Step into the dynamic world of multigenerational workplaces as we explore Gallup’s latest research on how diverse generations approach their work and shape the modern workplace. As each generation brings unique perspectives and expectations, understanding the intricacies of their life experiences becomes essential for fostering collaboration and harmony in their organizations. Don’t miss this enriching session that goes beyond stereotypes, offering actionable strategies to create a workplace where every generation can contribute their best, fostering innovation and driving organizational success.

Objectives:

• Explore Gallup’s latest research findings on how different generations approach their work, emphasizing their distinct values, preferences and expectations.
• Gain insights into the life experiences that have significantly impacted each generation, shaping their attitudes and approaches to work and life.
• Learn practical strategies for fostering collaboration and understanding among different generations in the workplace, creating a harmonious and inclusive culture.

Effective assessment techniques are integral to coaching, offering coaches valuable insights into clients’ strengths, areas for growth and overall progress. Utilizing assessments empowers coaches to customize their approach, monitor client development and gauge the impact of their coaching strategies. Join an expert panel of coaches to explore the intricate landscape of using assessments in coaching, providing you with actionable insights to elevate your coaching practice and empower your clients.

Objectives:

• Understand the role assessments play in the ability to focus on what is important for the client and explore strategies for translating assessment findings into actionable steps for client development.
• Discover how to skillfully leverage assessment outcomes to refine your coaching expertise and customize your approach to more effectively address your clients’ unique needs.
• Uncover ways you can “meet your client where they are at” and tools to help you coach around their existing assessments.

Many managers are thrust into hiring roles without formal training, leading to challenges and high-stakes learning through trial and error. As the labor market tightens, the importance of mastering the hiring process cannot be overstated. This session equips managers with practical tips, tools and best practices to navigate the complexities of recruiting and hiring effectively. Explore the pivotal role of hiring managers, the common challenges they face, and the significant impact hiring decisions have on candidates, teams, organizations, and clients. From prepping for interviews to decision-making considerations and closing candidates, this session provides a comprehensive guide to elevate your hiring game.

Objectives:

• Understand the pivotal role of hiring in organizational success and its impact on candidates, teams and the overall business, while also recognizing the responsibilities of hiring managers and the common challenges they encounter in the hiring process.
• Uncover best practices for identifying and interviewing candidates, while also learning strategies to foster a positive and impactful candidate experience.
• Acquire actionable insights and tools to enhance the effectiveness of your recruitment and hiring initiatives.

According to a Gallup survey, about three in four employees in the U.S. experience workplace burnout at least sometimes — and about one in four experience burnout either “very often” or “always.” What is burnout, and what does it mean for an employee experiencing it? What kind of impact does it have on an organization? Step into this session dedicated to understanding, identifying and combating burnout. Participants will gain insights into recognizing the early indicators of burnout for themselves and their teams, learn how to prevent burnout by leveraging CliftonStrengths, and discover how to create a resilient, strengths-based approach to work that not only enhances wellbeing but also boosts productivity and engagement.

Objectives:

• Uncover the holistic nature of burnout — what it looks like and sounds like.
• Learn how to identify early indicators of burnout for yourself and your team and ways to prevent burnout or catch it early.
• Discover how dominant talents might contribute to burnout and then what strengths-based coping mechanisms could align with an individual strengths profile.

Decades of Gallup’s engagement research can be distilled into this core idea: Prioritizing both engagement and strengths enables organizations to cultivate enduring high performance by emulating the conditions found in their most successful teams. Join this session to learn practical tips and strategies for leveraging CliftonStrengths to engage your team, effectively leading to tangible benefits such as reduced absenteeism, lower turnover and enhanced overall performance. From identifying and harnessing natural patterns of thought, feeling and behavior to creating a culture of involvement and value, you’ll leave equipped with actionable insights to drive sustainable high performance within your organization.

Objectives:

• Gain insights into Gallup’s approach to combining strengths and engagement in various opportunities for learning and development.
• Explore best practices employed by top-performing organizations in disseminating engagement initiatives throughout their teams.
• Learn practical tips and strategies for applying CliftonStrengths to engage teams effectively, fostering a culture of involvement, value and belonging.

