WHY INCLUSIVE LEADERSHIP TRAINING?
The world is changing, and that means the workplace is changing. The makeup of employees and leaders will morph, requiring more of those who hold leadership roles—as such, giving managers the support they need to be successful is essential.
In a recent study by HR.com, "The Future of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging 2023", only one-tenth of the 255 organizations they studied offered DEIB Learning & Development training for all their managers.
The transformation to a more diverse and inclusive workplace is a journey that requires education, development, and, ultimately, an implementation plan.
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
The Inclusive Leadership Immersion Course is an intentional interactive course for managers needing additional support to lead effectively as the workplace and workers' needs change. Some examples of scenarios managers grapple with include:
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Managers may need help bringing hybrid, in-person, and remote teams together.
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Managers may walk a tightrope in communicating with teams and find themselves afraid of saying or doing the wrong thing to inadvertently offend or hurt someone.
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Managers may be unsure of how to address microaggressions amongst team members, hoping the employees can work the issues out themselves.
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Managers may have participated in some diversity, equity, and inclusion training but still feel unskilled in implementing it in real-life situations.
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Managers need more time to get stronger in these capabilities.
As a manager, you need the skills and tools to create a safe and inclusive workplace where your teams feel heard, respected, and valued.
The Inclusive Leadership Immersion Course is just the training organizations need for their managers. The best part is that it is an experiential learning course for managers at all levels. It focuses on understanding and implementing change in how you create belonging and inclusion through your position, transforming your company's workplace culture.
WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?
Throughout the six virtual sessions, managers will participate in building cultural awareness, take advantage of assessments to highlight opportunity areas for growth, and peer-to-peer coaching and collaboration discussions to maximize learning,
Key topics include:
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How can managers create safe spaces in the workplace so their employees feel like they belong and can contribute without fear?
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Learn how to become more culturally competent, empathetic, and self-aware to navigate the needs of a hybrid or remote workplace.
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Be consciously inclusive on how to create more harmony in the workplace.
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Increase intelligence in dealing with microaggressions so you can stop tiptoeing around to avoid saying the wrong thing that offends someone.
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Practice regaining control when you make a mistake and exclude someone.
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Explore tips for successfully recruiting and retaining diverse talent.
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Gain language for performance conversations that promote win/win outcomes.
WHAT ARE THE TRAINING BENEFITS?
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Companies will make strides in winning the talent war by investing in talent to support an inclusive workplace and improving the employer's reputation to attract talent.
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Participants will gain awareness of leadership opportunities through involvement in multiple tools:
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Inclusive Leadership Assessment
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Communications Assessment
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Habit Builder Tool to Promote And Enforce Accountability
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Participants will access a safe incubator to practice language with feedback on building inclusive leadership skills.
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Participants receive a Certificate of Completion at the end of the course. Our program offers SHRM or HRCI credits for those needing continuing education credits.
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Bonus: Participants will receive a template to build a 90-day roadmap to implement inclusive leadership lessons in the workplace. They will also have the opportunity to get feedback on their plans from the learning community.
TESTIMONIALS ABOUT COURSE AND FACILITATOR
"This program will help you to expand your view and be a stronger inclusive leader. It will give you various ways to strengthen your leadership from recruitment strategies to understanding it's okay to stumble, bumble and rise.
Josslyn Grindle, Vice President, Human Resources
"I would highly recommend this program to those who are dedicated to developing an inclusive workforce. It doesn't matter if you feel you haven't even begun or if you've made a lot of progress in this journey. This program will provide the opportunity to collaborate with others who have committed to the same work."
Averi Dudek, Director, Human Resources
"Simone’s strategic coaching approach coupled with her natural
supportive personality has truly been an enlightening and life-defining
experience. She will definitely challenge you to become the best version
of yourself and elevate your personal brand. “
Tanisha, Associate Director
“The coaching far exceeded my expectations.
Simone is brilliant. I learned so much from her.”
Candace, Deputy Editor
About Course Instructor, Simone
Simone E. Morris is CEO of Simone Morris Enterprises LLC, a certified minority and women-owned business enterprise. She is an award-winning diversity and inclusion leader, consultant, and speaker committed to diversifying the workplace and training women and emerging leaders to take true leadership positions in all aspects of their lives.
Simone's background is a testament to her expertise. With over two decades in Corporate America, spanning information technology, commercial strategy, and human resources, she has been recognized for her exceptional leadership skills. Her MBA from the University of Connecticut and her certifications as a coach and a Project Management Professional (PMP) further solidified her position as a trusted expert with key strengths in strategy, leadership, training, and project management.
She received her MBA from the University of Connecticut and holds certifications in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Leadership. She is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Public Service at NYU Wagner and a Diversity and Inclusion course facilitator for eCornell.
Ms. Morris has written 99 articles on inclusive leadership in her Forbes.com column. Her expertise appears in Entrepreneur, Medium, American Management Association Playbook, Profiles in Diversity Journal, Glassdoor, Leadercast, SmartRecruiters, Social Hire, Includr, and Diversity Best Practices. She is also the author of 52 Tips for Owning Your Career: Practical Advice for Career Success, The Power of Owning Your Career: Winning Strategies, Tools, and Tips for Creating Your Desired Career, Achievement Unlocked: Strategies to Set Goals and Manifest Them, and Upward: Leadership Lessons for Women on the Rise.
Why do I facilitate this course?
As a Corporate America alum, I am passionate about empowering ALL employees to be seen, valued, and promoted in their careers. I know that this will only happen when management gains a better self-awareness and understanding of their diverse workforce and inclusion tools to lead those changes within their organizations.