Welcome to the 2024 Next Opportunity at Work (NOW) Conference!
We have a great day lined up for you today! Follow along with the agenda below.
We will be using Zoom Conferencing throughout the day for all sessions. Important details:
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All participants and hosts are now required to sign into a Zoom account prior to joining meetings hosted by UC Berkeley. See "How to sign into your UC Berkeley Zoom account" for how to sign in.
- Participants who don't have a UC Berkeley-provided Zoom account can use a Zoom account provided by their institution, can create a free, consumer Zoom account or can dial in via their phone.
A member of the NOW Planning Committee will be available throughout the whole day to answer any questions from attendees. Attendees can chat or email us at nowconference@berkeley.edu. You can find more helpful tips on our FAQ page, including Zoom troubleshooting advice.
The following accommodations are provided to best serve everyone:
- Closed captioning for all sessions will be available through Zoom
- Presenters’ slide decks are available in the session descriptions listed below
- All Zoom recordings will be captioned and uploaded on YouTube post-conference
Opening Remarks: Chancellor Christ
About Chancellor Carol Christ:
Carol Christ, Ph.D., is the 11th Chancellor and the former Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost of the University of California, Berkeley. She previously served as President of Smith College from 2002 to 2013, and before that was a professor of English and an administrator at Berkeley for more than three decades. Chancellor Christ is an advocate for quality, accessible public higher education, a proponent of the value of a broad education in the liberal arts and sciences, and a champion of women’s issues and diversity on college campuses. Since her return to Berkeley, she has worked to foster community and improve the campus climate, strengthen Berkeley's financial position, address the campus' housing shortage, and celebrate the institution's longstanding commitment to free speech. Read her full bio.
Special Guest: UC President Michael V. Drake
About Michael V. Drake:
Michael V. Drake, M.D., is the 21st president of the University of California, which includes 10 campuses, five medical centers, three nationally affiliated labs, more than 280,000 students, and 230,000 faculty and staff. Dr. Drake previously served as president of The Ohio State University (OSU) from 2014 through June 2020. Prior to his six years at OSU, his entire academic career has been at UC, including as chancellor of UC Irvine for nine years from 2005 to 2014 and as the systemwide vice president for health affairs from 2000 to 2005. Read his full bio.
Morning Keynote: Gorick Ng
What I Wish Someone Had Told Me Sooner About How to Take Control of Your Career
Have big career goals... but not sure how to achieve them? Or, struggling to figure out what your goals even are? Join Gorick Ng, first-gen college grad and Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author of The Unspoken Rules, for an interactive session that will help you reflect on what you want and how to take your best next step towards achieving your professional goals, no matter where you are in your career.
About Gorick Ng:
Gorick Ng is the Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author of The Unspoken Rules: Secrets to Starting Your Career Off Right, a book published by Harvard Business Review Press. For students and professionals of all levels, check out "Did You Know?", Gorick’s weekly newsletter that deconstructs the untold stories of how people you know became successful—and what you can do to follow in their footsteps. For students and early career professionals, check out “Gorick’s Lists” which contains over 1,500 employers with dedicated early career talent programs, diversity-focused employers, and scholarships. Read more about Gorick.
Mindfulness & Gentle Movement
Find a comfortable place to sit, stand, or lie down for this short and sweet mindfulness practice. We will begin with a guided meditation, and end with some gentle movement to support your mind and body before moving into the rest of an amazing day together!
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About Liza Schlosser-Olroyd:
Liza Schlosser-Olroyd (she/her) finds immense joy in being a co-conspirator for the radiant wellbeing of all members of the campus community. Currently serving as the Interim Coordinator for the Advising Strategy + Training Program, Liza offers (virtual) weekly mindfulness meditation sessions (under “Healthy Lifestyle Programs” → “Mindfulness Mondays”) and monthly yoga classes for Berkeley’s advising and student services community and anyone else interested in joining us! In addition to her work supporting equitable access to information, resources, and professional development opportunities for advising and student services staff, Liza offers personalized coaching for runners and lifters who want to bring more joy and playfulness to their training.
Accessible and Assistive Technologies for All
Enjoy a comprehensive session delving into accessibility tools across different platforms, empowering you to create inclusive digital environments, regardless of your tech proficiency.
Meeting ID: 918 5427 0026
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Join us for an immersive session focused on "Accessible and Assistive Technologies for All," where you'll discover practical insights and strategies to enhance accessibility and inclusivity in digital environments.
We want to emphasize that you don’t have to be tech-savvy to join– this session is designed for everyone, regardless of your level of familiarity with technology.
We start off by exploring Zoom's accessibility features, then journey through Mac OS X, Windows/PC, and iOS platforms, unveiling built-in accessibility tools like VoiceOver, Zoom, Live Captions, Narrator, and Voice Recognition. Additionally, we'll delve into optimizing accessibility in note-taking apps like Otter and Glean, and discover the power of Word's accessibility checker for creating inclusive documents. Through easy-to-follow tutorials, practical demonstrations, and engaging discussions, attendees will leave equipped with the knowledge and skills to cultivate more accessible and inclusive digital spaces.
Whether you are an educator, IT professional, disability service provider, or individual with disabilities, this session offers valuable insights to empower accessibility and promote inclusivity. Join us as we embark on a journey to create a more inclusive digital world where everyone can participate and thrive!
Attendees will learn how to:
- Utilize Zoom's accessibility features like captions, raise hands, spotlight, and chat customization.
- Explore built-in accessibility tools on Mac OS X, Windows/PC, and iOS platforms.
- Maximize accessibility in note-taking apps such as Word, Otter, and Glean.
About the Presenter:
Julie Ha (she/her) serves as the Auxiliary Services Lead for the Disabled Students’ Program at UC Berkeley, where she prioritizes equity and inclusivity. She manages recruitment, training, and assignment of volunteer note-takers, ensuring accommodations for a diverse student body. Her role includes scheduling, task delegation, conducting one-on-one meetings with students, collaborating with specialists, and providing continuous team support. Julie utilizes AIM and audio note-taking software to enhance accessibility. She's excited about working with different units to leverage technology for disability empowerment and AI advancements, driving positive change for both staff and students, both within the university and beyond.
Mastering Transferable Skills for a Diverse Career Landscape
Discover essential transferable skills like independent thinking, communication, and leadership in diverse professional contexts, empowering your career growth.
Meeting ID: 928 3274 8833
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This session will focus on enhancing key transferable skills: independent thinking, communication, and leadership & management. Drawing on frameworks from UC Berkeley's People & Culture and various global institutions across industries and NGOs, this workshop is designed to underline the pivotal role of transferable skills in a myriad of professional contexts.
Participants will embark on a journey of self-discovery, assessing their own skill sets and setting ambitious goals to elevate their career trajectories. The session will provide an in-depth exploration of independent thinking, communication, and leadership & management, showcasing their critical importance in today's workplace through practical examples and interactive scenarios.
Moreover, the synergy between effective communication and robust leadership & management will be highlighted, illustrating their indispensable value in crafting a successful career path. Attendees will be equipped with valuable insights, strategies for skill development, and a comprehensive understanding of how to leverage these transferable skills for personal and professional growth.
Key takeaways:
- Developing Independent Thinking Skills:
- Understand the importance of independent thinking in the workplace.
- Identify the factors that lead to a mindset of idea dependency.
- Acquire strategies to cultivate independent thinking, such as questioning assumptions and relying on logical reasoning.
- Building a Solution-Oriented Mindset:
- Recognize the significance of presenting imperfect solutions as a starting point for problem-solving.
- Understand the role of proposing solutions as a form of social currency in gaining trust and recognition.
