| Dates Offered | Time | Location | Target Audience |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 1, 2025 | 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. | Virtual Classroom via Zoom (hosted by Institute for Management Studies) | All WashU Staff |
This is part of the Institute for Management Studies (IMS) Leadership Conversations.
These 60-minute IMS live virtual programs provide a quick dive into key topics that are critical to organizations during a time of disruptive change. Packed with actionable learning strategies, participants will experience an interactive virtual program with an IMS thought leader and receive post-session support through micro-learning lessons and a discussion board.
Course Description:
This program unveils groundbreaking research demonstrating how mastering key leadership skills can significantly enhance employee engagement and reduce turnover. He will also explore the surprising science behind why many managers struggle with or outright avoid something as straightforward as expressing gratitude.
Attendees Will Discover:
- How gratitude can help managers recognize the true value of their team’s contributions and uncover untapped potential
- The impact of appreciating employee efforts on motivation and productivity, particularly during periods of change_81% of employees say they would work harder if their boss showed more gratitude
- How leaders can develop this essential skill to strengthen team performance and build trust, featuring the 8 most effective gratitude practices
Facilitator:
Chester Elton is a #1 New York Times Bestselling Business Author, Organizational Culture, Employee Engagement and Leadership Expert. He is one of today’s most influential voices in workplace trends and has spent over two decades helping organizations engage their employees and execute on their strategy, vision, and values. His provocative, inspiring, and always entertaining talks provide real solutions to leaders looking to build culture, drive innovation, and enhance wellness.
Chester is co-author of multiple award-winning, bestselling leadership books, including All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, and Anxiety at Work. His books have been translated into more than 30 languages and have sold 2 million copies worldwide. He is often quoted in publications such as the Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Fast Company, and the New York Times. He has appeared on NBC’s Today, CNN, ABC, MSNBC, National Public Radio and CBS’s 60 Minutes.
In 2022, the Global Gurus research organization ranked him in the top 5 among the world’s top leadership experts. Chester is also a member of Marshall Goldsmith’s 100 Coaches and is a Thinkers 50 Coaching Award winner.
An important note: Once registered in Workday Learning, you will also receive an email with the Zoom link directly from IMS in the week prior to the session.
Questions:
Contact HR Learning and Development
All programs are subject to change.