Public Seminar Schedule

11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
In-person at the University of Lynchburg

Women, whether in the workforce, politics, or social influence groups, face a number of distinct communication challenges. This is particularly true for women in leadership roles. In fact, in many ways, women are unconsciously conditioned to communicate in ways that render them less effective at achieving their goals. These difficulties can include a failure to get credit for their ideas, the use of qualifiers, waiting their “turn” to speak up, doubting themselves, and experiencing lower external perception of their competence. This workshop offers certain skills, techniques, and strategies for overcoming these communication challenges.

Cost

• Non-profit organizations: $39.95 per person
• For-profit organizations: $59.95 per person

11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
In-person at the University of Lynchburg

Microaggressions are indirect, subtle, or unintentional discrimination against members of a marginalized group. It can inhibit employee motivation, create an unproductive hostile work environment, and increase employee turnover. Stop ignoring and recognize microaggressions in your workplace with this 90-minute interactive workshop. Participants will engage in interactive exercises to recognize microaggressions and learn communication techniques to avoid using microaggressions in their workplace. Lunch is included in your registration fee.

11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
In-person at the University of Lynchburg

The Productive Meetings workshop blends proven communication theory and industry best practices to enable those tasked with meeting facilitation to achieve desired organizational outcomes. Learn a multifaceted skill base necessary for managing meetings while engaging in individual reflection, role-play, small group, case study analysis, and facilitation exercises. Participants in this workshop enjoy a meaningful learning experience with the use of handouts, meeting and facilitation video examples, case studies, PowerPoint presentations, and action plan formulas for use in your own meetings. Lunch is included in your registration fee.

11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
In-person at the University of Lynchburg

Effective public speaking is a learned skill. Anyone can be an engaging public speaker with the right tools. Come and learn the five easy steps that are integral to effective speech design and public presentation. Get insider skills in this workshop that you will not get in any other setting. This academic and delivery based experience is steeped in proven communication theory from ancient Greece that continues to underline business best practices in public presentation today.

11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
In-person at the University of Lynchburg

Turn your next question and answer session into a persuasive interaction that addresses your client’s concerns and forwards your agenda at the same time. This seminar is perfect for shortlisting interviews, persuasive presentations, and any situation where you answer questions about your work, services, or product. Learn trade secrets to highlight your company’s strengths, close the deal with your clients, respond to difficult questions, and become a flexible presenter. Lunch is included in your registration fee.