Half of U.S. workers — called blenders — want to blend work and life, while the other half — splitters — don’t. Both types of employees can be highly engaged and productive, but managers must be able to identify and manage around their preferences to avoid lower engagement, feelings of disrespect and burnout for all. This session will equip you with the knowledge and tools to navigate the nuances of workstyle preferences. You will gain a deep understanding of the differences between these two distinct approaches to work and discover effective strategies for managing and optimizing the performance of diverse teams. Leave with actionable insights on how to foster collaboration and maximize engagement in an environment that accommodates both splitters and blenders.

Objectives:

• Gain a clear understanding of the fundamental differences between splitters and blenders in terms of workstyle preferences, communication styles and approaches to collaboration.
• Acquire practical tips and strategies for maximizing individual and team performance based on workstyle preferences.
• Learn how to tailor leadership and management approaches to bring out the best in both splitters and blenders.

Gallup research shows that at the managerial level, organizations fail to pick high-talent candidates 82% of the time. The trouble isn’t a lack of talent. The problem is stagnant mindsets, outdated practices, poor data, and ineffective succession planning strategies. Organizations are making quick decisions to fill gaps in leadership teams rather than taking a purposeful approach to proactively identifying and developing the organization’s next generation of leaders. Join this session to dive into the intricacies of strategic succession planning and career development, equipping you with the knowledge and tools to navigate the complex intersection of potential and performance in career development.

Objectives:

• Learn how to clarify the purpose and desired outcomes of succession planning and career development, emphasizing its critical role in the current organizational landscape.
• Understand precisely what potential means and the difference between potential and performance. Learn objective measurement techniques to identify and nurture potential within your talent pool.
• Challenge traditional methods such as the bell curve and the 9-box grid, and discover new, effective approaches for assessing the success of your succession and career development processes.

Drawing from Gallup’s extensive research on the experiences of Black Americans in the workforce, this session will explore the often overlooked yet critical aspect of workplace culture: the unwritten rules that influence employees’ confidence in reaching their career goals. From informal norms to unspoken expectations, participants will gain valuable insights into the factors that contribute to employees’ perceptions of their ability to succeed and thrive in their careers. Additionally, we will explore the alignment between these unwritten rules and formal performance standards, shedding light on the disparities that may exist between perception and reality in the workplace.

Objectives:

• Explore employees’ perceptions of the importance of specific types of informal or unspoken rules for advancement and promotion at their organization.
• Examine differences in employees’ confidence levels in navigating their career paths successfully.
• Discuss strategies for promoting transparency, equity and inclusivity in workplace cultures to empower all employees to pursue and achieve their career goals.

Unlock the secrets to transforming your team into a powerhouse of collaboration and high performance. Gallup’s analysis of over 11,000 teams reveals a groundbreaking finding: Strengths awareness is twice as influential as composition of strengths within a team. In this breakout session, discover how understanding each team member’s strengths can significantly enhance collaboration, communication and overall team performance. Learn from real-world examples of organizations leveraging CliftonStrengths to build cohesive, strengths-aware teams that surpass traditional notions of talent composition.

Objectives:

• Explore the principles of creating strengths-aware teams without micromanaging talents.
• Learn how to foster collaboration by ensuring that team members understand each other’s strengths.
• Extract practical insights from case studies and success stories from organizations that have successfully used CliftonStrengths to enhance team effectiveness.

Coaching leaders from different countries requires a nuanced understanding of the unique perspectives, beliefs and values of the culture they represent. Join this session to dive into the art of incorporating cultural differences into your coaching approach. Understand the nuances of building trust and rapport across diverse international landscapes and discover strategies for challenging respectfully while fostering inclusivity. This session goes beyond theory, providing practical guidance on enhancing self-awareness for coaches, leaders and team members alike.

Objectives:

• Develop an acute awareness of cultural nuances and differences in coaching interactions by being able to recognize the impact of cultural backgrounds on an individual’s perspective.
• Understand the importance of trust in navigating coaching relationships across diverse cultural landscapes and learn strategies for building trust and rapport that transcend cultural boundaries.
• Explore effective communication strategies that promote growth and development without undermining trust and develop skills for respectfully challenging leaders from different cultural backgrounds.

