time, Halle enjoys daily journaling, yoga, massages, watching cooking shows and trips to Traverse City, Michigan. She resides in Indianapolis with her Boston Terrier, Marco (named after Marco Andretti) and is a race fan who attends the Indy 500 each year.