Uncovering Unconscious Bias

Unconscious biases can greatly influence day to day decisions made in the workplace. These biases can cause extremely negative effects in the workplace, such as lack of creativity, lack of diversity and lack of growth. In this session, Dr. Tsitsi will introduce to you to ideas for defining unconscious biases and show the effects of these biases on work culture and the business practices of an organization.

Learning Objectives

1. Identify the effects of unconscious biases in the workplace
2. Discuss how to implement an unconscious bias-based training within your organization
3. Identify the steps for handling an unconscious bias-based complaint

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

Dr. Tsitsi Hungwe is a highly sought-after international keynote speaker, trainer, and life and leadership development expert. Leveraging several years of experience in the dental industry, she helps early career professionals reach their peak potential in transitioning into the professional workplace through coaching and leadership development. Applying her proven four-step process, she helps early professionals confidently prepare for their next chapter or career transition. She empowers students and professionals at corporations, universities, and organizations worldwide with her message of mastering mental resilience and mindset for a successful transition. Dr. Tsitsi’s extensive leadership expertise has landed her on some of the world’s largest stages. And her exceptional skills have allowed her to deliver inspiring live and virtual keynotes to the industry’s most prominent corporations and organizations, including the Leadership Experience Tour, Michigan Technological University, Pacific Lutheran University, Minneapolis Community and Technical College, Takoda Prep School, Support DDS a global dental outsourcing company and the Guadalupe Alternative Programs (GAP) School, among others.

Virtual 2-Part Series

Session #1: 
Wednesday, May 15
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM

Session #2: 
Thursday, May 16
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM

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 two-part workshop, 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.

Cost: Free for SLA Members. $250 non-member. $200 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.  Last year she completed coach training through the Imposter Syndrome Institute. 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 Program Manager where she coordinates all member programming guiding facilitators to present their best selves.

Make Remote Work… Work!

How are you leading change and adapting to remote and hybrid teamwork?

Join us for a monthly virtual conversation gathering about sustainable remote & hybrid work practices in a post-COVID world. Together we will connect, discuss, and share advice and tools that are beneficial to change management practices that allow us to be successful in remote work environments.

Each session will be 75 mins long over Zoom. Learn more at: www.shaferleadership.com/remote-works/

Cost: This is a Free Community Program

Read a book. Lead with inspiration.

SLA in partnership with Muncie Public Library is offering a unique quarterly gathering, highlighting important take-aways from inspirational leadership books. At each event, facilitators will share key leadership development lessons from leadership-focused books. This is not a book club, rather a guided discussion around the key takeaways from each book.

Prior reading of the book is not required but we encourage participants to share about what they learned and check-out one of the books from Muncie Public Library. All participants attending will be entered in a raffle to win a digital copy of one of the books discussed.

All sessions are FREE and open to the public. Registration is required.

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Mastering Inclusive Leadership: Analyzing Pitfalls

Unlock the power of inclusive leadership by honing the skill of analyzing pitfalls in strategies. Great leaders build trust, embrace diversity, maximize team potential, and fearlessly tackle challenges. Join our 90-minute virtual program to explore the crucial trait of Analyzing Pitfalls. Reflect on your approach to decision-making, from scrutinizing plan pitfalls to taking calculated business risks, especially in people management.

Learning Objectives

1. Discover the benefits of fostering inclusivity in your leadership styles.
2. Understand how Analyzing Pitfalls enhances inclusive leadership.
3. Create a personalized action plan for better strategic decisions.
4. Receive an exclusive workbook to boost your strategic decision-making skills.

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

Whitney Luther, ACC, is an executive coach and organizational consultant. She is founder and CEO of Luther & Company, a global leadership consulting firm. Whitney primarily works with executives, business owners, and their teams to help elevate them for success and long-term growth. Her services and programming provides leaders with strategies related to healthy leadership, talent acquisition & development, conflict management, emotional intelligence, and strategic planning. Whitney is an International Coaching Federation Associate Certified Coach with credentials from Concordia University Irvine’s Townsend Institute and M.Ed. in Education Administration from Butler University. With a diverse career spanning 15 years, she’s cultivated conditions for learning in K-12, Higher Education, and Executive Education. She has been crafting innovative strategies that inspire organizations to achieve tangible business results and reach their full potential. As an entrepreneur, she has collaborated with Fortune 500 corporations, small businesses, start-ups, non-profit organizations, government entities, and non-governmental organizations. Whitney Luther lives in Zionsville, Indiana with her husband, Tyler and their two boys, Banks & Callahan.

Virtual 2-Part Series

Session #1: 
Wednesday, June 26
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM

Session #2: 
Thursday, June 27
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM

Want to unlock the secrets to managing disagreements effectively and gain confidence when facing conflict?  Discover how to transform high-stress conflicts into opportunities for cooperation and understanding through the art of de-escalation. This interactive and informative session promises to equip you with the essential tools needed to navigate tense situations with confidence and grace.

Learning Objectives

1. Know your conflict management style and how to improve your reactions.
2. Recognize an intensifying conflict
3. Identify personal triggers and stressors that can hinder effective de-escalation.
4. Learn about de-escalation strategies
5. Create a personalized action plan for applying de-escalation skills in their respective roles.

Cost: Free for SLA Members. $250 non-member. $200 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

Mary Moore is a communication expert and community activist. She is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Communication Studies at Ball State University. Committed to student development and enhancing relationships, Mary has received multiple teaching and coaching awards. Her expertise covers a broad spectrum, including argumentation, debate, presentational communication, and conversational intelligence. As a decorated coach, she has led college speech teams to state and national championships. Mary is also dedicated to extending her communication insights beyond academia, conducting impactful workshops with organizations such as Open Door, Muncie Resists, Soup Kitchen of Muncie, United Way, and Ball State’s LEAD University Leadership Development Program.