This is a virtual program; participants must have a computer & good internet connection with proper audio & video functioning. Active participation is required at all workshops. We spend two sessions on each topic: the first is a workshop focused on a specifc topic and the second is a facilitated discussion of how to apply the lessons learned.
YEAR 1 GROUP / 8 - 9:15 AM on Wednesdays
Mentors:
Mary Allen - 1st SVP, Deputy CHRO, New York Community Bank
Christine Shiebler - Attorney, Futterman, Lanza & Pasculli, LLP
Meeting Dates: Nov 16, Nov 30, Dec 14, Jan 4, Jan 18, Feb 1, Feb 15, Mar 1, Mar 15, Mar 29, Apr 12 & Apr 26
YEAR 1 GROUP / 12 Noon - 1:15 PM on Tuesdays
Mentors:
Liz Vickers - VP of Sales, What Now Media Group
Meaghan Zanfardino - Sr Credit Officer, M&T Bank
Meeting Dates: Nov 15, Nov 29, Dec 13, Jan 3, Jan 17, Jan 31, Feb 14, Feb 28, Mar 14, Mar 28, Apr 11 & Apr 25
YEAR 1 CURRICULUM
Executive Bios / Personal Branding
An introduction of the program will includes writing a professional bio and sharing what we hope to get out of the program. Learn to brand yourself in a positive, professional way.
The Art of Networking
Networking has become a critical element for growing a career and/or business. In this session, we work with the Mentees to design their own custom commercial and teach effective networking practices.
DISC: Understanding and Working with Different Personalities
Understand how you and others are "wired". We'll examine personality types and provide insight into why some interactions are successful and others struggle, and what you can do about it.
Difficult Conversations
Everyone deals with difficult conversations and difficult personalities. We will discuss various scenarios and how to manage those conversations for better outcomes.
Nego-SHE-ating Skills
Women typically struggle to be proficient in this skill. During this workshop we role-play in order to see how we react to certain negotiating tactics, and how to develop a few of our own.
Leadership and Attentive Listening
Learn traits you can cultivate within yourself so others view you as a leader. Leadership excels when others feel empowered to follow a direction, which includes listening to feedback, ideas and concerns. Learn how to be an active, attentive and reflective listener using all senses so others will follow you to help you become a stronger leader.
YEAR 2 GROUP / 8:00 - 9:15 AM on Tuesdays
Mentors
Barbara DeMatteo - Director of HR Consulting, Portnoy, Messinger Pearl & Associates
Willa Smith - Business Advisor, NYS Small Business Development Center at Stony Brook
Meeting Dates: Nov 15, Nov 29, Dec 13, Jan 3, Jan 17, Jan 31, Feb 14, Feb 28, Mar 14, Mar 28, Apr 11 & Apr 25
YEAR 2 GROUP / 12 Noon - 1:15 on Wednesdays
Mentors
Anne Barrett - Director of HR, Wellbridge Addiction
Abbe Meehan - President, TEC Resource Center
Meeting Dates: Nov 16, Nov 30, Dec 14, Jan 4, Jan 18, Feb 1, Feb 15, Mar 1, Mar 15, Mar 29, Apr 12 & Apr 26
YEAR 2 CURRICULUM
Goal Setting
Establishing SMART Goals is the first step toward planning your career. Learn how to pick the right ones and how to stay on track to accomplish them.
Presenting Yourself Virtually
Virtual meeting skills (how you appear/how you present) and enhancing your elevator pitch.
DISC: Understanding Different Personalities
Facilitated Discussion on DISC
Understanding the different personalities and how it can increase your leadership skills. Difference between Managers and Leaders.
The Female Advantage
Leveraging EQ and how to increase our own EQ. Competence vs Confidence.
Working in Teams
Learn skills to accomplish more as a team.
The Road to My Future
Bring together the lessons learned to put your pan into place
YEAR 4 GROUP / 8:00 - 9:15 AM on Fridays
Mentor: Laura Joseph, Sales Performance Consultant
Meeting Dates: Nov 18, Dec 2, Dec 15, Jan 6, Jan 20, Feb 3, Feb 17, Mar 3, Mar 17, Mar 31, Apr 14 & Apr 28
YEAR 4 CURRICULUM
Nov 18 - Goal Setting
Understanding and using the GROW Model for professional and personal goals.
Dec 2 - Goal Setting Follow-Up
Facilitated discussion on goals and strategies for delivering on them.
Dec 16 - Financial Acumen
Understanding corporate finances and developing personal strategies for future financial growth and stability.
Jan 6 - Effective Communication Skills
Review and discussion of TED Talk by Celeste Headlee on 10 Ways to have Better Conversation.
Jan 20 - Leadership Communication
Facilitated discussion using LinkedIn Learning on Improving Your Leadership Communication.
Feb 3 - Articulating Your Value Within the Organization
Facilitated discussion using LinkedIn Learning on Articulating Your Value.
Feb 17 - Nego-SHE-iate Your Worth
Review and discussion of Ted Talk Know Your Worth and Then Ask for It by Casey Brown
Mar 3 - Why So Few Women Leaders?
Review and discussion of Sheryl Sandberg's TED Talk on Why We Have So Few Women Leaders.
Mar 17 - Inspirational Leadership
Review and discussion of Simon Sinek's TED Talk on How Great Leaders Inspire Action.
Mar 31 - Leadership Skills
Facilitated discussion on LinkedIn Learning on Leadership Skills for the Future.
Mar 31 - Leadership Skills
Internal discussion on Linkedin course Leadership Skills for the Future
Apr 14 - Moving On with Moxxie
A cumulative discussion on lessons learned and applying them for future growth.
Apr 28 - Goals Revisited or In-person Panel Event
At the end of the Year 4 program, the participants will host a networking event which includes a panel discussion featuring them as the panelists. The topic is Challenges Being Seen as a Leader.