Leadership Communication: The Science of Persuasion and Inspiration

This workshop is brought to you by EO@INSEAD

Effective communication skills are paramount for senior executives. They need to be able to articulate a strategic vision effectively, and to persuade and inspire their team members.

The goal of this course is to introduce interactive and interpersonal communication skills critical to leaders by developing two kinds of knowledge: conceptual expertise on the art and science of leadership communication, and practical mastery of communication aimed at business audiences.

We aim to introduce concepts that will help you to craft relevant, memorable and clear messages. To understand how to communicate effectively, you will need to understand how the human mind makes sense of messages and ideas.

We will explore the anatomy of ideas and messages, why some ideas stick, and others don’t. Through this process, we will unpack the key elements that help you engage, persuade and inspire your audience, regardless of whether they are clients, bosses, or team members.

Bio

Andy J. Yap is an Associate Professor of Organizational Behaviour at INSEAD and is the Academic Director of the INSEAD Centre for Organizational Research. Professor Yap holds a Ph.D. in Management and Master of Philosophy from Columbia Business School, as well as a Bachelor of Social Science with Honours in Psychology from the National University of Singapore.

Before joining INSEAD, Professor Yap was a faculty member at Massachusetts Institute of Technology Sloan School of Management.

Professor Yap is a social and organizational psychologist. He is a behavioral scientist who studies how people form impressions of leaders, and how these judgments result in outcomes such as motivation, performance, and organizational commitment.

He is an expert on power and politics. He studies how the psychology of power shapes the way leaders take action and make decisions in organizations.

Professor Yap has in-depth experience in leadership development for clients in Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the Americas, across diverse industries. His clients include Singapore Ministry of Home Affairs, UAE Crown Prince Court, Saudi Arabia Ministry of Communications, Singapore Academy of Law, amongst others.

His research has been published in leading practitioner journals such as Harvard Business Review and INSEAD Knowledge; and leading academic journals including Psychological Science and others. His work has also been featured across a range of international media outlets such as TIME, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, CNN, BBC, The Business Times (Singapore) and beyond.

Learn more about Andy here.

Connective Cultures

This workshop is brought to you by MyEO Women

Embark on a transformative journey that empowers you to harness the rich tapestry of cultural, opinion, and belief differences through the principles of Connective Cultures.

As visionary CEOs, you know the future is not just about market trends, but also the nuanced interplay of diverse ideas and perspectives. This workshop is your guide to navigating this complexity with grace and strategic acumen.

In this interactive experience, we will refine essential skills such as suspending judgments, igniting curiosity, engaging in active listening, and perfecting the art of inquiry. Through dynamic exercises and thought-provoking dialogue, uncover innovative strategies that turn diversity of thought into a powerful catalyst for growth and creativity.

“Connective Cultures” is a strategic asset for your enterprise, unlocking new markets and strengthening your team’s unity. Prepare to redefine your business environment, fostering a culture where every voice adds value. This is where the richness of diverse ideas form the bedrock of innovation and achievement in an ever-evolving entrepreneurial landscape.

Bio

Anna Lecat, an EO Paris member, a global entrepreneur, and CEO of several multinational companies, exemplifies resilience and adaptability in the world of international business. Her transformative journey started as a Ukrainian immigrant in China. She is now a global business leader and exemplifies her extraordinary ability to navigate and bridge diverse cultural landscapes.

Through her experience, Anna has built businesses in each of her adopted countries. She is the founder of Streamline Alliance, a trailblazer in ethical manufacturing, and Les Lunes, a successful sustainable fashion house. Anna has shown a deep commitment to ethical and sustainable practices, fostering global cooperation and innovation.

At the helm of Connective Cultures, Anna introduces a framework that amplifies our innate ability to connect across different opinions, beliefs, and cultures. With over 25 years of global business experience, she guides leaders and teams to transform these differences into opportunities for growth and innovation. Understanding “Connective Cultures” serves as a pivotal growth tool for your business, unlocking untapped markets, and strengthening internal cohesion.