- Develop the ability to embrace mistakes, let go of vanity, and use errors as opportunities for growth in the professional setting.
- Enhancing Communication Effectiveness:
- Recognize the impact of unclear communication on work outcomes.
- Learn techniques for asking effective questions during communication with leaders.
- Understand the value of timely feedback and maintaining open communication to avoid complications in the communication process.
- Know your target audience and cater your message accordingly
About the Presenters:
Jolie Lam (she/her) is the manager of the surgical robotics and digital health program at CITRIS and the Banatao Institute. Before joining CITRIS, she was a programmatic officer for the Foundations of Machine Learning program at the UC Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences, and she previously worked as an academic officer for the Guizhou-Berkeley Big Data Innovation Research Center at the UC Berkeley School of Social Welfare.
Jolie is from Hong Kong and has worked in mainland China for multinational companies as well as startups. She has worked in financial publishing, investment banking, investor relations, manufacturing, and accounting.
She enjoys nature, arts, and music. She treasures friendships developed in her career and personal life.
Phyllis Lin (she/her) is a UC Berkeley Economics graduate and currently works as a Research Data Science Analyst at CITRIS Health. Her proactive approach to research has led her to assist a business school professor and participate in investment clubs, fueling her research interest. Two banking internships have exposed her to the finance world, and the summers she spent at Credit Suisse Equity Research and Citigroup Investment Banking solidified her passion for healthcare research.
Apart from her academic and professional pursuits, Phyllis enjoys playing soccer, swimming, and watching Broadway musicals in her free time.
R. Harumi Quinones Austria (she/her), Director of Student Services in the Department of Psychology, is a dedicated staff alumna with 20+ years on campus. She credits multicultural roots for her ability to communicate with and bridge communities.
Advocacy for DEIBJ and opportunities for students and staff are her passions. Harumi enjoys inspiring and being inspired by her team, students, faculty, and peers; effectively managing resources to support her department while developing community; and campus-wide efforts making a difference in DEIBJ.
She currently serves on the AMP Management Council and regularly participates with various staff orgs and committees. Off-campus, her preschooler consumes her days.
Mental Fitness Mastery: Transforming Self-Doubt into Empowered Leadership Using Positive Intelligence
Unlock your leadership potential with Positive Intelligence®, shifting from self-doubt to self-mastery through three simple steps, empowering you to approach challenges with confidence.
Meeting ID: 939 5224 7941
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Discover how to harness the power of your mind to conquer self-doubt and unlock your true leadership potential. Are you haunted by feelings of inadequacy or the fear of failure? Do you struggle to silence your inner critic? This transformative program based on Positive Intelligence® offers three simple steps to shift from self-doubt to self-mastery.
Mental Fitness is your ability to approach life's challenges with a positive mindset, impacting productivity, relationships, peace of mind, and overall well-being. It involves strengthening three core mental muscles: Saboteur Interceptor, Self-Command, and Sage.
The Mental Fitness Operating System: Learn the three-step process - Notice, Stop, Shift - to reduce self-judgment, diminish fear and anxiety, and amplify inner wisdom and compassion.
Step-by-Step Approach:
Step 1 - Notice Your Saboteurs: Become aware of negative emotions that signal your inner Judge's activity. Identify feelings of frustration, fear, or stress and detach from them without dwelling on the negativity.
Step 2 - Stop with PQ Reps: Engage in PQ reps, focusing on physical, visual, or auditory sensations for as little as 10 seconds to divert attention from negative thoughts and emotions.
Step 3 - Shift into Sage Perspective: Utilize Sage Powers like Empathize, Explore, Innovate, Navigate, and Activate. Discover opportunities or gifts in seemingly challenging situations.
Take the assessment to identify your top saboteurs and understand the internal voices that hold you back.
Attendees will learn:
- How to identify and pause their dominant negative mental Saboteurs,
- How to pause and rewire negative thought patterns to neutral or positive ones, and
- How to apply PQ tools to enhance performance, fulfillment, and well-being.
About the Presenter:
Joan Kling (she/her) is a mental fitness coach with over 35 years of local government and leadership expertise. Joan takes first-time people managers on a journey from self-doubt to self-confidence helping them to become inspiring, respectful, and supportive leaders who make a difference.
Joan’s Coaching Philosophy: P.I.E.S.
Permission: Granting oneself the freedom to excel.
Imperfection: Encouraging growth through embracing imperfections.
Eyes on Self: Fostering self-awareness and personal development.
Support Community Creation: Establishing networks that empower and support.
Joan's mission is to inspire the next generation of leaders, facilitating their success and encouraging a ripple effect at work and at home.
Owning Your Career at the UC
Empower employees to take ownership of their careers, inspiring them to proactively plan and invest in growth activities, cultivate a resilient mindset, and feel more prepared and engaged in their career journey.
Meeting ID: 999 5847 7354
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Session Description: The Own Your Career workshop is designed to inspire and motivate employees to take ownership of their careers and to understand how they can be responsible for their own career growth so that they create a career path that leaves them happier, more engaged, and often more loyal and ensures that your company is getting the best from your people.
Learning Objectives:
- Share inspiration with participants to take more ownership of their careers and take more initiative in preparing for future opportunities and changes so they feel less frustrated and more empowered to take action toward their career goals.
- Inspire and educate employees to make a plan and invest in the right activities to help them grow their careers so that they feel more in control of the process and prepared for the future.
- Inspire and educate employees to have the right mindset and be prepared to handle challenges so that they feel prepared to handle any challenge that comes their way and feel less frustrated when challenges come up.
About the Presenter:
Andy Storch (he/him) is an author, speaker, consultant, facilitator, and connector, on a mission to teach and inspire more people to own their careers. Andy is the host of two podcasts as well as the Talent Development Think Tank conference and community.
Most importantly, Andy is a husband and father who is dedicated to living a healthy and intentional lifestyle and inspiring others to do the same.
The Power of Connection: Networking and Mentoring
Discover the transformative power of networking to propel your career, learn to authentically share your story, build meaningful connections, and gain actionable strategies for professional growth.
Meeting ID: 917 5291 7373
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This session is designed to propel your career to new heights through the transformative power of expanding your network and fostering meaningful connections. While the concept of networking may seem distant and intimidating for many, its essence lies in conveying who we are to others, fostering better human connections.
For some, networking may be perceived solely as a transactional exchange or a daunting social obligation. However, upon closer examination, networking reveals itself as an opportunity to authentically share our experiences, passions, and aspirations with others. By transcending surface-level interactions, we forge deeper, more meaningful connections rooted in mutual respect, empathy, and shared values.
Throughout the session, we will delve into the importance of narrative and storytelling in showcasing our authentic selves. We'll also explore the distinctions between mentorship and sponsorship, providing you with the necessary tools and insights to harness both effectively.
Furthermore, we'll emphasize the critical importance of cultivating a robust professional network and provide actionable strategies for building and nurturing meaningful connections. By establishing trust and fostering genuine relationships, we create a community of support that amplifies visibility and opportunities for advancement.
Networking goes beyond merely collecting business cards—it's about cultivating authentic relationships that fuel personal and professional growth. Through engaging exercises and discussions, you'll uncover the true potential of networking as your most potent tool for career acceleration. By cultivating your community, you'll not only propel yourself to the next level but pave the way for sustained success and fulfillment in your professional journey.
This workshop is your opportunity to unlock the full potential of mentorship and networking in driving your career forward. Join us and take the first step towards realizing your aspirations and achieving your professional goals.
