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Emerging Leaders Telecast and Workshops

The Spring 2010 Emerging Leaders Certificate Program begins on Tuesday.

To register for events, you must complete a Registration Form.

**NSLS TELECAST**  The Science of Influence

Guest Telecast Speaker: Robert Cialdini

Date: Tuesday, January 26, 2010

Time: 6:45pm - 8:30pm

Location: Student Center, Nelly Goletti Theatre

Cialdini’s two books, Science and Practice and Influence and The Psychology of Persuasion have sold over a million copies in twenty languages. Participants will explore the science of persuasion learning why people act the way they do in business and other settings. Emerging Leaders need to know how to get people to say YES. This Telecast promises to teach change tactics that yield amazing results.

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Motivating the Masses: EQ Skills for Leaders

Guest Speaker: Dr. Stanley E. Harris ‘68, Trustee and Alumnus, Marist College, Senior Medical Director, Horizon Blue Cross/Blue Shield of NJ

Date: Friday, January 29, 2010

Time: 11:00am - 12:30pm

Location: Student Center, Performing Arts Room

What are the differences between the leaders you follow because you have to and those you follow because you want to? Whether working on a group project or managing a club or organization, participants in this workshop will learn about Emotional Intelligence and the tips and techniques necessary to motivate people to act with urgency to implement change and sustain excellence.

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The Bartender’s Guide to Leadership

Guest Speaker: Dr. Helen Rothberg, Professor, Marist College School of Management

Date: Wednesday, February 3, 2010

Time: 11:00am - 12:30pm

Location: Student Center, Cabaret

Sometimes you learn to lead where everybody knows your name. Participants will raise the bar on their leadership skills by studying what they can learn working at one. Join the regulars -- corporate executives and fellow Marist students who love mixing it up with Dr. Helen Rothberg.

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Can We Really Network in a P.C. World?

Guest Speaker: Colin McCann, Assistant Director of First Year Programs & Leadership Development and Adjunct Lecturer in Communication

Date: Monday, February 8, 2010

Time: 11:00am - 12:30pm

Location: Student Center, Performing Arts Room

The download on diversity requires us to truly talk about difficult issues. In a P.C. (politically correct) world, can we really tackle the tough stuff. What should participants bring to this workshop? Please bring an open mind and a willingness to dive in at the deep end as we take part in a variety of discussions and activities designed to bridge the gaps between cultures.

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Self Presentation Skills For Leadership and for Life

Guest Speaker: Allison Friedman, Counselor, Marist College

Date: Thursday, February 11, 2010

Time: 11:00am - 12:30pm

Location: Student Center, Performing Arts Room

Whether working on a group project, landing a top-notch internship, or leading an organization, self confidence and presentation skills are essential elements for success. Radio Host, Columnist, and Marist College Counselor, Allie Freidman will help you increase your confidence in presenting, persuading, influencing and leading.

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Egg-citing Team Building Tips for Leaders

Guest Speaker: Cynthia Krom, Assistant Professor, Marist College School of Management.

Date: Wednesday, February 17, 2010

Time: 9:30am - 11:00am

Location: Presidents Dining Room, Student Center Second Floor

Leadership involves being creative and thinking on your feet. You will be shocked at the team building we have planned for you during this special breakfast opportunity. This is not your ordinary omelet of leadership lessons. Learn to form the power ties that help teams perform.

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President’s Panel: Alumni Lessons in Leadership

Guest Speakers: Kent Rinehart ’94, Dean of Undergraduate Admissions, Bobbi Sue Gibbons ’04, Assistant Director of Advancement& Maryellen Conway ’07, Coordinator of First Year Programs & Leadership Development.

Date: Thursday, February 18, 2010

Time: 9:30am - 11:00am

Location: Student Center, Performing Arts Room

We are turning a square room into an Oval Office by providing a unique opportunity to learn from this distinguished alumni panel of past SGA Presidents who have carried their Marist experiences into their careers. Participants will hear how holding Marist’s highest student office provided life-long lessons in leadership while opening doors to a variety of different professional experiences. Bring your curiosity, your questions and your appetite.

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Character Clips: Following the Leaders and Leading the Followers

Guest Speaker: Joseph Connell, Director, Academic Services and Testing, Dutchess Community College

Date: Friday, February 19, 2010

Time: 11:00am - 12:30pm

Location: Student Center, Performing Arts Room

A new topic in this unique and highly interactive series, Joe Connell’s multi-media presentation offers students a chance to explore essential aspects of leadership using examples from pop-culture. Participants will reflect on the perspective they bring to their endeavors when they have to step up to create the vision and when they have to step back as a contributor.

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**NSLS TELECAST**  Becoming the Highest Version of Yourself

Guest Telecast Speaker: Dr. Bertice Berry, Sociologist, Author, Lecturer, Educator and Winner of the NACA Speaker of the Year Award.

Date: Tuesday, February 23, 2010

Time: 6:45pm - 8:30pm

Location: Student Center, Nelly Goletti Theatre

Though received as a Telecast, Dr. Berry has actually spoken at Marist in the past. Her first NSLS Telecast was so popular and motivating that she has been invited back to speak for the Society again. Dr. Berry has risen to National prominence by delivering a powerful message teaching participants how to shake off mediocrity and find their own journey to accomplish their purpose.

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What Would You Do? The Unknowns in Leadership

Guest Speaker: Wil De Los Santos, Coordinator of First Year Programs & Leadership Development, Marist College.

Date: Thursday, February 25, 2010

Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Location: Student Center, Performing Arts Room

A look at culture, context and the impact of history on shaping your leadership style. Find out how you would handle complex leadership opportunities today by exploring powerful lessons from the past. This interactive workshop is a perfect combination of reflection and action.

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There Is No I in Team

Guest Speaker: Kenneth Curley, President and CEO of Raymond Associates, Executive Leadership and Management.

Date: Wednesday, March 3, 2010

Time: 11:00am - 12:30pm

Location: Student Center, Room 349

Whether via Telecast or in-person, no ELP speaker has come to us with a more perfect portfolio of diverse leadership experience. Mr. Curley is a Marist Parent whose credentials include everything from: serving as the Aide de Camp to General Norman Schwarzkopf; to his role as the Chief of Staff Special Projects to the United Nations Coalition Provisional Authority’s Mission Iraq and the International Electoral Mission in Iraq; to supporting emergency response efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina via his leadership in a joint venture company, Advance Tactical Services. This workshop is not to be missed as participants will experience a power-packed capsule course in leadership and human relationships. Learn to lead by being authentic in all moments and by balancing your priorities.

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**NSLS TELECAST** Start Smart Finish Rich

Guest Telecast Speaker: David Bach, Author, Media Personality, and Financial Advisor

Date: Tuesday, March 23, 2010

Time: 6:45pm - 8:30pm

Location: Student Center, Nelly Goletti Theatre

David Bach has appeared on some of the biggest talk shows and financial programs on television and radio. He has published several bestselling books including the Automatic Millionaire and the Finish Rich series. Participants will learn their Latte Factor; hear how to build credit and pay down debt; and discover how to become a millionaire by 30.

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