Join us as we embark on a transformative journey, equipping you with the tools to inspire unity, master complexity, and grow together in an ever-evolving entrepreneurial landscape.

Learn more about Anna here.

Brightening Your Future Through Deals

This workshop is brought to you by MyEO DealExchange

For many types of day-to-day questions, we often hear the phrase, “there is an app for that.” For these bigger issues relating to achieving our vision and mission Corey says, “there is a deal for that.”

In this session, we will cover how to become a dealmaker, the types of deals that can help you meet the challenges you face, solve your frustrations, and accelerate your success.

Corey will share his decades of experience with real-life results and lessons as a dealmaker. In addition, you will learn via participant hotseats in which we will address your challenges and opportunities in real-time to determine what types of deals might be right for you.

Bio

Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker with more than 35 years of professional dealmaking and negotiating experience.

He is the founder and principal of Kupfer & Associates, PLLC, a leading corporate and deal law firm. Corey is also the founder and CEO of DealQuest, a speaking, training, and consulting company.

Corey is an author of the Amazon best-selling book Authentic Negotiating: Clarity, Detachment & Equilibrium – The Three Keys to True Negotiating Success & How to Achieve Them.  He is also the creator and host of the Top 1% ranked DealQuest.

Corey originally joined EO New York in 2008 and was President of EO New York from 2013 – 2015. He is currently a member of the EO Los Angeles and East Bridge Chapters and is the MyEO DealExchange Champion.

Learn more about Corey here.

This workshop is brought to you by Forum

In a world often marked by our differences, how do you best approach difficult conversations when someone has a deeply differing point of view? This session explores how to build a bridge based on empathy and understanding, ultimately creating meaningful conversation that transcends boundaries.

Throughout his presentation, Jesús will share practical strategies for cultivating empathy and active listening, with tangible tools to navigate emotionally charged conversations. We will discover how our “human” values will always outweigh our differences.

Jesús is a frequent speaker at EO events, recognized for his authenticity and compassion. The inspiration for this talk stems from his involvement in facilitating a dialogue among members of various religions within EO, along with the valuable lessons that came from that experience.

Bio

Jesús de la Garza was born in Monterrey, Mexico. Jesús is a restless world traveller who has visited more than 64 countries and has worked in more than 40 of them. He is an expert in group dynamics, believing small groups can change the world.

With a wide range of experience, Jesús has a master’s degrees in both in both business and counseling. This has helped him expand his perspective of human behaviour, as well as discovered the challenges a person faces in group interactions.

Jesús has more than 30 years of experience in the steel industry. For the last 28 years, he has represented companies like TATA Steel International Americas (Former Corus International Americas) and British Steel Limited.

In 2015, he founded De la Garza & Associates, a consulting firm specializing in making CEOs and executives achieve high performance for themselves and their teams. He also founded Monarch Advantage, a tool for transformative leadership designed to help leaders be more effective working with their executive teams.

He is the author of the award-winning book 100 Leadership Questions and has created and facilitated over 750 sessions and seminars around the world on leadership, high performance groups, life balance, empathy, and more. Jesús develops material continuously to increase people’s level of consciousness through group experiences.

Also, Jesús participates in pro bono work and is currently teaching as a professor at Eunoya Multiversity.

For published papers, visit: www.monarchleaders.com/papers

Learn more about Jesús here.

Eric Silverberg and Eli Gladstone

This workshop is brought to you by the EO Global Speakers Academy (GSA)

The common misconception about becoming a world-class public speaker is that it’s solely about honing skills. However, the truth is that it’s more about developing the mindset. While learning strategies for storytelling and audience engagement is vital, they’re just pieces of the puzzle. The most exceptional speakers understand that their greatness isn’t just about how they address the crowd; it’s also about their internal dialogue.