Attendees will:
- Learn the concept of Synergies in Business
- Identify Skills of High - Achievers
- Emphasize the Significance of Relationships
About the Presenter:
Lucrecia Iruela (she/her) is a multi-talented professional with +25 years of experience as a seasoned leadership coach, career catalyst, storyteller, and HR consultant in multiple countries. Her work in Silicon Valley has allowed her to support the largest tech companies, such as Google, Apple, and LinkedIn. In addition to working with Fortune 500 companies, she collaborates with agencies, non-profits, and universities. She creates leadership programs and workshop content, speaks, and writes for Forbes, AMA, CEO Magazine, and other publications. Lucrecia's experience as an attorney, founder, and CEO of several startups has given her the mindset to understand corporate culture and succeed in different environments.
Proactive Professional Development: Create Resume-Building Opportunities Within Your Current Position
Discover how to broaden your skills within your current role through stretch assignments and professional development opportunities, gaining insights on initiating discussions with your manager, and accessing resources to map your career path.
Meeting ID: 971 9299 2980
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Do you want to gain experience in an area outside your current position’s scope but are unsure how to do it? Do you wonder if you would enjoy working in another function, unit, or area and would like to test the waters first before you dive in?
In this session, you will learn about stretch assignments and other professional development opportunities that can be created within your current position. You will learn how to start the conversation about these growth opportunities with your manager, and managers will learn how they can support on-the-job professional development.
The presenters will offer examples of employee-tailored professional development experiences, share the benefits to managers who sponsor and support these activities, as well as template agreements, resources, and tools to help you discover and map the next move in your career journey starting where you are right now.
Attendees will:
- Gain a broader understanding of hands-on professional development opportunities that bring tangible results
- Access resources, tools, and tips to structure and advocate for your own professional development experience
- Identify your destination and develop an opportunity and action plan to move toward your goal
About the Presenters:
Sasha Keller (she/her) is part of the Berkeley Engineering development team where she connects industry partners and individuals with opportunities to support the college’s mission to educate inclusive leaders and create knowledge equitably to serve a diverse society. She recently made a shift into fundraising after a 20-plus year career in communications and donor relations thanks in part to the experience she gained through a stretch assignment via the Berkeley Staff Fellowship program.
Andrea Parthasarathy (she/her) works on the People & Organization Development team within Berkeley People & Culture. In this role, she creates and manages professional development programs for UC Berkeley staff (including the Berkeley Staff Fellowship Program) that focus on career growth and skill building at any stage of your career. She is also a one-on-one career coach for UC Berkeley Staff. Prior to working at UC Berkeley, she was an Academic Advisor at UC San Diego.
Noam Pines (he/him) is an Associate Director in UC Berkeley’s Sponsored Projects Office (SPO), overseeing incoming and outgoing contracts and grants. With over fifteen years of experience in Research Administration, he has handled a wide spectrum of proposals and awards from a variety of funding agencies, with a focus on governmental entities (federal, non-federal, international) and non-profit organizations. He holds a Master's degree in International Affairs and has served on professional committees for the National Council of University Research Administrators (NCURA). In addition, Noam has participated as a project sponsor for multiple Berkeley Staff Fellowship projects, with a particular focus on pursuing DEIBJ principles in support of SPO's commitment to diversity in hiring.
Values Mapping for Team Success
Embark on a journey of team success by aligning individual and team values, learning techniques to communicate personal values, aligning values within the team, and cultivating a values-driven culture to guide the team toward success.
Meeting ID: 969 3101 5129
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Embark on a journey of team success by mapping shared values. In this session, participants will explore how aligning individual and team values is the key to unlocking their collective potential. Through engaging activities, attendees will learn to navigate the terrain of shared values, creating a roadmap for team success and fulfillment.
Attendees will:
- Discover and Communicate Personal Values: Attendees will learn techniques to uncover and effectively communicate their own values, fostering open dialogue within the team.
- Charting a Course of Shared Values: Attendees will explore strategies to align individual values within the team, creating a collaborative map that guides the team toward success.
- Navigating the Path to Success: Attendees will understand how to cultivate a values-driven culture that serves as a compass for the team's journey, fostering a sense of belonging and community.
About the Presenter:
Syntina Nesbitt (she/her) is presenting at the conference as a seasoned Residence Director with 4 years of expertise in fostering inclusive residential communities. A dedicated professional, she specializes in conflict resolution, student engagement, and community building. Her career includes roles at the University of South Carolina, where she served as a Residence Life Coordinator, managing a diverse team and implementing a successful residential curriculum. Additionally, her experience at Chattahoochee Technical College involved co-curricular program development and student leadership initiatives. With a Bachelor of Business Administration in Sports Management from Methodist University, her passion lies in creating supportive environments that promote personal growth, academic success, and diversity.
Meditative Drawing
Join Sabina for an engaging meditative drawing session where she will lead us in exploring simple yet playful doodle patterns. This fun and easy activity will help you transcend mental barriers and channel your energy throughout your body. Please have a pen or pencil and paper ready for this creative journey.
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About Sabina Morgan:
Sabina Morgan (she/her) is a Senior Organizational Consultant in Student Affairs. Sabina has been a staff member for almost 17 years, and is a proud Transfer, Re-Entry, Student Parent Cal alumna, earning her BA in History and American Studies. In 2016, Sabina completed her Master’s Degree in Leadership at St. Mary’s College. Sabina’s research, work, and personal passion is centered on helping individuals and teams discover and define their own personal vision for wellness and success within the context of their unique, complex, and nuanced social identities. She actively seeks joy with intention and when she isn’t working you can find her in the front row at least one concert a week, or laying in the sun with her nose in a book.
Conflict Resolution in the Workplace: Why Identity Matters
Learn to navigate conflicts effectively, understand your role in personal and professional growth, and equip yourself with tools and strategies to address conflicts and map out your success in career development.
Meeting ID: 923 0719 1078
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We experience conflicts all the time. Conflict is a feature, not a bug. Whether it’s productive or destructive is all in how we are handling them.
This workshop is interactive. Participants are equipped with an Action Guide to integrate the learnings. I’m using case study examples from my practice and slides to illustrate important content.
Conflict is a part of life, it’s healthy! Conflict is part of the operating system. It’s a good thing that we have different opinions, and we want to do things differently. We want to avoid group think and we want to take many perspectives into account when making decisions.
Conflicts at work impact your career development, so let’s get skilled and map out your success!
When mediating and coaching around conflict, I often focus less on what the conflict is about on the surface: “they give me their contributions to the report too late”, “they withhold information”, “they are not staying in their lane”, “they ….”
Instead, I work with the parties on naming their power dynamic, their relationship, and their identities. Identifying what the conflict really is about.
Here are the types of goals and interests people are in conflict about. We use a nifty acronym: TRIP
- T - topic: what we want
- R - relational: who we are to each other
- I - identity: who am I in this interaction
- P - procedural: what communication process to use
Two goals are consistently propelling disputes and conflicts:
- R - relational
- I - identity
Attendees will work with a conflict they are experiencing, and we will cover:
- Diversity profile
- Belonging
- Conflict styles
- Emotions
- Identity & Reputation
Attendees will:
- Walk away with a new understanding of conflict and the importance of identity in shaping the outcome of the conflict.
- Be equipped with a conflict resolution template
- Start using tools to get more skilled at conflict
- Understand when a conflict is about the topic
About the Presenter:
Hanna Bankier (she/her), MA, ACC, helps organizations and individuals realize sustainable results by aligning employee performance and organizational excellence. Her domain is to guide organizations and individuals in adapting to change and achieving more positive cultures. She works with organizations to elevate the performance of people while creating energized and productive teams. In addition to setting standards and inspiring people to move strategies and plans into action, she adds her insights, knowledge, and capabilities to shape policies, make decisions, and rally enthusiasm for change. She is a Speaker, Content Creator, Executive Coach, and OD Practitioner. Hanna focuses on connecting people to possibilities.
