Speaking Engagements
Cultivate Connections by Mastering Listening Intelligence
Online presentation on September 12 for the Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards (CLARB) as part of their ongoing leadership program.
Communication is key to any successful leader and part of good communication is good listening. This presentation will share information about the four listening styles, as well as practical tips on how to overcome communication challenges with a diverse team.
CLARB is opening registration to this free live webinar to anyone - register here.
Take Flight from the Hot Seat: Listening Intelligence in Meetings and Interviews
When you're in the hot seat of convincing others in a meeting or acing an interview, this presentation offered several tips on building your abilities in confidence, agility, and mirroring others' interests, using lessons from listening intelligence and bird characteristics.
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Presented August 23, 2024, with these takeaways:
• Learning about listening habits and interests to improve the chances your message will land
• Discovering tips to ensure that you are heard
• Positioning yourself with confidence
Attendee response:
"Dori, this was really insightful and quite amazing."
"Thank you Dori. Amazing presentation. Great practical tips for interviews."
"Fantastic, loved the bird metaphors!"
Listening Intelligence and Influence for Project Managers
Dori joined Dr. Tony Prensa July 24, 2024, in an interview-style webinar where she connected elements of influence with the ability to create rapport through Listening Intelligence.
Attendees enjoyed the information on Listening Intelligence and how to improve listening and impact with their teams and executives.
Listening Intelligence and Project Leadership
Communication Agility in Project Management
Dori spoke to Project Management Institute, Phoenix Chapter. Leveraging PMI's Power Skills report, Dori covered the ability to describe and influence with clarity, emotional agility, and listening.
From Tori King, event organizer:
"Dori has an exceptional talent for making the complex art of communication seem simple and accessible. Her session on Communication Agility for the PMI PHX Chapter was a masterclass in clarity and engagement. She artfully demonstrated how effective communication strategies could transform project management challenges into opportunities for growth and success.
Dori's ability to connect with her audience, coupled with her practical insights, provided immediate value to our members. I highly recommend Dori for her expertise in skill speaking and storytelling that motivates and enlightens professionals at all levels."
The Brag Book: A Portfolio of Success
Spoke to a private networking group about creating a portfolio of their work, accomplishments, awards, and certifications as a leave-behind for interviewers in the job search process.
Energize Your Career Search
Spoke to job seekers about how to re-energize themselves in job search.