Experience a high-energy, engaging training that brings mindfulness to life. In this 3-part extended session, you'll discover that mindfulness isn’t a buzzword—it’s a skill you can learn and practice every day. Learn how to apply both inner and outer mindfulness to your daily life and walk away with the clarity, inspiration, and tools you need to cut through judgment and false perception—so you can see life as it truly is.

Click see details below to learn more!

Session Overview

How can a leader effectively guide others if they lack a clear understanding of their own values, biases, and impact on those they lead?

In this session you will learn to:

• Identify your emotions
• Unhook from unhelpful though patterns
•  Manage behaviors that can lead to poor professional outcomes

This interactive self-awareness workshop is designed for professionals seeking to enhance their self understanding and leadership effectiveness. Participants will explore the dynamic connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, learning how each influences the other and impacts workplace interactions and decision-making. Through guided reflection, group discussion, and practical exercises, attendees will develop skills to identify their internal responses in real time and recognize patterns that may hinder growth or performance. Emphasis will be placed on increasing emotional intelligence, understanding triggers, and developing healthier, more intentional responses. By fostering a deeper awareness of self, participants will gain greater control over their reactions, improve communication, and strengthen professional relationships. This workshop empowers individuals to lead with clarity, manage stress more effectively, and navigate challenges with confidence. Ideal for managers, team leads, and professionals at any level, the session provides actionable strategies to support ongoing personal and professional development.

This workshop is typically $300; make sure to register for this exclusive Maine ATD offering to save over 50%! 

About the Presenter

I’m Emily Bottino, founder & CEO of DaZyne. I’m an inspirational speaker, trainer, and consultant passionate about helping individuals and organizations discover and embrace their true selves. My work focuses on leadership development and executive coaching, particularly within the health and human services sector. I specialize in fostering authentic, empathetic leadership to enhance communication, employee engagement, and organizational culture. Through my signature program, the DaZyne Leadership Lab (DLL), I support leaders at all levels in creating meaningful, measurable, and lasting transformation.

Cancellation Policy: A full refund will be issued if the cancellation request is made on or before 5 calendar days before the scheduled program. Please email events@tdmaine.org with your inquiries.

Gen Zs are changing expectations in the workplace, and organizations must decide if they will adapt to retain them. So, will you lead them, or will you lose them?

Register now to join Julie Guerette-Vafaee, CEO and Founder of Humanalyze Consulting, for a virtual session.

Click see details below to learn more!

Session Overview

In this session you will learn how to:

• Recognize Gen Z’s learning preferences and apply them to your organization's culture.
• Identify organizational improvement opportunities by engaging directly with early-career employees.
• Connect employee engagement initiatives to measurable business outcomes such as retention and performance.

Today’s early-career employees are asking more of the workplace than any generation before them. By 2030, Gen Zs will make up one-third of the workforce, and companies will need to adapt quickly.

For this generation, work isn’t just a “job” - it’s a place to contribute to society, make an impact, and be continually challenged to learn. If they don’t see a path for advancement, they won’t hesitate to move on.

Learning isn’t just central to workforce development - it’s also one of the most effective strategies for retention.

In this session, we’ll explore five initiatives that both engage and create meaningful impact for early-career professionals:

• Team Off-sites
• Focus Groups
• Culture Committees
• Reverse Mentorship Programs
• Town Halls

Each initiative comes with a ready-to-use template that you can bring back to your own organization. Retaining Gen Zs is less about perks and more about embedding growth opportunities into all aspects of their work.

About the Presenter

Julie Guerette-Vafaee is the CEO and Founder of Humanalyze Consulting, a firm specializing in workplace culture and leadership development. With cross-industry experience spanning national security, technology, and global consulting, Julie helps organizations uncover the “why” behind workforce challenges, navigate change, and ensure every employee has a voice - and a seat at the table.

Previously, Julie worked as an external consultant at The RepTrak Company, advising global clients such as Lenovo, AT&T, and Cargill on employer brand and organizational reputation. She also held an in-house consulting role at MIT Lincoln Laboratory, where she partnered with engineers and scientists to improve team dynamics, culture, and workforce effectiveness.

In addition to consulting, Julie lectures at Suffolk University, teaching a course on professional development.

Julie holds a B.S. in Journalism from Suffolk University and an M.S. in International Politics from Trinity College Dublin, and a Chief Learning Officer Executive Certificate from George Mason University.

Cancellation Policy: A full refund will be issued if the cancellation request is made on or before 5 calendar days before the scheduled program. Please email events@tdmaine.org with your inquiries.