Discovering Your Ikigai - Finding Purpose in Work and Life
Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery, exploring personal stories, passions, talents, and desired impact, culminating in the creation of a personalized Inner Blueprint inspired by Ikigai, guiding you toward a purposeful life.
Meeting ID: 965 9274 2856
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A one-of-a-kind opportunity for individuals to develop a deeper understanding of themselves and each other. We offer a special session where we guide participants through a process of self-evaluation. We explore their personal stories, unwavering passions, unique talents, and the broader impact they want to make in the world. By the end of the session, they will have created a personalized version of their Ikigai or what we call an "Inner Blueprint."
Attendees will:
- Gain an understanding of Ikigai, its history, and its connection to the Blue Zones
- Learn what it means to live a life with purpose, focusing on our passion, and strengths, and developing a mission for our life’s purpose
About the Presenters:
Danielle Posa (she/her), Founder of Workplace Wellbeing Advisors and The Wellbeing Hacker
Nicole Carline (she/her), President & Head Coach at The Wellbeing Hacker
Nicole has spent over twenty years as a highly accomplished global sales and IT executive for Fortune 500 companies. As an inspiring leader, Nicole is keen on empowering individuals to identify their superpowers, strive for excellence, and live a more meaningful life. She transforms individuals' mindsets, enables them to take action, and helps them overcome limiting beliefs. Anyone who works with her or who has been in her presence immediately wants to make an impact.
Embrace the Future: Transforming Career Exploration and the Job Search with AI
Discover how AI, particularly ChatGPT, can revolutionize your career exploration and job search experience, offering personalized insights, targeted guidance, and strategic tools to map your path toward career aspirations.
Meeting ID: 999 7217 9544
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing career exploration, offering novel and impactful ways to navigate the professional landscape. In this session, Dr. Rowena Winkler will share the transformative potential of AI, specifically exploring how ChatGPT can elevate the Career Exploration and Job Search Experience. Participants will learn how to map their professional trajectories using ChatGPT, use the tool for more targeted guidance and informed choices, refine job search tactics, and use queries and prompts to their benefit. Participants will not only gain a wealth of strategic insights but will also learn how to develop a map of success toward career aspirations.
Attendees will:
- Understand the evolving role of AI in career exploration
- Uncover the power of ChatGPT in providing personalized insights
- Explore how AI can enhance the job search experience
- Discover how AI can assist in overcoming my most common challenges in career exploration
- Experience a live demonstration showcasing Chat GPT in action
About the Presenter:
Dr. Rowena Winkler (she/her) uses her Ph.D. in Communication, along with her 15+ years of experience in marketing and communication, to help individuals gain clarity in their jobs, businesses, and lives through more authentic communication practices. As an award-winning teacher and scholar, Rowena presented at international conferences and mentored hundreds of undergraduate and graduate students. She then made a career pivot from academia to industry, leading communication teams and managing marketing projects. Now as a career and empowerment coach, Rowena’s methods enable clients and students to build confidence, get unstuck, and land their dream careers.
Mapping Success Through Culture Fit: Discovering Potential in Community and Collaboration
Learn to align personal values with organizational culture, employing Work Culture Archetypes to enhance hiring practices, foster community building, and cultivate an inclusive workplace that supports personal and professional growth.
This session is sponsored by PepsiCo.
Meeting ID: 937 2420 5884
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Aligning personal values with organizational culture is vital in today’s workplaces. This session, led by an HR and Hiring expert, highlights hiring for culture fit and the importance of community building. We'll explore Work Culture Archetypes—Creative Cloud, Blaze Performance, Flow Innovation, Steadfast Traditional, and Harmony Balance. Strategies will be shared for identifying candidates who match these cultural values, beyond technical skills. This approach aims to foster an environment where individuals can flourish, contributing to a diverse, innovative, and respectful community. Attendees will learn to create an inclusive workplace that supports personal and professional growth, cultivating a thriving organizational culture.
Attendees will:
- Master the art of defining and evaluating culture fit, employing Work Culture Archetypes to enhance the hiring and interviewing framework, and facilitating a pathway for individuals to discover and leverage their potential.
- Develop strategies to nurture a sense of community and belonging, crucial for collaborative success and individual career mapping within the organizational landscape.
- Adopt continuous improvement and learning as key tools in aligning talent acquisition with the evolving dynamics of organizational culture and individual growth aspirations.
About the Presenter:
Darla Shaw, CEO of Talent Masters, has a distinguished 25-year HR career spanning small startups to Fortune 500 companies. With a Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology, an MBA, and a Masters in Employment Law, she holds advanced certifications in HR, Executive Coaching & Project Management. At Talent Masters, she excels in pairing hiring managers with ideal candidates through innovative staffing, executive placement, and HR consulting services. Darla's unique blend of humor, strategy, psychology, and legal knowledge has made her a pivotal figure in creating inclusive, effective work environments across diverse organizational landscapes.
Succeed Well by Starting Now
Embark on a journey of self-discovery, setting clear goals and mastering mindset, while building a supportive community to propel you toward success.
Meeting ID: 946 3471 2273
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During my workshop, participants will embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, guided by the theme of unlocking potential and mapping out their success path.
This will include thought-provoking discussions and personalized reflection, attendees will dig into uncovering their unique strengths, passion, and values.
My workshop goes beyond self-awareness by providing practical tools and strategies for setting clear, achievable goals. Participants will learn how to create actionable plans that align with their vision by breaking down daunting objectives into manageable steps.
Attendees will explore techniques for overcoming limiting beliefs and cultivating a mindset of resilience and determination.
I will also dive into the importance of community, vulnerability, and mentorship and how nurturing a strong support system to propel them forward on their path to greatness.
I believe that everyone is a leader in their own right. This presentation aims to support attendees to embrace previous challenges and see them as potential opportunities to shine brightly mind, body, and soul now!
Key takeaways:
- Self-Discovery: By understanding themselves better, their success path needs to be customized and one that aligns with their present and future goals.
- Goal Setting: Attendees will be encouraged to break down their goals into actionable steps, guilt-free to reach their desired destination.
- Mindset Mastery: Attendees will receive practical strategies and tools to help attendees shift their mindset from fixed to growth-oriented or limiting beliefs.
- Navigating Your Network: Building a supportive community and network of mentors, peers, and allies can create a chain of accountability and guidance because success alone can lead to burnout and self-sabotage
About the Presenter:
Dr. Lorneka Joseph (she/her), a native of The Bahamas, is an award-winning pharmacist, speaker, and wellness coach who helps high achievers redefine their work and wellness.
This Forbes and Essence Magazine feature is also an inductee in Miami Dade College’s Hall of Fame for her impact. Her academic journey started at University of The Bahamas, where she later transferred and graduated from Florida A & M University with her Doctorate degree in Pharmacy with a minor in journalism and communications.
Additionally, Dr. Lorneka was also recently recognized by actress Taraji Henson's foundation for her work in mental health and wellness.
Founder of Brightly Awake, a professional service company, Dr. Lorneka’s client roster includes Orange County Head Start, Women of Walgreens, Citi Bank, Hogan law firm, University of West Georgia, SLS Baha Mar hotel, Florida Department of Health, Orlando Bar Association and more
Her core speaking topics include personal development, leadership, mental health, student success, and empowerment. Her faith in God makes this journey bright and bold.
Dr. Lorneka witnessed loved ones work to the point of burnout. Recognizing the need for unorthodox healing to break generational poverty and patterns, she is committed to making a difference. Notably, Dr. Lorneka serves on the board of directors for the Jenny Green Scholarship Foundation.
