From transformative discussions on leadership and well-being to cutting edge insights into GenAI and workplace dynamics, each session at Uplift 2024 was designed to inspire, challenge, and empower. Explore insights from this year's assembly of thought leaders, innovators, and change-makers
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Crafting the next-gen workforce with Chevron, Cisco, Hilton, and Texas Children's
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Key takeaways
Ruthlessly eliminate non-essential tasks. As organizations are pushed to do more with less, it's critical to evaluate all projects and tasks on a regular basis. This involves understanding the impact and relevance of each task as well as stakeholder needs.
Cultivate a responsive and courageous organizational culture. Build a culture that values transparency, inclusion, and open communication. Facilitate difficult conversations, particularly around sensitive topics like social issues, ensuring that leaders at all levels are equipped to handle these discussions with empathy and understanding.
Perseverance through purpose with Tracee Ellis Ross and Cesalina Gracie
Perseverance through purpose with Tracee Ellis Ross and Cesalina Gracie
A compelling conversation with the renowned actress, producer, and CEO & Founder of PATTERN Beauty, Tracee Ellis Ross. Learn how to identify your purpose, use it to guide decision-making, and overcome challenges.
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Key takeaways
Embrace and leverage fear as a catalyst for growth. Fear can be a constant in leadership. Embracing it rather than avoiding it can lead to personal and professional growth and open up new opportunities that one might not have considered otherwise.
View all feedback through a logical and balanced lens. Critically evaluate feedback and rejection, to discern whether it aligns with your vision or if it's a challenge to overcome. This mindset encourages resilience and a strong sense of self-belief, essential traits for anyone looking to make a significant impact in their field.
Courageous leadership in high-stakes working environments with Lt. Gen. Caroline Miller of the United States Airforce
Courageous leadership in high-stakes working environments with Lt. Gen. Caroline Miller of the United States Airforce
BetterUp co-founder and COO, Eduardo Medina, and Lt. General Caroline Miller, Deputy Chief of Staff for Manpower, Personnel and Services, US Air Force come together to explore how leaders build resilience, adaptability, and courage in the men and women who serve our country. Drawing parallels between complex military operations and fast-paced corporate landscapes, share how to cultivate a culture of courageous leadership.
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Key takeaways
Normalize vulnerability in leadership.Leaders should be open about their challenges, not just to foster a supportive environment, but also to model behavior that encourages others to share and seek help without fear.
Promote resilience through personalized support and innovation. Strive to understand your team members' unique contexts and provide tailored support that acknowledges these individual needs. Coaching programs focus on personal development and mission alignment to foster a more engaged and capable workforce.
The wellness dividend: why investing in employee wellbeing drives business growth
The wellness dividend: why investing in employee wellbeing drives business growth
How can we measure well-being at work? What are the key drivers of workplace wellbeing? Join Jan-Emmanuel De Neve, Professor of Economics and Behavioral Science at the University of Oxford, as he answers these questions and more using data from a groundbreaking study of 17 million employee wellbeing surveys in partnership with the world’s largest job search engine, Indeed.
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Key takeaways
Focus on key drivers of wellbeing to drive impact. While many managers recognize compensation and flexibility as key drivers of employee happiness, wellbeing factors such as belonging, trust, and appreciation are critically underrated.
Enhance psychological safety and trust. Psychological safety is a cornerstone for fostering an environment where employees feel comfortable expressing their ideas, concerns, and feedback without fear of repercussion which are crucial for employee engagement and satisfaction.
Reinventing HR in the age of artificial intelligence with Laszlo Bock and Jeff Hancock
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Key takeaways
Embrace AI for enhancement, not replacement. Organizations should view AI as a tool that augments human capabilities rather than one that replaces them. This approach helps improve managerial skills across the board and builds a stronger, more supportive workplace environment.
Establish trust in AI through transparency and ethics. Trust is a critical factor in the successful integration of AI within organizations. HR leaders should prioritize transparency regarding how AI is used, particularly around data privacy and the ethical implications of AI decisions.
Creativity unlocked: responding to uncertainty with four types of innovation with Martin Seligman, Ph.D.
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Key takeaways
Encourage divergent thinking.Build a culture that values different types of creative thinking—figure-ground reversal, splitting, integration, and distal thinking. By applying these distinct forms of creativity, teams can approach problems from multiple perspectives and devise innovative solutions.
Utilize creativity to enhance empathy and cultural understanding. Creativity can foster deeper empathy and understanding. Encourage teams to think creatively about human experiences, including different cultural backgrounds and perspectives, to enhance products, services, and internal team dynamics.
Scaling excellence with Michael Gervais and Rhonda Morris, VP and CHRO of Chevron
Scaling excellence with Michael Gervais and Rhonda Morris, VP and CHRO of Chevron
Rhonda Morris, Chief Human Resources Officer at Chevron, and Dr. Michael Gervais, renowned high-performance psychologist, discuss the topic of growing leadership capabilities. They share their perspectives on the importance of developing strong leaders, the role of mindset and mental skills in leadership, and the strategies and practices that can help individuals and teams unlock their full potential.
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Key takeaways
Invest in understanding the complete life context of employees, not just their professional personas. This holistic understanding fosters an environment where employees feel valued and understood, contributing to enhanced performance and well-being.
Prioritize recovery as a discipline essential to high performance. Implement structured recovery practices, such as encouraging regular breaks, promoting vacations, and even considering sabbaticals, to prevent burnout and maintain high energy levels.
From the classroom to the cosmos: what courageous leaders do differently
From the classroom to the cosmos: what courageous leaders do differently
Hear from leaders at NASA, New York City Public Schools, County of LA Internal Services Department, and the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs as they discuss the importance of bravery, resilience, and adaptability in navigating uncharted territories, offering valuable and actionable lessons for leaders in any field.
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Key takeaways
Invest in continuous learning, unlearning, and relearning to promote adaptability.This resilience in the face of challenges is crucial not only for personal growth but also for navigating the complexities of leadership roles.
Implement structured programs for personalized development. Leadership academies and expanded coaching programs help leaders and employees align their work with organizational goals and address personal and professional growth needs.
Managers as amplifiers: enhancing individual leadership for organizational success with Linda Aldred
Managers as amplifiers: enhancing individual leadership for organizational success with Linda Aldred
When organizations invest in their managers with targeted development like coaching, their teams experience a 31% increase in performance and a 52% reduction in burnout. Linda Aldred, Executive VP & Chief Human Resources Officer at Texas Children’s, and BetterUp Co-founder & Chief Operating Officer, Eduardo Medina, dive into specific strategies for supporting and investing in managers, creating a ripple effect that drives the entire organization forward.
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Key takeaways
Cultivate a culture of boldness and adventure in leadership. Encourage leaders to challenge the status quo and adopt a spirit of experimentation in their roles. This drives innovation, especially in sectors where rapid advancements and adaptability are crucial.
Encourage leadership at all levels. If all employees feel they can be leaders, they will be empowered to take initiative and act as role models in their respective roles. This leadership culture supports continuous improvement and collective responsibility.
Courageous leaders are critical to realizing the business outcomes that matter most.
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