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AI Applications for Business Leaders This 2-3 hour course prepares business leaders and executives for the opportunities and risks that AI brings, particularly in the context of generative AI. Through this course, we prepare leaders for the coming changes to ensure they avoid business model disruption harming their business, give leaders information to help them evaluate their business strategies in light of AI’s likely impact, and explore the risks and considerations that should be evaluated for any business implementing AI.

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#Leader

Are you Biased? Applying an Equity Lens to Talent Acquisition This 2-3 hour workshop focuses on identifying and mitigating bias in the recruitment and hiring process. Participants will learn about different types of bias, their impact on talent acquisition, and strategies to create a more equitable selection process. You will explore techniques for writing inclusive job descriptions, conducting fair interviews, and making objective hiring decisions. By the end of the session, you will have practical tools to improve diversity in your talent pipeline and build a more inclusive workforce.

#Equity

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Best Practices in Recruitment and Selection: Building High-Performing Teams This 2-3 hour workshop focuses on developing effective interviewing and selection skills to identify and attract top talent. You will learn techniques for preparing structured interviews, asking behavior-based questions, and evaluating candidates objectively. The session covers best practices for creating inclusive job descriptions, conducting fair assessments, and making data-driven hiring decisions. Through role-playing exercises, you will gain practical experience in interviewing techniques and candidate evaluation, enabling you to build stronger, more diverse teams.

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Building a Culture of Accountability: How to Develop Ownership Mindsets This 2-3 hour workshop introduces learning about the concepts and importance of organizational culture, recognizing organizational norms and practices, and identifying mismatches in what is practiced and preached. Further, the course teaches how companies can build a culture of accountability through the development of an employee ownership mindset.

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Building Collaborative Team Environments This 2-3 hour workshop will focus on providing participants with models of teams, team performance, and teamwork, and providing participants with the skills necessary to create a positive team environment and function as a quality team. We will address known and unknown barriers to building inclusive and diverse teams to nurture a more innovative, collaborative, and responsive environment.

#Teams

Building Gender Equity in the Workplace This 2-3 hour workshop focuses on creating a more equitable work environment for all genders. Participants will learn about the challenges and barriers to gender equity, including unconscious bias, pay disparities, and representation issues. You will explore best practices for promoting gender diversity in leadership, implementing fair hiring and promotion processes, and fostering a culture of inclusion. By the end of the session, you will have practical strategies to advance gender equity initiatives in your organization.

#Gender

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Complex Problem-Solving and Decision-Making The purpose of this 2-3 hour course is to introduce learners to the complexities of decision-making. It introduces barriers to informed decision-making, such as individual-level biases, and concepts that can ultimately result in good employees doing bad things.

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Constructive Conflict and Communication Conflict management is essential to effective leadership. When applied constructively, conflict can result in positive and desirable outcomes. Participants will study the latest research and techniques related to identifying, assessing, and resolving conflict in the workplace. Further, throughout the 2-3 hour course, participants will apply practical techniques for negotiating difficult workplace situations, finding workable solutions, and improving team communication and performance.

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Cultural Intelligence “Cultural Intelligence is an outsider’s ability to interpret someone’s unfamiliar and ambiguous gestures the way that person’s compatriots would.” The purpose of this 2-3 hour workshop is to introduce learners to CQ, as well as to both enhance one’s level of CQ and learn how to coach followers in managing cross-cultural teams.

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Data-Driven Decision Making In this 2-3 hour course, you’ll learn to use data to discover unmet needs and gain an understanding of the people behind the data points. You will learn how to use data to uncover insights about people, products, or services.

#Data

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Design Thinking: Unleashing Innovation and Solving Complex Problems In this 2-3 hour workshop, you will learn the principles and practices of design thinking as a powerful approach to innovation and problem-solving. You will explore the five stages of the design thinking process: empathize, define, ideate, prototype, and test. Through hands-on exercises, you will apply these concepts to real-world challenges, fostering creativity and user-centered solutions. This session will equip you with tools to drive innovation, improve products and services, and create better user experiences in your organization.

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Emotional Intelligence “Emotional intelligence is your ability to recognize and understand emotions in yourself and others, and your ability to use this awareness to manage your behavior and relationships.” The purpose of this workshop is to introduce learners to EQ, as well as to both enhance one’s level of EQ and learn how to coach followers in EQ development.

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Executive Communication: Connecting and Inspiring in the Digital Age This 2-3 hour session focuses on developing advanced communication skills for leaders in today's digital landscape. You will learn strategies for crafting clear, compelling messages across various platforms, from in-person meetings to virtual presentations. The workshop covers techniques for active listening, tailoring communication to diverse audiences, and navigating sensitive topics. You will gain practical tools to enhance your communication effectiveness, build stronger relationships, and drive engagement in both remote and in-person environments.