When people-pleasing sends you to the emergency room with an anxiety attack masked as back pain, it’s time to shift. Dr. Lorneka is releasing her next book focused on wellness in 2024.
This curry-chicken lover and mental health advocate is also certified as an HIV/AIDs tester and counselor where she served, underserved groups in Haiti, The Bahamas, and the United States.
Featured in Miami Herald, Comcast/Xfinity TV, Eye Witness News, and Voyage magazine, she’s disrupting the norm. She enjoys time with loved ones and re-runs of Seinfeld, The Cosbys, and Golden Girls. She also enjoys serving at her church, Deeper Fellowship in Florida.
You can connect with her at www.drlorneka.co or on social media @drlorneka
Transferable Skills: Applying to Jobs You Haven't Done Yet
Learn to confidently apply for jobs by identifying and communicating your transferable skills in a new context, supported by practical tips and practice opportunities to align your skills with various job postings and career descriptions.
Meeting ID: 928 2548 3641
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Have you ever looked at a job posting and thought, “I could do this job, but I don’t exactly meet all the requirements?” The key to confidently applying anyway, is in learning to identify and communicate your transferrable skills in a new context. In this one-hour workshop, we will work together to identify the basic elements of your current talents and skills, explore ways they might translate into a new future for your career, and, most importantly, communicate to a potential employer how the skills you’ve employed in past achievements, are directly applicable to future successes with their team. Practical tips and practice opportunities support incorporating your newly defined transferable skills into resume bullets, cover letters, and interview story prep to align your skills with the Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required in various job postings and Career Track descriptions.
Attendees will:
- Identify their transferrable skills
- Write accomplishment statements that align with skills and the position description of a desired job
- Apply for jobs you haven’t done before
About the Presenter:
Lisa Laughter (she/her) - As the Senior Career Coach at UC Davis in Human Resources, Learning & Development, Lisa Laughter is a seasoned professional dedicated to guiding individuals toward their career aspirations. Holding certifications as an ICF and CliftonStrengths Certified coach, Lisa leverages her passion for developing others to empower individuals on their professional journeys. Known for fostering growth and providing strategic career advice, Lisa excels in creating a supportive environment for success. A trusted resource and advocate, Lisa is committed to helping individuals unlock their full potential and achieve their professional goals with a focus on personalized coaching and strengths-based strategies.
Unleashing Our Mutual Potential: Growing as an Equity-Oriented Supervisor of Student Employees
Discover the transformative potential of student employment, refining supervisory practices, growing networks, exploring sustainable strategies, and designing developmental leadership experiences prioritizing equity and inclusivity.
Meeting ID: 918 4567 4717
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Discover the transformative potential of student employment. This combined presentation and panel will elevate the significance of both the supervisor and student employee roles, offering sustainable strategies to enhance our programs while cultivating equity-minded, leadership-building experiences.
Supervising student employees offers fulfilling growth opportunities and allows us to actively engage with the heart of UC Berkeley’s mission: serving our students. On-campus employment offers income to students while also providing them an opportunity to gain meaningful professional experience and skills that ultimately prepare them to thrive in a complex work environment. Recent publications validate on-campus jobs as High-Impact Practices (Kuh, 2008), delivering evidence-based educational benefits, particularly for historically underserved demographic groups in higher education. With supervisors being primarily responsible for student employee growth (NASPA, 2019), it is critical that staff get support to develop as supervisors and mentors of students.
Join our panel for a deep dive into real-world experiences, where colleagues will share success stories and practical insights on effective student team management. We will also present a collaboratively crafted resource guide encompassing transformative and tactical dimensions of student employment. This guide not only unlocks the potential of professional development for student employees but also empowers supervisors to provide meaningful supervision and impactful mentorship.
Whether a seasoned supervisor of student employees or exploring the possibility, attendees will: (1) learn how to refine their supervisory practices, (2) grow their network, (3) explore sustainable strategies to effectively manage student employment programs, and (4) design developmental leadership experiences that prioritize equity and inclusivity.
Embark on a journey of discovery, where mentorship, skill development, and career growth intersect. Together, let's shape the future of student supervision and pave the way for meaningful professional development opportunities for both staff and students alike.
Attendees will:
- Learn how to refine their supervisory practices
- Grow their network
- Explore sustainable strategies to effectively manage student employment programs
- Design developmental leadership experiences that prioritize equity and inclusivity
About the Presenters:
Amanda Bent (she/her) is an educator committed to the personal and professional development of adult learners. As an English/ESL instructor and Student Affairs professional, she has fostered student growth through holistic learning activities that promote inclusion and belonging. In serving students across the Bay Area, she has engaged in more nuanced approaches to addressing the complex needs of adult learners. Currently, she facilitates student employment and leadership development for Berkeley’s IT community as a Student Life & Development Specialist. Outside of work, Amanda enjoys experimenting in the kitchen, practicing yoga, and exploring the world through travel, food, music, and dance.
Amy Louise Casey Azuma (she/her) - As Discovery Opportunities Database Manager, Amy Louise Casey Azuma brings her core strengths: developing programs, centering student experiences, and cultivating partnerships to solve complex problems. Her work is grounded in compassion for students navigating this huge institution.
Amy has spent her 20-year career in education advising, teaching, or directing programs. She's a Cal alum (BA, English) and holds a master’s in International Education, with a concentration in Youth Leadership. She has certifications in Equity-Oriented Advising and Coaching, transformative facilitation, and Embodied Mindfulness. Outside of work and before the sun rises, you can find her powerlifting at the Bay Strength gym.
About the Panelists:
Kelly Chang (she/her) is a co-lead of RTL’s Student Employee Workforce Development program, working alongside her colleague Natalie Montanez. Together, they are dedicated to extending learning beyond the traditional classroom setting by creating meaningful, impactful employment experiences for students, equipping their team for a successful and values-aligned professional future. With her passion for training and development, Kelly nurtures the department's student workforce who play a pivotal role in supporting the AV technology in UC Berkeley's 210 general assignment classrooms. Co-leading this team of 12 sharp-witted and hilarious student employees makes her day.
Gabriela Urias (she/her) is dedicated to empowering students and fostering connections between students and employment opportunities. With a focus on part-time employment opportunities, she supports students and employers campus-wide through the Work-Study Program. Her commitment extends beyond the Work-Study Program, as she helped launch the new state-funded work-study program called the Learning Aligned Employment Program (LAEP). This innovative program enables undergraduate students to engage in paid research opportunities, enriching their academic journey. Gabriela's vision for inclusive and experiential learning drives her collaborative efforts, ensuring students access valuable experiences that propel them towards future success.
Diego A. Holguin (he/they) is a UC Berkeley Alumni who currently serves as an Intake Counselor for the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP). Diego's journey from student employee to professional staff embodies the transformative power of education and community engagement.
Originally from Compton, Diego has embraced the Bay Area for over 7 years. Outside of work Diego enjoys reading, spending time with his cats, and going on hikes.
Diego’s service is guided by Laverne Cox’s words, “By doing the work to love ourselves more, I believe we will love each other better.”
Staff Orgs Info and Social Gathering Rooms
1:00 - 1:45 PM | Visit our Staff Orgs Info and Social Gathering Rooms for an interactive and vibrant experience! Bring your lunch and engage with members of Staff Organizations, learn about upcoming programs and events they are hosting, and connect with colleagues in this fun and casual virtual environment. Whether you're looking to expand your professional horizons or just have a friendly chat, these rooms are the place to be. Don’t miss this opportunity to discover your potential and map your journey to success with your peers. Each staff org will be in separate breakout rooms. You can linger in one room or visit them all. Participating Staff Organizations include:
- Asian Pacific American Systemwide Alliance (APASA)
- Berkeley Administrative Management Professionals (AMP)
- Berkeley Facilitators Network (BFN)
- Berkeley International Group (BIG)
- Berkeley Research Administrators Group (BRAG)
- Berkeley Staff Assembly (BSA)
- Cal Women's Network (CWN)
- LavenderCal
- New Professionals Network (NPN)
- Staff Alliance for Disability Access (SADA)
Charting the Course for a Successful Career at the UC
Gain inspiration and practical guidance from UC Berkeley staff who have navigated successful career transitions within the UC, learning how to explore, plan, and execute your own career transition within the organization.
