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8.20.20 | 11:30am - 12:30pm (Recurring event)
Women in Leadership Series
Mercer University is committed to developing leaders, innovators, problem-solvers, and life-long learners who strive to make a positive impact on their industries and communities every day. Join us for a special Women in Leadership Series this fall to learn more ways to extend your influence through exclusive webinars and in-person workshops.
Webinars
Join Mercer University for a free four-part webinar series to keep the conversation going as you pursue new challenges along your leadership journey.
Thursday, August 20, 2020: The Importance of Negotiating | 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Elizabeth F. Chapman, Ph.D. | Associate Professor of Management
Mercer University Stetson-Hatcher School of Business
Negotiation is an important skill that we use nearly every day. However, few people are taught how to negotiate effectively, and we often overestimate our skills. This session will include discussion of unique challenges and opportunities for women negotiators.
Thursday, August 27, 2020: Mindful Decision-Making for Effective Leadership | 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Morgan E. Kiper Riechel, Ph.D., LPC, ACS | Assistant Professor of Counseling
Mercer University College of Professional Advancement
Jordon Beasley, Ed.S., Certified School Counselor | Ph.D. Candidate in Counseling Education and Supervision
Mercer University College of Professional Advancement
Leadership requires decision-making. Some decisions are split-second responses and others entail slower, more reflective deliberations. Taking a mindful approach to decision-making can provide leaders with tools for intentional decision-making, resulting in more flexible thinking, greater openness to fresh interpretations, and increased sensitivity to context and ethics. This session will provide an overview of mindfulness as a tool for decision-making in leadership as well as specific mindfulness techniques that can be used.
Thursday, September 10, 2020: Leading Virtual Teams | 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Jacqueline S. Stephen, Ed.D. | Director of Office of Distance Learning and Instructor of Leadership Studies
Mercer University College of Professional Advancement
Leaders face common challenges as a result of the sudden shift to virtual work environments. As organizations continue to examine the future of their remote workforce, it is critical for today’s leaders to employ a variety of strategies to effectively and efficiently lead virtual teams. This session will emphasize best practices for leaders to overcome challenges and establish productive virtual teams through communication, engagement, interaction, and accountability.
Thursday, September 17, 2020: Is Your Quarantine Business Idea Worth Pursuing? | 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Briana Stenard, Ph.D. | Assistant Professor of Management and Entrepreneurship
Mercer University Stetson-Hatcher School of Business
Many business ideas are being generated during the COVID-19 pandemic. Now is the time to find out if they are viable. This session will discuss how to generate new ideas, as well as how to evaluate your idea for feasibility.