In her book, The Top Five Regrets of the Dying, palliative care provider Bronnie Ware found that the most common regret of those nearing the end of their lives was: “I wish I’d had the courage to live a life true to myself, not the life others expected of me.” Similarly, each year, Merriam-Webster announces its Word of the Year, reflecting the term with the most significant surge in searches. In 2023, that word was “authenticity” (following “gaslighting” in 2022). In this breakout session, we will explore what it  means to "live a life true to myself (or my selves)" through multiple perspectives on authenticity. We will examine how authenticity is not a one-size-fits-all concept, but rather a deeply personal journey. You'll have an opportunity to develop your personal view of authenticity that will empower you to lead a fully engaged life.

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In today's landscape, leaders in higher education are navigating unprecedented challenges, including politicized attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. These pressures, coupled with global conflicts and the significant loss of life associated, have significantly impacted organizational morale. In this session, attendees will explore actionable ideas on how to incorporate practices of authentic appreciation and positively shift organizational culture, even in the face of adversity.

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A powerful conversation to examine the core challenges of leadership.  How do leaders become forged in rings of fire as they rise to meet challenges and grow beyond their limits.  Interviews with a panel of leaders provide a platform to conduct explorations into what is most important in journeys of leadership.  Audience members will also have an opportunity to engage in conversations about critical issues and challenges at the heart of leadership.

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Unlock your full potential in this interactive session, where you'll learn science-backed actionable strategies to quiet self-doubt, embrace your competence, and build long-lasting confidence. We'll discuss tools to help overcome impostor syndrome that will help your growth and development.

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Participants will have an opportunity to design a vision of their leadership based on a powerful purpose.  Our design process will integrate passion, mission, vocation, and profession to specify one's powerful driving purpose.  We will construct a vision board to facilitate the design of our ideal leadership.

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The L.I.F.T. framework—Leadership, Influence, Focus, and Talent—initially developed as his company's flagship leadership conference, is designed to help leaders thrive in their work and community environments to achieve meaningful, measurable performance results. This session is informative, engaging, and fun, ensuring you are equipped with tools for self-paced learning.

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We often focus on managing our direct reports, but receive little guidance on how to navigate relationships with our bosses and other key decision-makers who can be critical for our professional growth and progression.

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In today's fast-paced, technology-driven world, the art of deep and meaningful conversation often takes a backseat. However, reconnecting through genuine dialogue can significantly enhance our relationships with colleagues, family, and friends.

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In this presentation, Ida Abdalkhani discusses the importance of problem-framing to achieve game-changing ideas. She then will discuss lateral thinking and take the group through an innovation brainstorm, as an example that can be applied to one’s personal and/or work objectives.

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