Meeting ID: 980 0666 4065
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Are you thinking about making a career transition, but not sure where to start? Are you interested in a new opportunity, but not sure if you're qualified? In this session, you will hear stories from UC Berkeley staff who have successfully navigated multiple career transitions within the UC. You will gain insight into what worked and what didn't for our panelists, how to dissect job postings and career tracks, the value of informational interviews, and much more.
Attendees will:
- Be inspired by stories of UC colleagues who have made successful career transitions within the UC
- Learn how to explore, plan for, and make your own career transition within the UC
About the Presenters:
Susan Cass (she/her) began her career as the receptionist for the Graduate School of Business followed by the undergraduate orientation program coordinator at Stanford (sorry, Berkeley didn’t make an offer). From there she served as resident hall director (University of Washington), and admissions counselor (Pitzer College). Eventually, Berkeley made that offer and here she has served as a major adviser, departmental scheduler, GSAO, college adviser, dean’s executive assistant and strategic planning analyst, analyst and staff support for the L&S faculty Executive Committee, interim Registrar, and is currently the manager for the Registrar’s undergraduate transfer credit and degree audit team.
James Dudek (he/him) is a Senior Organizational Strategist for People & Culture. He serves as an executive adviser to campus leadership on organizational development, strategy, culture, psychology and change. James began his professional journey at Berkeley as a Senior Clerk Typist A. Over the past 30 years he has grown his career and along the way has been in seven distinct job categories (including academic advising, policy analysis, organizational development, and chief of staff roles) in three academic departments, three colleges, and four divisions.
Aileen Liu (she/her) began her career as a high school English teacher in Atlanta Public Schools. Missing being a student, she came to UC Berkeley for her PhD in English, then taught English literature at a small liberal arts college in Connecticut. Looking for a more stable career, and wanting to be closer to her loved ones in California, she pivoted into higher education administration at the UC. She has been an Academic Policy Coordinator at UCLA Graduate Division, a Principal Policy Analyst at UCLA Academic Senate, and now Director of Curricular Engagement Initiatives at L&S Undergraduate Studies Division at Berkeley.
Kim Sapp Dinwiddie (she/her) has been at Berkeley for over 22 years. She is the Director of Talent and Organizational Development in Talent Management and Workforce Planning at University Development and Alumni Relations. Kim provides human resources and organizational consulting/coaching, instructional design, and development, including training and facilitation to meet UDAR’s organizational development and strategic workforce planning needs. This includes talent management, succession planning, classification, reclassification, compensation, as well as performance management. She managed Berkeley’s successful, fundraising training program for the Advancement community during the Light the Way campaign, improving Berkeley’s fundraising culture to exceed campaign goals. Formerly, she was a Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant and Staff Career Development Trainer in Central Human Resources for nine years. She developed and facilitated campus-wide recruitment and hiring training curriculum for campus managers and supervisors. She was also a Program Director at Extension. She has a Master's in Education, Counseling, focusing on Career Development.
Discover Your Potential and Map Your Success When Disability Knocks
Center employees with disabilities, understand their success potential, educate yourself on accommodation decisions, and foster respectful interactions with managers for successful workplace accommodations.
Meeting ID: 947 1343 9444
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This presentation focuses on situating the employee with the disability as a targeted population at the center of the discussion. The first Learning Objective is to communicate that employees with disabilities are successful with and without accommodation at UC Berkeley. Employees with disabilities can and do Thrive. “Thriving” means engaging in activities that promote Self-Advocacy in ways that advance accommodation success and wellness. Managing the impact of a disability that substantially impacts one or more major life activities can be stressful and counterbalanced by well-developed support networks that facilitate coping paired with understanding the accommodations landscape.
The second learning outcome of this presentation is to educate yourself so you can make the best decisions when traveling across the workplace accommodations landscape. This outcome focuses on encouraging people to educate themselves about their disability, how it impacts the way they do their job/everyday life, and what kinds of accommodations mitigate barriers. Considering these factors increases the potential for success during the strategic implementation of reasonable accommodations. Employees who understand their role in the interactive process learn how to negotiate accommodations, explore accommodation options, and are better able to make the best decisions regarding their employment needs. The last learning outcome for this proposal focuses on improving and supporting the interaction between a manager/supervisor and an employee requesting accommodations. Creating a safe working setting for people to request accommodations is one of the best ways to ensure success. The cornerstone of success is based on effective communication between manager/supervisor and employee that is collaboratively oriented towards mutual respect and cooperation. The presentation will conclude with a question-and-answer session.
Attendees will:
- Understand that employees with disabilities are successful with and without accommodation at UC Berkeley and thrive.
- Know how to how to educate themselves to make the best workplace accommodation decisions
- Be prepared to create a respectful and cooperative interactive process interaction with managers and supervisors when negotiating workplace accommodations
About the Presenters:
Derek Coates (he/him), Manager, Program Access Compliance
Derek Coates is the campus Manager of Disability Program Access and lead on the campuswide program access Self-Assessment. He has Master’s Degrees in Sociology from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and the California State University, at Fullerton. In 2003, Dr. Coates received his Ph. D in Sociology from Wayne State University and was hired as an Ed Roberts Postdoctoral Fellow in Disability Studies at U.C. Berkeley as part of a National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research grant. Dr. Coates began his career at U.C. Berkeley in 2004 when he was hired as the campus Disability Resolution Officer, resolving and investigating allegations of discrimination on the basis of disability filed by students and serving as the campuswide primary point of contact for disability-related program and physical access issues. In 2010, Dr. Coates was hired as the Discrimination Complaint Resolution Coordinator for the Central Human Resources unit, tasked with resolving and investigating allegations of discrimination on all protected classes (except Title IX) filed by U.C. Berkeley employees. In 2014, Dr. Coates was appointed to be the campus Interim Disability Compliance Officer reporting to Associate Chancellor Linda Williams )Ret.). In 2018, Dr. Coates began reporting to an esteemed colleague ADA Coordinator and Section 504 Compliance Officer Ella Callow.
In 2006, Chancellor Birgeneau awarded Dr. Coates a Chancellor’s Outstanding Staff Award as a member of the "WebAccess" team that collaboratively conducted outreach to web builders and designers campuswide by hosting technical website accessibility clinics. In 2008, Dr. Coates was awarded a U.C. Berkeley Institute for Leadership and Development (BILD) grant to create the Disabled Staff Resource Network, a pre-cursor to the current Alliance for Disability Access (ADA) staff organization for allies of and employees with disabilities. In 2017, Privacy Officer Lisa Ho successfully nominated Dr. Coates to the Chancellors Outstanding Staff Achievement Award committee for a SPOT award in special recognition of his leadership in producing a disability awareness screening on Asian suicide and mental health. In 2018, Deputy Associate Chancellor/Chief Operating Officer Wanda Ellison Crockett awarded Dr. Coates a second Staff Appreciation and Recognition SPOT award for service to the Graduate Division and the Parking and Transportation unit.
Dr. Coates was awarded a 2018 Chancellor’s Outstanding Achievement Award by Chancellor Carol Christ.