#Communication

#Leader

#Digital

Executive Influence and Negotiations: Mastering the Art of Persuasion This two-day intensive workshop equips executives with advanced strategies for influence and negotiation. You will explore various influence tactics, learn to navigate complex stakeholder dynamics, and develop skills to achieve win-win outcomes in negotiations. The session covers topics such as strategic communication, conflict resolution, and building coalitions. Through role-playing exercises and case studies, you will enhance your ability to secure buy-in, resolve conflicts, and drive organizational goals forward.

#Leader

#Negotiation

Executive Presence: Inspiring Confidence and Creating Powerful Connections In this comprehensive two-day workshop, you will develop and refine your executive presence to become a more impactful leader. You will explore techniques for projecting confidence, authenticity, and credibility in various professional settings. The session covers topics such as effective communication, body language, and personal branding. Through interactive exercises and personalized feedback, you will enhance your ability to engage stakeholders, align teams around a shared vision, and lead with greater influence and effectiveness.

#Leader

#Communication

Executive Storytelling: Crafting Narratives that Inspire and Persuade In this 2-3 hour workshop, you will master the art of storytelling as a powerful leadership tool. You will learn how to structure and deliver compelling narratives that communicate complex ideas, inspire action, and create emotional connections with your audience. Through hands-on exercises, you will practice crafting stories that align with organizational goals, convey your vision, and motivate stakeholders. This session will enhance your ability to influence, persuade, and lead through the power of storytelling.

#Leader

#Communication

Finance for Non-Financial Professionals: Driving Business Success Through Financial Acumen This 2-3 hour course demystifies financial concepts for leaders without a finance background. You will learn to read and interpret financial statements, understand key performance indicators, and make informed business decisions based on financial data. The workshop covers topics such as budgeting, cost analysis, and financial forecasting. By the end of the session, you will have the confidence to participate in financial discussions and contribute to your organization's financial success.

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GENerate Success: Breaking Down Age Barriers in the Workplace In this 2-3 hour session, you will explore strategies for creating an inclusive workplace that values employees of all ages. You will learn about generational differences, common stereotypes, and how to leverage diverse perspectives to drive innovation and productivity. This workshop will help you develop effective communication techniques, mentoring programs, and policies that foster collaboration across generations, ultimately enhancing your organization's ability to attract and retain talent from all age groups.

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How to Be a Leader-Coach This 2-3 hour workshop will teach the participant techniques and skills used in successful coaching and mentoring of employees to improve and enhance everyone’s role as a business partner in the organization. It will include the concept of performance management - a process for establishing a shared understanding about what is to be achieved, how it is to be achieved, and an approach to managing people that increases the probability of achieving success.

#Leader

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HR Annual Update: Navigating Current Workplace Laws and Ethical Practices This comprehensive 2-3 hour session provides an essential update on current HR laws and ethical workplace practices. You will review recent developments in employment legislation, including updates to Title VII, sexual harassment prevention, and other relevant workplace regulations. The workshop also covers best practices for promoting an ethical work environment, addressing potential violations, and fostering a culture of compliance. By the end of the session, you will have a clear understanding of your organization's legal obligations and strategies to mitigate risk while creating a positive work culture.

#HR

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Leading with an Equity Mindset  In this 2-3 hour session, you will develop the skills needed to lead with an equity mindset. The workshop covers key concepts of equity, diversity, and inclusion, and how they impact organizational success. You will learn to recognize and address systemic barriers, promote inclusive decision-making, and create opportunities for underrepresented groups. Through case studies and interactive exercises, you will gain tools to implement equitable practices and drive positive change within your organization.

#Leader

#Equity

Leading with Presence One of the hallmarks of good leadership is effective communication. In this 2-3 hour session, we will focus on the art of storytelling. Participants will learn how to share and convey complex data, cultivate relationships, rally teams around a strategy, and use compelling narratives to shape organizational culture.

#Leader

#Communication

Managing and Leading Change In this 2-3 hour session, you will discover effective strategies for communicating and sustaining change in your organization. You will learn about change models, and how to adjust your organization’s/team's activities to achieve broad company-wide goals for change. This will help you to overcome obstacles, including various types of employee resistance to change.

#Leader

#Management

#Change

Principles and Practices of Systems Thinking This 2-3 hour workshop introduces participants to the fundamentals of systems thinking and its application in organizational leadership. You will learn how to identify and analyze complex systems, recognize interconnections, and anticipate unintended consequences of decisions. Through practical exercises, you will develop skills to approach problems holistically, foster collaboration across departments, and implement sustainable solutions. This session will enhance your ability to navigate complexity and drive systemic change in your organization.

#Systems-Thinking

Retain & Reign: Employing Equitable Retention Strategies In this 2-3 hour session, you will discover effective strategies for retaining diverse talent and creating an inclusive work environment where all employees can thrive. You will learn about the key factors that influence employee retention, with a focus on equity and inclusion. The workshop covers topics such as creating equitable development opportunities, implementing fair performance management systems, and fostering a sense of belonging. You will leave with actionable plans to improve retention rates and build a more engaged, diverse workforce.

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#Equity

#Inclusion

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Southwest Florida Leadership Institute

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Fort Myers, Florida 33965

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