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Association Forum Holiday Showcase
December 16, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - December 17, 2019 @ 6:00 pm CST
Presented by: Assocation Forum
Cost: varies
Location: Hyatt Regency Chicago
Holiday Showcase 2019 is year one of a new meeting. The format may seem familiar, but within that structure is a freedom to reimagine what Holiday Showcase is.
Featuring: Erich Kurschat, speaker
SESSION #1: Network Like An Introvert: Valuable Tips for All Personality Styles
DATE: 12/17/2019
TIME: 1:30 – 1:50 PM
ROOM: Association Forum Booth
DESCRIPTION: Whether you’re looking to connect with others at work, find a new job, court members/sponsors, or simply expand your circles of influence, you need to be intentional about building your network. Introverts are often mischaracterized as being at a disadvantage when it comes to the art of networking. This session will uncover how ALL personality styles can learn from the natural strengths of introverts… and put newfound strategies to immediate use at the Association Forum Holiday Showcase!
OBJECTIVE 1: Attendees will identify natural strengths that introverts bring to networking opportunities
OBJECTIVE 2: Attendees will define their own networking strengths and potential limitations
OBJECTIVE 3: Attendees will gain new perspective on what it means to network effectively, as well as tips for immediate application of lessons learned
SESSION #2: Know Thyself: The Art of Meaningful Connection
DATE: 12/17/2019
TIME: 4:00 – 4:20 PM
ROOM: Association Forum Booth
DESCRIPTION: Influential contributors at all levels embrace effective communication as a competitive edge. However, little is possible without a common language for navigating the inevitable differences in personality style that we encounter along the way. This session will provide a framework for uncovering and leveraging the diverse strengths and preferences that drive collaboration, encourage productivity, and impact bottom line results.
OBJECTIVE 1: identify diverse communication styles and preferred work environments
OBJECTIVE 2: assess the needs and motivations of key stakeholders
OBJECTIVE 3: employ specific strategies to solicit buy-in, reinforce connection, and move others to act