Ben Fils (he/him) currently serves as the Associate Director of the Center for Student Conduct in the Division of Student Affairs and as a Research Affiliate with the Possibility Lab. He is a member of the first cohort of the Leaders for Equity and Democracy (LEAD) educational doctorate (Ed.D) at the Berkeley School of Education. Ben’s research asks questions about the educational opportunities within carceral spaces, whose voices are most listened to in postsecondary educational policymaking, and the dynamic exchange of ideas between public institutions and civil society.
Ben is passionate about educational equity and alternatives to exclusionary discipline and retributive justice, particularly in educational contexts. He has spent parts of the past decade serving students as an advocate in disciplinary and special education proceedings and as a university administrator. He places restorative justice and transformative learning as core principles in his work.
Ben is an avid Red Sox fan and has earned degrees from Northeastern University, the University of Arizona, and the Temple University Beasley School of Law. He enjoys live comedy, gaming, pouring over historical baseball statistics, and spending quality time with his partner and their cats.
Fuel Your People Power: Developing the Top In Demand Workplace Skills
Transform your career trajectory by mastering essential soft skills through dynamic learning, tailored activities, and self-assessment, equipping you to stand out in a competitive job market and foster a collaborative work environment.
Meeting ID: 923 9003 5512
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Fuel Your People Power: Developing the Top In Demand Workplace Skills is designed to transform your career trajectory! In today's competitive workplace, success relies not just on technical expertise but on mastering essential soft skills.
This session covers a spectrum of vital soft skills, from communication and leadership to teamwork, creativity, time management, and adaptability. Engage in dynamic learning through hands-on activities tailored to address the unique challenges professionals face today.
Investing in your soft skills is investing in your success. Stand out in a competitive job market, foster a collaborative work environment, and tackle challenges with resilience. Ready to take your career to the next level? Your success story starts here!
Attendees will:
- Learn about the 12 essential People Skills that are in demand for top employers.
- Learn how to self-assess their top strengths and challenges within the 12 skills.
- Be provided suggestions on how to develop healthy, attainable goals surrounding their challenge areas.
- Leave feeling both equipped and inspired to continue learning how to develop and master the top in-demand People Skills!
About the Presenter:
Kelsey Neff (she/her) improves workplace climate and culture with an intentional focus on two areas - systems and people. By identifying barriers to success on an individual and organizational level she works to improve policies, procedures, and professional relationships. She practices the tenets of servant leadership and believes that excellence happens when you focus on both a big-picture vision as well as the day-to-day operations to make it a reality. Kelsey is an experienced trainer and has presented at local, state, national, and international education conferences. Her 10-year career in nonprofit management has created a foundation in strategic planning, assessment and evaluation, grant writing and management, professional development, and community organizing. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology.
Influence Without Authority: Leadership as an Individual Contributor
Learn essential leadership skills to excel as an individual contributor, making a significant impact without pursuing managerial roles.
Meeting ID: 995 3874 6905
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Author and CEO coach Kim Scott says that there are two types of star employees: "superstars" and "rockstars." While superstars are gunning for promotions, rockstars are grounding themselves as experts in their roles. According to recent research, most individual contributors (62%) plan to stay in IC roles over becoming a manager.
How can ICs take ownership of their career growth, leverage their knowledge and skills, and make an impact without climbing the ladder? In this workshop we'll dive into the leadership skills all "rockstars" need to become influential contributors: building trusting workplace relationships, managing up, carving out a niche area of expertise, and connecting the dots from your role to the organizational mission.
Attendees will:
- Gain insight into their unique position of influence within the organization.
- Explore the influential skills of relationship building, managing up, honing expertise, and aligning work to the organizational mission.
- Understand how to leverage leadership skills to influence others regardless of title, tenure, or role.
- Identify one skill they want to strategically focus on for the next month.
About the Presenter:
Catherine Burns (she/her) is the Senior Trainer & Content Developer on the Learning & Development team at UCOP. Her area of focus is supporting the development of emotional intelligence and people skills in all leaders to create organizations that are more cohesive, inclusive, and impactful. Prior to her work at UCOP, she trained and coached teams, managers, and CEOs throughout the Bay Area as a leadership trainer at LifeLabs Learning, and developed a leadership curriculum for girl-identified youth and the adults who serve them as the National Training Director at Girls Leadership. She learned many of her own leadership lessons trial-by-fire style in front of a room of teenagers as a middle and high school teacher.
Leading with Trust
Explore building trust in yourself, with others, and within your organization, discovering strategies to enhance communication and active listening skills.
Meeting ID: 932 2743 3274
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Trust is the most important element of building strong collaborative relationships but is frequently the one thing that undermines organizational success. We will take a deep dive into the necessary behaviors and mindset for building self-trust, trust with others, and organizational trust. In this workshop participants will discover their blind spots and takeaway strategies to implement in their career and life.
Attendees will learn:
- The fundamentals of building trust
- The 13 behaviors that contribute to the trust of self, with others, and the organization
- The trust killers that can derail the best intentions
- How to improve active listening skills and communication to enhance trust across all dimensions of the organization
About the Presenter:
Jacqueline Wales (she/her) - As a trusted advisor for over 18 years, Jacqueline Wales has worked with many highly accomplished people including academics, entrepreneurs, scientists, and corporate executives, She has helped them increase their self-awareness, confidence, and capabilities so they can take greater ownership and authority in their chosen roles and lead more fulfilling and joyful lives.
She has written extensively on self-awareness, published three books including The Fearless Factor, The Fearless Factor @ Work, and a novel, When The Crow Sings, and founder of three best-in-class online personal development programs including Transformational Strategies for Success; Elevating Leadership Maximizing Success: From Chaos to Clarity: Redefining Your Relationship to Uncertainty; and Leading With Trust: The Foundation for Organizational Success.
She is also a TEDx speaker on Unleashing The Power of Fear: The Secret to Success and Happiness; a professionally trained singer, holds a black belt in Shotokan karate, and is an accomplished cook. She lives in Vallejo, CA with her husband of 44 years and their dog.
Mastering Memory to Unlock Your Potential & Enhance Professional Success
Unlock powerful memory skills to enhance professional development, lifelong learning, and peak performance, gaining invaluable techniques to easily remember a wide range of information and boost creativity and innovation.
Meeting ID: 965 6983 8682
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Master the fundamental principles for developing powerful memory skills. Learn from the world’s leading memory skills expert! In this very fun & interactive presentation, U.S. Memory Champion & UC Berkeley grad, Chester Santos – “The International Man of Memory” will help you to develop life-changing skills to greatly enhance your professional development & lifelong learning.
You will unlock your mind's hidden power to easily remember names, facts/figures, presentations, processes/procedures, famous quotes, foreign languages, software commands/directories, complex terminology, laws/statutes, exam/training material, and much more.
This entertaining, educational, and "memorable" program will help you discover your hidden potential and will give you a road map to more professional success & peak performance.
Key takeaways:
- Develop your visualization ability, creativity, and imagination
- Better retain learned information and consolidate knowledge for enhanced professional & personal development
- Become a more effective and persuasive speaker by learning to give presentations without notes
- Impress clients, potential clients, and colleagues by better demonstrating your knowledge and expertise
- Learn why neuroscientists insist that broadening your "knowledge base" is the key to creativity and innovation
- Leverage how human memory works to make your company's messaging and event programming more "memorable"
About the Presenter:
Chester Santos (he/him), “The International Man of Memory,” has left an impression on all corners of the earth. With his unique ability to not only demonstrate extraordinary feats of the mind, but also educate others to do the same, this U.S. Memory Champion is widely regarded to be the world’s leading memory skills expert. Through his entertaining & educational television and movie appearances, professional seminars, and best-selling books, Chester has helped millions of people around the world to realize the benefits of an improved memory and sharper mind.
