Stop Being Nice, Start Being Kind (Virtual)

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All WIFM members are invited to join our three-part virtual leadership series led by Heather Elkington, designed to help you communicate with confidence, lead more effectively, and take ownership of your career.

 

Session 1: Stop Being Nice, Start Being Kind
Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Explore how people-pleasing and the need to be liked can hold us back, and why real kindness means having the conversations that matter, even when they’re uncomfortable. This session offers practical tools for moving from conflict avoidance to confident, direct communication.
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Session 2: How to Communicate Like a Boss
Wednesday, July 29, 2026

Learn how to show up with authority and emotional intelligence in every interaction: emails, Slack, meetings, and high-stakes conversations. This session digs into how to feel the emotion without letting it run the show.
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Session 3: Own Your Career
Tuesday, August 25, 2026

Explore how to take radical accountability for where you are and where you’re going, regardless of your manager, your company, or the economy. Gain practical steps to stop waiting for someone else to take the reins and start leading your own career forward.
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Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET (5:00 PM – 6:00 PM BST)
Location: Zoom

 

We look forward to seeing you there!

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