The future of the office has arrived — and it is hybrid. Gallup has found that eight in 10 remote-capable workers are currently hybrid or fully remote. But 80% of hybrid workers have not received any formal training on how to best work in a hybrid environment, and 73% of hybrid managers and senior leaders are equally unprepared to lead hybrid teams. Hybrid work requires teams and managers to work differently. This session is your guide to successfully navigating the complexities of hybrid work.

Objectives:

• Explore the varied experiences of individuals with different strengths in the context of engagement needs in a hybrid and remote work environment.
• Gain actionable tips and strategies for supporting employees in applying their strengths to maximize effectiveness in a hybrid or remote work setting.
• Uncover tips for restructuring team dynamics to align with the demands of hybrid work, fostering collaboration, communication and productivity.

In a development-focused work culture, feedback isn’t merely a top-down directive — it’s a vital component of growth and collaboration. However, many individuals perceive feedback as criticism delivered too late to be truly constructive. This session aims to transform feedback into a catalyst for positive change by exploring the power of meaningful conversations. From understanding the why and how of engaging in constructive dialogue, to clarifying the purpose behind your feedback, participants will gain insights into fostering a culture of continuous improvement and mutual appreciation.

Objectives:

• Learn how to clarify the objectives behind feedback, ensuring it is purposeful and actionable, and how to lead with positive intent while effectively addressing performance challenges.
• Explore ways to approach difficult conversations from a strengths perspective, leveraging individual strengths for constructive feedback exchanges.
• Understand common barriers to giving feedback, such as the Drama Triangle, and gain strategies for overcoming them.

Do you want to grow your managers and help them reach their full potential? A Gallup study found that managers who received upskilling had 10% to 22% higher engagement, 8% to 18% higher team engagement and 21% to 28% lower turnover than their peers who didn’t. Manager upskilling is one of the hottest terms for HR and OD professionals, yet the true meaning and scope of upskilling often remain unclear. By the end of this session, you will have a clear understanding of what manager upskilling includes and how to create a framework for it in your organization, including some practical tools and tips. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to upskill your managers and boost your organization’s performance!

Objectives:

• Understand what manager upskilling is and why it is vital for your organization’s success.
• Learn how to distinguish between different elements of manager development, such as talent, strengths, training, skills and competencies, and how they relate to a development framework.
• Explore how to balance the transactional and transformational aspects of manager development, such as technical skills, project management, communication, delegation, emotional intelligence, agility and resilience.
• Discover how to design a development path for upskilling managers that aligns with your organization’s goals, culture and business conditions.

Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award-winning organizations deliver an unparalleled employee experience and maintain the highest levels of engagement. These organizations have mastered driving employee engagement throughout each stage of the employee life cycle to elevate the employee experience. In this dynamic panel discussion, Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award winners will share their strategies and best practices that have propelled them to the forefront of workplace excellence.

Objectives:

• Discover proven strategies to engage your workforce and drive a thriving workplace culture.
• Explore different ways organizations are establishing robust listening strategies to collect and act upon employee feedback to drive continuous improvement.
• Acquire insights into how top organizations navigate change and proactively adapt to emerging workplace trends, ensuring sustained employee engagement in times of transformation.
• Gain practical tips for overcoming barriers to engagement, enabling you to proactively mitigate challenges and enhance overall workplace satisfaction.

From theory to practice, this interactive session will equip you with insights and techniques to elevate the effectiveness of your coaching. Our expert speakers will guide you through the art of active listening techniques, crafting powerful questions and mastering the skill of reframing in coaching. Learn practical strategies for translating abstract concepts into actionable steps, harnessing your CliftonStrengths to drive meaningful change and transformation. Don’t miss this opportunity to unlock your coaching potential and take your practice to new heights.