He is highly sought-after by the media for his exceptional skills and expertise. CNN, ABC, PBS, NBC, CBS, BBC, and the Science Channel have all featured Chester and his memory building tips for viewers. When newspapers and magazines need memory improvement tips for their readers, they also seek out Chester Santos. He has been quoted in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, San Francisco Chronicle, Washington Post, and most recently, TIME Magazine featured his advice for remembering numbers in a December 2018 Special Edition entitled, “The Science of Memory”. The 2020 documentary film, "David vs. Goliath" features Chester Santos and his memory skills training.
Chester is also a best-selling author. His first book, “Instant Memory Training for Success”, was published by leading academic publisher John Wiley & Sons (Wiley) in 2016. It quickly became a bestseller in WHSmith stores across the UK and also on the Amazon UK website in multiple categories. Chester’s second book, “Mastering Memory: Techniques to Turn Your Brain from a Sieve to a Sponge”, was published by leading nonfiction publisher Sterling Publishing (Sterling) in 2018. It is featured in the Psychology section of almost every Barnes&Noble store across the USA. Chester’s books have been acquired by 246 public libraries worldwide.
As the preeminent thought leader on memory skills and their effect on one’s professional, personal, and academic success, Chester has been booked to give presentations in over 30 countries. He has entertained and educated people of varying backgrounds, including executives for CEO Clubs International and YPO, investment professionals for NASDAQ and CreditSuisse, students for organizations at Berkeley, Stanford, and Harvard, and even actors for the Screen Actors Guild (SAG-AFTRA) Foundation.
His keynote speaking credits include TEDx with some of the nation’s most highly regarded professors and scientists, the prestigious Talks at Google program featuring “the world’s most influential thinkers, creators, makers and doers”, and the International Festival of Brilliant Minds in Puebla that had him speaking to an audience of 5000 people along with Nobel Prize winners, Pulitzer Prize winners, and other luminaries.
Chester Santos is also the personal memory and mind coach to some notable celebrities, politicians, professional athletes, and high-powered executives.
He has studied at the University of California, Berkeley, Golden Gate University, and the University of California, Hastings College of the Law.
Using AI Productively at Work, Home, & Job Hunting
Discover the basics of Generative AI, its potential uses, risks, and impact on productivity, exploring practical applications, ethics, job search implications, and opportunities for career development and creativity.
Meeting ID: 948 7250 8905
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Generative Artificial Intelligence (Generative AI) has democratized access to Artificial Intelligence, but what are good ways to use it, what are some of the risks, and how do we use AI to accelerate our productivity? A non-technical discussion about what you need to know about how artificial intelligence, machine learning, and generative AI work. Examine various use cases, explore how students and peers have been adopting AI, consider ethics and inclusion, understand what AI means for your job search, and find out how it can open doors to learning, creativity, and problem-solving. Generative AI can be a great partner to discover career paths, learn ways to upskill, expand your creative outlets, and open doors to new opportunities.
Attendees will learn:
- How AI, Machine Learning, and generative AI work in layperson's terms.
- Where you will find AI in daily life - and back story on the peril and potential of AI
- Popular uses for generative AI like ChatGPT at work, home, and play
- Where to go to learn more AI skills
- How AI can help and hinder your job search
About the Presenter:
Jill Finlayson (she/her) is the Managing Director of the CITRIS Innovation Hub which features the Workforce Innovation Program, Visiting Innovators Program, and emerging tech programs. Jill formerly led the EDGE in Technology Initiative at the University of California which focuses on expanding diversity and gender equity in tech. Student-related activities at CITRIS include the annual EDGE in Tech Symposium, Startup Challenge Labs, and Data Discovery projects. She also co-leads a UC Systemwide Inclusive Innovation and Equitable Entrepreneurship (I2E2) initiative. Jill hosts a Future of Work podcast and a Leaders in DEI Speaker Webinar Series. Prior to Berkeley, she led mentorship and startup programs for Singularity University, the Toys category at eBay, an online community for social entrepreneurs at the Skoll Foundation, marketing at Silicon Valley startups, and Striking Poverty at the World Bank. She has mentored global TechWomen, startup founders, and student innovators. Finlayson is a graduate of UC Berkeley.
Sound Healing
Take a break to tune into self-compassion through gently guided breathwork, nature imagery, and the calming sounds of alchemy crystal singing bowls. Singing bowls can support the brain entering a theta state (or pre-sleep) and help you access the benefits of a regulated nervous system.
Preparing for a virtual sound session with Joy:
- Connect with your best speakers (phone, computer, or headphones) to hear the sounds clearly. Your wifi will impact the quality of the livestream.
- Notice what your body needs. Find a comfortable place to rest. If seated or lying down, consider how to support your neck and lower back. Maybe you prefer to gently stretch or walk outside for fresh air during this break.
- Remember singing bowls should never cause any physical pain. If you experience physical discomfort --for any reason– please be kind to your body by removing yourself from this virtual experience.
About Joy Evans:
Joy Evans, MSW combines trauma-healing with sound and forest therapy to lead people out of the perpetual stress response, to reconnect with the details of the senses, and return to clarity, centered self, and calm.
Rest and realign your energy during a sound healing with alchemy crystal singing bowls, connect with the sacred earth on a guided forest bathing walk, and join Joy’s community events to honor the healing rhythms of the moon and seasons. Joy welcomes all, especially LGBTQ+ siblings and BIPOC to her in-person and online gatherings. Learn more at joyevansmsw.com/soundhealing.
Afternoon Keynote: Dr. Deepak Chopra
Experience an illuminating keynote with Dr. Deepak Chopra on The Future of Well-Being and the Awakened Life. Explore the multifaceted nature of well-being, extending beyond physical health to encompass emotional, mental, and spiritual dimensions. Discover the interplay between well-being and an awakened existence, highlighting the significance of self-awareness and holistic life care. Dr. Chopra will present cutting-edge research and offer insights into the expansive scope of well-being and the pivotal influence of consciousness in fostering health and happiness, providing a roadmap to personal growth and success.
About Dr. Deepak Chopra:
Deepak Chopra MD, FACP, FRCP is a world-renowned pioneer in integrative medicine and personal transformation, the Founder of the The Chopra Foundation, and co-founder of Chopra Global, a modern healthcare company positioned at the intersection of science, spirituality, and transformation. He is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Endocrinology, and Metabolism. He is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians, a member of the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, and a Clinical Professor in Medicine at the University of California, San Diego. Read more about Deepak.
Closing Remarks: AVC Eugene Whitlock J.D.
About Eugene Whitlock:
Eugene Whitlock, J.D., UC Berkeley’s Chief People & Culture Officer and Associate Vice Chancellor-Human Resources. Eugene leads a 100-person human resources department including talent acquisition, people and organization development, employee and labor relations, total rewards, diversity equity, inclusion and belonging, and human resources information systems. Eugene also serves on the governing board of the American Research Universities-Human Resources Institute and the Human Resources Leadership Council for the University of California. During his time at UC Berkeley, Eugene has emphasized the creation of a workplace where everyone can be themselves and feel like they belong. Read his full bio.
Map Your Success Wrap-Up Party
Co-Hosts: Ying Kuah and Lisa Rykert, NOW Conference Co-Chairs
Join us for this fun and casual finale of our full day of learning! In this brief and engaging session, we’ll celebrate our collective achievements and reflect on the highlights of the event. It's the perfect way to wrap up the day and connect with your peers through a mix of polls, chat shares, and breakout discussions in a relaxed, friendly vibe. This activity will not be recorded.
