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May 2, 2024

The Connected Leader Workshop Series: People Skills Module 1 "From Manager to Leader: The Power of Appreciation"

Date: May 2, 2024
Time: 8:30 am - 11:30 am
Location:
Hawaii Employers Council
2682 Waiwai Loop, Honolulu HI 96819
Honolulu, HI 96819
United States

 

Are you a manager striving to forge deeper connections with your team? Do you want to drive higher levels of engagement and results?   

 "From Manager to Leader: The Power of Appreciation" is designed to bridge this gap. In our 3-hour workshop, you'll discover how properly structured appreciation dialogues can transform your leadership style, leading to a more connected, cohesive and motivated team. Overcome the internal sense of inadequacy and learn to use interpersonal connections to improve your team’s results. Embrace a more fulfilling approach that allows team members to feel seen, heard and valued. Join us for this transformative experience and evolve into the leader your team needs. We'll focus on appreciating your team to boost morale, improving recognition skills to make team members feel valued, and expressing genuine gratitude to build trust. We'll also tackle using appreciation to resolve conflicts and create a collaborative atmosphere. Finally, you'll learn to give feedback that's both encouraging and constructive, fostering growth without discouraging your team. This workshop is all about making your team more unified, productive, and positive.

What you’ll gain: 
  1. Enhanced Leadership Skills: Begin developing the skills necessary to transition from a manager to an effective and empathetic leader.
  1. Improved Team Morale: Learn the basics of integrating appreciation into your leadership practices to positively impact team morale.
  1. Recognition Skills: Gain an understanding of how to recognize and acknowledge your team members' efforts, enhancing their satisfaction.
  1. Authentic Gratitude: Begin practicing genuine ways to express gratitude, laying the foundation for trust within your team.
  1. Conflict Resolution: Explore how appreciation can be a tool for diffusing conflicts and fostering collaboration.
 These key takeaways are designed to provide managers with a strong foundation in leadership development, focusing on enhancing their leadership skills and team dynamics.  
 
 
 
About the Speaker: 
Evan Leong - CEO Brain Gain Hawaii, EK Ventures and Greater Good Inc
 
Evan Leong, a distinguished entrepreneur and executive coach based in Honolulu, Hawaii, is a beacon of leadership and innovation, especially suited to guide participants at the Connected Leader Workshop. As the founder of Brain Gain Hawaii, a boutique recruiting, coaching, and consulting firm, he expertly navigates the intersection of business acumen and mental wellness, offering invaluable insights for HR professionals and company owners.
 
You may recognize Evan’s leadership from the "Save Hawaii Jobs and Businesses" pandemic initiative in 2020. This pivotal effort led to the preservation of hundreds of local businesses and thousands of jobs during a critical period. By providing free webinars, legal, and accounting advice, Evan and his team offered over $1 million in pro bono services to Hawaii's business community, showcasing his commitment to economic resilience and community support. 
 
Evan's entrepreneurial success is marked by co-founding Bubble Tea Supply, an international beverage distribution company, earning him the prestigious PBN "40 Under Forty" award. His media ventures, including hosting Greater Good Radio, Hawaii's first business podcast, and his role as a Telly Award-winning television producer and host, demonstrate his diverse skill set and ability to engage varied audiences.
 
Evan also contributes his expertise to Kahi Mohala and the UH Shidler Alumni Association as a board member. His personal life is equally rich, with a 25-year marriage, four children, and a passion for foil surfing. He has coached his children to entrepreneurial success in Hawaii's Startup Weekends and has been a key figure in popularizing stand-up paddle surfing through www.standuppaddlesurf.net.

At the Connected Leader Workshop, Evan will share his extensive experience in fostering resilient businesses, developing empathetic leadership, and balancing professional success with personal fulfillment.

Details:
When: Thursday May 2nd, 2024 
8:00 am registration/coffee
8:30 am Workshop Starts
11:30 am Workshop Ends
Hawaii Employers Council
2682 Waiwai Loop, Honolulu HI 96819
HRCI Credits & SHRM® Credits: 3.0

 

Registration:
HEC members: $95
Non members:  $115

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