Objectives:

• Practice deep listening while leveraging CliftonStrengths signature themes to attune to clients’ unique communication styles and preferences.
• Explore the art of crafting powerful questions that provoke thought and stimulate client reflection, and learn how to utilize CliftonStrengths themes to tailor questions that resonate with clients’ innate talents and motivations.
• Understand how to bridge the gap between abstract concepts and practical actions, guiding clients towards tangible outcomes.

Workplace flexibility has become integral to employee satisfaction, productivity and organizational success, which is why understanding the different nuances is vital for organizations. Join this session to learn what Gallup has found through its latest research on employee expectations of flexibility in the workplace. Explore ways organizations provide flexibility through creative programs for remote-capable and non-remote-capable employees alike. This session promises valuable insights and strategies to navigate the evolving realm of workplace flexibility.

Objectives:

• Gain insight into why flexibility matters, what employees expect, and how flexibility directly impacts employee satisfaction, productivity and overall wellbeing.
• Examine the nuanced definition of flexibility based on the nature of different job roles and learn how to customize flexible work arrangements that align with the unique demands of various positions.
• Explore creative approaches to instill flexibility, even in traditionally inflexible job roles.

In the ever-evolving realm of leadership, the adage “what got you here won’t get you there” holds more truth than ever. The leadership landscape is transforming rapidly, and the skills that served leaders in the past may no longer suffice. As the pace of change accelerates, there’s a critical need for leaders to adapt their approach in alignment with the shifting needs of the workforce. Join this session to explore the changing dynamics of the workforce and understand how leadership must evolve to sustain impact, along with the critical skills, talents and competencies that will define effective leadership in the future. Whether you are identifying high-potential leaders or seeking to enhance your own leadership capabilities, this session provides valuable insights to navigate the path forward.

Objectives:

• Gain insights into the evolving needs of the workforce and how they influence the expectations placed on leaders.
• Explore the ways in which leaders need to be different and show up differently to meet the demands of the future and identify the key qualities that will define successful leaders.
• Understand the expectations, performance management criteria and support mechanisms future-ready leaders require for success.

Wellbeing matters. Subjective wellbeing — as measured through survey research — has been linked to an extensive array of outcomes relevant to communities and organizations. In workplaces, wellbeing closely predicts absenteeism, performance, turnover, employee engagement and healthcare utilization. Thriving employees fuel a thriving workplace — and when employees are struggling, experiencing negative emotions or feeling burned out, your organization can suffer. Join us for a conversation on the global state of wellbeing and how it is impacting your organization. Guided by Gallup data, we’ll explore global emotional trends, social connectedness, mental health and what it means, ultimately, to be well.

Objectives:

• Examine the intersections of mental health, emotional resilience and workplace productivity, recognizing the critical role of employee wellbeing in driving organizational success.
• Discuss strategies for fostering a culture of wellbeing within organizations, including initiatives to support mental health, promote social connectedness and cultivate an environment where employees can thrive.
• Reflect on the implications of global wellbeing trends for organizational leadership and management practices, identifying opportunities for prioritizing employee wellbeing and creating a healthier, more resilient workplace culture.

Unlock the secrets to mastering executive coaching in this session designed for seasoned and aspiring coaches alike. Explore strategies to establish unwavering credibility with executives, common leadership topics and challenges, and the delicate art of balancing coaching and advising. The session will go beyond theory, providing practical insights on structuring impactful coaching interventions that resonate with executives. Attendees will leave armed with a tool kit of best practices, ready to make a lasting impact in the dynamic world of executive coaching.

Objectives:

• Learn techniques to establish and enhance credibility when coaching executives and explore best practices that maximize the overall impact of coaching interventions at the executive level.
• Discover strategies for maintaining a balance between coaching and advising in executive coaching sessions.
• Understand how to create awareness in executives regarding their leadership strengths and areas for development.

In a world of constant evolution, the ability to lead change within an organization has become a critical competency for leaders. Leaders must pay attention to the shifts around them and lead purposeful efforts to adapt structures, practices and mindsets to that changing reality. Keys to success include being able to communicate clearly, lead and support change, and inspire confidence in the future. But that all sounds easier than it is, right? Join this session to explore the latest research and scientific insights and leave with practical, turnkey tools for leaders driving change within their organizations.

