The Brain in the Workplace

Incorporating recent scientific findings, this workshop explores the relationship between the brain, psychology, and leadership. The session is designed to help build one’s personal and team leadership capacity by examining recent research about how the brain makes connections and changes itself. It will touch upon topics such as the role of emotions in decision-making, the impact of stress, interpersonal communication, and how social bonds are formed. The course will introduce five unique capabilities of the brain that are critical for effective leadership.

Facilitator: Paul Mohapel

For more information about this course please contact Professional and Continuing Studies

Strategies will be offered to build each of these five capabilities, such as mindfulness, to enhance focus and attention, promote emotional calmness, and deepen social bonds. Using interactive and experiential based exercises, participants will discover strategies to maximize one’s personal and interpersonal leadership skills.

Topics Covered:

Understand the basics about the brain
Explain the role of positive and negative emotions on the brain
Learn the impact of toxic work environments on the brain
Describe the five capabilities of the prefrontal cortex
Apply brain-based strategies to enhance and develop your prefrontal cortex
Learn about the neurobiology of mindfulness