Every individual possesses innate abilities to influence, inspire, share knowledge, and connect with others. Yet, when faced with speaking to groups, many experience a transformation where self-doubt and insecurity take over. Overcoming these inner obstacles is the key to unleashing one’s communication potential.

Whether you’re grappling with public speaking fears, seeking a communication edge, or aiming to make public speaking your superpower, join this session to unlock more of your potential.

Bio

Eric Silverberg and Eli Gladstone co-founded Speaker Labs, a public speaking training organization based in Toronto, Canada.  Their partnership is driven by a shared passion for helping individuals express ideas confidently and clearly.

They also happen to be best friends, and they share practically identical career paths! They both began their careers in the world of academia as professors at Canada’s prestigious Ivey Business School. It was there that they found their love for teaching while engaging with eager minds in bustling classrooms. 

Driven by an insatiable entrepreneurial spirit, they transitioned into the realm of high-growth tech startups. Little did they know that the public speaking expertise honed in the lecture hall would become their most valuable asset in the unpredictable world of business.

A pivotal moment occurred when they recognized a recurring inquiry among their peers: the quest to master the art of storytelling, to command attention with clarity and dynamism, and above all, to exude confidence on any stage. It was this realization that sparked the inception of Speaker Labs — a manifestation of their combined passion for teaching and communication.

Today, their influence extends far beyond the confines of traditional education. From empowering leaders at industry titans like Shopify, Google, and Uber to nurturing entrepreneurial talent at EO’s Global Speakers Academy, their impact knows no bounds.

Learn more about Speaker Labs here.

Tai Chi Relaxation

Tai Chi Relaxation is foundational for teaching the ability to relax the body and mind to release stress and experience a healthy, happy, natural state of life. This restorative practice compromises nine meditative movements. The first eight are moving meditations, the last one is a non-moving, sitting meditation.

Each of the nine movements is synchronized with a specific acupuncture point in the Ren or Du meridians based in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).

The benefits are achieved naturally through the kai he (opening, uniting) process. Like washing/purifying your energy, you release stress hormones and murky Qi to rejuvenate and revitalise your physical body, mind and spirit.

Tai Chi Relaxation can be practiced anywhere in any attire, standing or sitting, and is suitable for any age.

Bio

Most people aspire to be happy and healthy, and the key to both is relaxation. The Chinese cultural meaning of Heart (xin 心) encompasses both the physical heart and the unseen ‘Heart’ in seven aspects: emotion, virtue, wisdom, concentration, desire, vision, and attitude. Tania dedicates her life to teaching the practice of relaxing and opening the heart and body to achieve balance, wholeness, and harmony.

Tania holds a diploma in biotechnology from Singapore Polytechnic and a degree in cinema and photography from Ithaca College in New York where she graduated Most Outstanding Student of the Year in 1999.

With more than 20 years in the film industry, Tania’s filmography includes feature-length films “Cages” and “Lucky7”, and numerous short films. She was also selected to be amongst 11 Asian Women Directors spotlighted at the Creteil International Women’s Film Festival (2005). Her films have shown at international festivals including VideoBrasil Electronic Festival, The Singapore International Film Festival, and Busan Asian Short Film Festival.

Tania has served as Creative Director of AquaFire production house in Singapore from 1999 to 2008.

Since 2010, Tania has studied under the direct tutelage of Chinese Internal Martial Arts and Wellness Masters, including Master Li Junfeng, Master Ge Chunyan, and Teacher Li Jing. Tania was the gold medal winner for Bagua Zhang at the 2017 China Ancient Wudang International Martial Arts Exchange and at the 3rd Singapore International Wushu ZiJin Cup Championship

Starting in 2015, Tania’s work has focused on teaching Chinese Internal Martial Arts and Meditation practices as foundational to holistic wellness, helping people release stress and shine to their potential. Her students range from children to adults.

Tania currently teaches at O’Joy Senior Care Centre and provides individual training and workshops to groups. She also hosts weekly International Sheng Zhen Moving Meditation trainings featuring Master Li Junfeng.

Learn more about Tania here.