Objectives:

• Understand the science behind successful change initiatives and why change is not just necessary, but a strategic imperative.
• Discover how leaders can set clear and meaningful goals, inspire purposeful adaptation and align their teams with a shared vision.
• Uncover communication strategies to foster trust and assurance among teams.

When thinking about career growth, many focus on what’s next — the next promotion or the next rung on the career ladder. But what if we told you there is a better way? Join this session to explore the essence of a fulfilling career and understand not just the “what’s next,” but also the “why” and “how.” This session offers a holistic perspective on career development, emphasizing strengths, key experiences and strategic feedback. It’s time not just to climb the career ladder but to do so with purpose, playing to your strengths every step of the way.

Objectives:

• Understand the concept of a strengths-based career development approach and its significance in achieving sustained career growth.
• Explore key experiences that can act as catalysts for breakthrough growth opportunities and how to utilize feedback to identify and work on specific competencies, paving the way for targeted career-building strategies.
• Learn best practices for igniting your own career breakthroughs, coaching on career paths and progression, and driving effective career management in your organization.

Do you know what type of leader you are? Your leadership style can determine everything from how you make decisions to how you treat the people on your teams, but can you describe yours? Join this interactive workshop where leadership meets self-discovery — you’ll leave with knowledge about your leadership style and how to develop it and gain awareness of your potential leadership weaknesses. This session will empower leaders with the knowledge and tools for unlocking leadership potential with authenticity.

Objectives:

• Gain insights into the impact of leadership styles on decision-making, communication, team dynamics and overall success.
• Understand Gallup's four strengths-based leadership domains: Relationship Building, Executing, Strategic Thinking and Influencing.
• Explore the strengths associated with each leadership domain to determine your dominant style.
• Learn how to practically apply your strengths-based leadership style in day-to-day leadership scenarios.

Managers worldwide find themselves at a crossroads, grappling with an identity crisis. The landscape of leading a team has undergone seismic shifts, leaving managers with more questions than answers. Gallup has found that managers are less engaged, have lower wellbeing, experience more burnout and are more at risk of leaving their organization when compared to the teams they manage. It used to be the opposite. Join this session to uncover conditions providing resistance to the full effect of managers. More importantly, learn how to restore managers to their pivotal role in driving organizational success.

Objectives:

• Explore the changes for managers leading teams post-pandemic and understand how these changes have contributed to the managerial identity crisis.
• Delve into the potential risks and rewards for organizations in optimizing manager experience.
• Discover ways organizations and leaders can reposition managers back to being the biggest advantage your organization has to grow and sustain performance.

Designed for coaches seeking to enhance their team coaching skills, this session will provide strategies and tools that help unlock the secret to facilitating impactful team coaching sessions. Join two experienced coaches who walk through the art of discerning team needs and how to perform a “team dynamic audit” to identify behaviors and practices to stop, start and continue. Learn how to help a team articulate their personal values and tie them to the team's purpose, while also connecting them to the organization's mission.

Objectives:

• Develop the ability to identify and articulate team needs with clarity by learning to use powerful questioning techniques that prompt teams to express their unique challenges and aspirations.
• Demonstrate proficiency in managing team dynamics by exploring strategies to recognize and address common team characteristics, fostering a harmonious and productive team environment.
• Understand how to help teams articulate their mission and values using a framework to guide them in the collaborative creation of a compelling mission statement and core values.

Embark on a journey into the future of work, where you will hear experts explore Gallup's latest insights on the top workplace trends shaping organizations and the way work happens. Whether you're an organizational leader, HR professional or simply interested in staying ahead of the curve, this panel discussion will provide valuable perspectives and actionable recommendations to guide you in the ever-evolving landscape of work.

Objectives:

• Explore Gallup’s research, unveiling key trends that will help you stay ahead in an ever-changing business environment.
• From technological advancements to shifts in employee expectations, gain a comprehensive understanding of the factors influencing the future workplace.
• Hear what global organizations are currently doing as proactive measures to prepare their workforce for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.