Amplify

An overview of the course.

During this program, we will using Everything DiSC® on Catalyst™ - an assessment-based learning experience designed to teach you about yourself and others so that you can be more effective at work. this module will show you how to set Catalyst up.

A few tips and tricks to help you make the most of this course.

This section will provide an overview of what we’ll cover and a reminder of a few items to complete before you start.

We are, at our core, highly social animals, and our ability to thrive depends on our ability to communicate effectively with each other. Here we'll explore some of the basic, biological wiring that makes human interaction possible - and promblimatic.

Explore the power of values-centered decision-making as you define the values, attributes, and competencies that drive you to do your best work and live your best life.

The concept of mindset - Initially part of Carol Dwek’s research into early childhood education - has become a catch phrase of positive psychology and adult learning. It's a good base for embracing change; we'll go a step further with the concept of "mastery."

In this optional lesson, you will craft a powerful, inspiring, clear, and measurable action plan for doing your s best work and living your best life.

This section will provide an overview of what we’ll cover and a reminder of a few items to complete before you start.

Our brains are physically hard-wired to enable social interaction. Far from “soft skills,” communication skills are foundational in making those interactions work. Communicating well was our evolutionary advantage as a species. It can also be a competitive advantage for any group you are part of.

“The most helpful thing a person can do is to listen.” But does listen mean here? Turns out listening is a skill that can be developed and improved. This workshop is a quick dive into the fundamentals of listening and four specific skills that can transform any conversation into meaningful communication.

Don’t believe everything you think! We’ll learn to identify - and inoculate against - the human tendency to acknowledge our biases and behave as If everything we think we see is fact.

The foundation of what is popularly called “emotional intelligence” is empathy, the awareness of others' needs, wants, and, critically, how they feel. We’ll demystify the often overused term, explore its critical role in leadership, and discuss ways to build empathy.

How do you engage with people who are different than you? This section explores the concept of style-flexing: decoding other people’s thinking preferences, differentiating between judgments and behaviors, and tips for authentically communicating across differences.

This section will provide an overview of what we’ll cover and a reminder of a few items to complete before you start.

The human brain is a mapping machine. All through our lives, we are constantly making maps and hardwiring shortcuts to cut through the onslaught of information. We’ll explore the three types of cognitive bias that can short-circuit team dynamics and practice ways to turn them into team strengths.

Cynefin is a useful framework for quickly identifying and categorizing the stakes of big change and challenges.

Power is a broader concept than authority. Authority is granted. Power is earned (or taken). Learn how to discern the difference and how and when to exert each in complex situations.

This section will provide an overview of what we’ll cover and a reminder of a few items to complete before you start.

Understand why feedback is so hard to give and receive and learn three skills to make feedback more effective…and common…In your team.

Learn and practice brain-based coaching skills to help people in your span of influence accomplish their goals.

Create a mindset of leadership that goes beyond the org. chart.

A quick overview of what we’ll cover and a reminder of a few items to complete before you start.

…but you can behave in ways that build trust between and among members of a team. Learn the four factors of trust and explore specific behaviors that build trust.

This lesson explores the five drivers of a culture that leads to high-performing teams.

Most people get a “threat” response from change. Explore ways to navigate through change, inoculating against other people’s fight or flight response.

Weave all your learning into an action plan to inspire and influence a change in a group you are part of.

Reflections, Activities, and Tools you can use now to spark growth in your group or span of influence.