Let’s get ready to rumble! Managing groups and cultures when you are not in charge Learning Outcome: Increase communication and team building skills Are you a team player? Do you have the skills to thrive and contribute value in groups? In order to be effective, it is helpful to understand the complexity of group dynamics and people. This seminar will support you in understanding group dynamics, dealing with difficult people, and maintaining your professionalism in a variety of group challenges. Further, we will discuss the role of culture, values, and perceptions in-group interactions. This high level seminar will transform any new professional into a savvy communicator and thoughtful collaborator. At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to: a. Explore common group dynamics and goals b. Examine common challenges and struggles c. Discuss self-management and emotional intelligence d. Explore the role of culture, values, and perceptions in group situations

1. LET’S GET READY TO
RUMBLE
Managing Groups and Culture when
You’re Not in Charge
Cherice Daniel, PMP
Kendall Williams, Ph.D.
Rodney Elmore PMP, ITIL
Renata Spinks, Ph.D.Candidate

2. Let’s Get Ready To Rumble
• Managing Conflict in Groups
– Understand Sources of Conflict
– Styles of Conflict
– Healthy Conflict
• Group Dynamics
– Recognize Dynamics In Your Group
– Cultures, Value and Perception
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You Don’t Know Anything
You Are Not In Charge

4. Common Challenges and Struggles
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Academia Government
Entrepreneurial Industry
Emotional
Intelligence

5. Balancing Team Dynamics
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6. Group Situations
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7. Knock Out Round
• Real Life Situations
• Experiences
• Tools, Techniques and Resources
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