No one is more responsible for your professional development than you. Career Communications Group (ccgmag.com) makes that possible by bringing you cutting edge management seminars with the nation's leading corporations and agencies executives.Slides for this presentation can be found here: https://www.slideshare.net/ccgmag
Episodes
Friday Jan 24, 2020
Friday Jan 24, 2020
In preparation for the upcoming 34th annual BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference, WOLB's own, Larry Young, sits down with Dr. Chris Jones.
The two cover Dr. Jones' personal and military background, why he personally goes to BEYA, and many other things.
The BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference takes place in Washington, D.C. from Thursday, February 13-Saturday, February 15 2020.
Thursday Jan 23, 2020
Thursday Jan 23, 2020
In preparation for the upcoming 34th annual BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference, WOLB's own, Larry Young, sits down with Dr. Mark Dean of the University of Tennessee.
The two cover providing opportunities to minorities in STEM, the future of the Information Age ,and many other things.
The BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference takes place in Washington, D.C. from Thursday, February 13-Saturday, February 15 2020.
Thursday Jan 23, 2020
Thursday Jan 23, 2020
In preparation for the upcoming 34th annual BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference, WOLB's own, Larry Young, sits down with Dr. Pamela McCauley of the National Science Foundation's Innovation Corps (I-Corps) Program.
The two cover her early background, supporting the BEYA STEM Conference, and many other things.
The BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference takes place in Washington, D.C. from Thursday, February 13-Saturday, February 15 2020.
Thursday Jan 23, 2020
Thursday Jan 23, 2020
In preparation for the upcoming 34th annual BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference, WOLB's own, Larry Young, sits down with Dr. Charles Johnson Bey of Lockheed Martin.
The two cover the importance of STEM to the community, BEYA camaraderie, and many other things.
The BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference takes place in Washington, D.C. from Thursday, February 13-Saturday, February 15 2020.
Thursday Jan 23, 2020
Thursday Jan 23, 2020
In preparation for the upcoming 34th annual BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference, WOLB's own, Larry Young, sits down with Dr. Mark Dean of Career Communications Group.
The two cover the purpose of creating the BEYA STEM Conference, the lack of minority engineers, and many other things.
The BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference takes place in Washington, D.C. from Thursday, February 13-Saturday, February 15 2020.
Wednesday Jan 22, 2020
Wednesday Jan 22, 2020
The Path to Being the Best Leader: How to Lead with Charisma, Integrity, and Conviction
Brenda Johnson-Turner - Director of Real Estate - U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Dr. Kelley Peatross - Regional Community Affairs Manager - Consumers Energy
Shanna Sarsin - CEO - Sarsins LLC
Learning Objective: Discuss methods that increase leadership skills
The quality of an organization’s leadership and management is critical to its success. This is true at team, department, and organizational levels. However, what’s the secret to that quality? How do you ensure it throughout the organization? How do you become an excellent leader and manager yourself? As with any professional skill, the skills of leadership and management can be learned and practiced. This course is specifically designed to help you do just that, whatever your role in the organization is.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Understand the skills needed to be a successful leader.
- Examine ways to manage staff performance.
- Learn how to evaluate their own style.
- Develop skills that help deliver their objectives.
Slideshare Presentation: https://www.slideshare.net/ccgmag/the-path-to-being-the-best-leader-how-to-lead-with-charisma-integrity-and-conviction-179350622
Monday Jan 20, 2020
Monday Jan 20, 2020
Strategic Executive Leadership: Discover essential Leadership Skills That Change the Game
Bernice Billups - Senior Manager - Boeing Global Engagement
Cheryl Partee - Chief Financial Officer - U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Keisha Pexton - Director, Learning & Workforce Development - Huntington Ingalls Industries
Tanya Axenson - Aerotek
Learning Objective: Learn techniques and approaches to increase team and individual performance by implementing strategic leadership skills.
Ever wonder what separates “good” from “great?” The most effective leaders think ahead, keep the big picture in mind, and plan to get results. Key leaders will share their winning strategic moves and skills you can use to thrive as a leader and move to the next level. So, the question is, of all the leadership advice, what actually works? What are the top key strategies that we need to embrace to make the difference in the way we manage ourselves, people, and competing values? The key to success is planning a strategy and using the science of leadership to give you an edge.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Understand the top five strategies used to get results.
- Review key leadership knowledge and techniques that have transformed industries.
- Identify personal leadership strategies.
Slideshare Presentation: https://www.slideshare.net/ccgmag/strategic-executive-leadership-discover-essential-leadership-skills-that-change-the-game-179351829
Wednesday Jan 15, 2020
Wednesday Jan 15, 2020
Super Mega Ultra Women - Build Up, Not Tear Down!
Renata Spinks - Cyber Technology Officer - United States Marine Corps Force Cyberspace Command
Joan Hughes - Director of Reintegration - Louisiana National Guard
Mekka Williams - Senior Engineer - NetApp, Inc.
Ngozi Orubo - Senior Systems Reliability Program Manager - GE Renewable Energy
Learning outcome: Examine methods for overcoming stereotypes and barriers for women
When you meet someone, what are your initial assumptions? Do these assumptions impact the way you interact with them? Our brains naturally place people into larger groups or categories based on the situation. In business, subtle biases can become major roadblocks to fair and inclusive diversity practices. These perceptions can have a real impact on career trajectory and cause contributions to be ignored and diminished. Join us as we discuss how women can help build and support each other’s rise to the executive level and avoid undercutting each other.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Explore actions and attitudes often expressed in the workplace.
- Identify ways to advocate for women leaders and other under-represented groups to build each other up, not tear each other down.
- Examine common concerns and challenges for women in the corporate world.
- Discover methods for building a diverse workplace that helps erase road blocks for women.
- Describe methods for building support, diversity, and inclusion initiatives.
Slideshare Presentation: https://www.slideshare.net/ccgmag/super-mega-ultra-women-build-up-not-tear-down
Monday Jan 13, 2020
Monday Jan 13, 2020
Inclusion in Diversity & Inclusion: Inclusive Enhancement by Digital Transformation
Jem Pagan - CEO - Blue Sky Consulting
An effective diversity and inclusion strategy needs time to grow and can be helped by digital analytics. HR can partner with other departments to help this growth. Join us as we discuss the future of HR and data analytics.
At the end of this session, attendees will be able to:
- Examine how change management and inclusion can be used with data analytics to make network connections.
- Explore best practices for HR leaders to develop leadership. '
- Examine digital interpretation to address AI for positive outcomes.
Wednesday Jan 08, 2020
Wednesday Jan 08, 2020
It’s a Women’s World: Apply the Art of Influence to Own it
Jasmine Brennan - Inclusion and Diversity Business Partner - Aerotek
Mariama Beemer - Advanced Technical Content Developer - NetApp Inc.
Lawanda Penland Dunwell - Raytheon Company
Shanna Sarsin - CEO -Sarsins LLC
Learning Objective: Increase performance in the workplace through influence
Ladies, this may be the single most important skill you have in your toolbox for success. Some people are excited when they hear the word influence, while others cringe at the idea of influencing others. How you feel about this word could be your breakthrough answer. You are always influencing others and making an impact. Yet, great leaders understand how to do this strategically. This seminar will show you proven techniques to make an impact, get results, and gain respect in the workplace.
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Recognize how others perceive them and capitalize on their strengths and weaknesses.
- Enhance performance by applying the science of motivation and the art of empathy.
- Use praise, support, and team building as a strategy to influence.