A vulnerable leader is an accessible, compelling figure who dares to embrace the diverse reality of the human experience, casts a vision for the future with conviction, creates a shared community that adapts to dynamic situations, and courageously risks authenticity. During this workshop, you will that vulnerability is not a weakness and can help you build relationships with your employees that will lead to increased productivity and loyalty.

Interpersonal Communication is a kind of communication in which people communicate their feeling, ideas, emotions and information face to face to each other. It can be in verbal or non-verbal form. Interpersonal communication is not only about what is said and what is received but also about how it is said, how the body language used, and what was the facial expression. In this workshop, you will learn to differentiate between positive and negative interpersonal skills in a variety of workplace settings.

What is it? Why does it matter to me? What can I do with it? Emotional Intelligence is a concept that relates to how we manage ourselves and how we relate to others. Emotional intelligence in the workplace is almost as important as "traditional" intelligence—and in many cases, it is more important for solving complex problems that require teamwork and the human element.

On March 11th, 2021, the President signed the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) into law. This legislation extended many of the COVID-19 related benefits and tax credits through 2021. Even small business can utilize these services but need a good payroll partner to accurately process the credits for you through payroll tax credits. Our HR and Compliance experts will walk you through how you can take advantage of these resources for your business.

We discuss the changes and updates made to the FFCRA and what that means for your business and your employees. Our team of HR experts cover; how to obtain tax credits, remote employee engagement, required paid sick leave, and employers responsibility for safety.

HR101 presented by Danielle Bearden, Lever1. Moderated by Karen Foelsch, SCORE Kansas City with panelist Mary Overbey

Is your business growing or do you need to replace a terminated employee? This interactive session will cover full cycle recruiting from job postings to onboarding employees in person or remotely!

When the time comes, how and when do you recall your staff? The pitfalls surrounding selection and discrimination that may play into your decision.

The FFCRA allows employee new leave protection such as paid sick leave, extended FMLA and the CARES Act tax credits. Understand how this new leave is both employee and employer friendly and the resources you need to administer them correctly.

What are the differences and what is best for my company? Walk through the best course of action to avoid discrimination pitfalls when selecting employees for reduction of work as well as how to manage their unemployment claims and health coverage.

Managing a remote workforce requires inventive ways to ensure work is conducted seamlessly while ensuring your employees are positively engaged in company culture.

While your business is unique, employees have the same fears about working during a pandemic. From exposure to performance, this session will cover the most commonly asked questions employees have and how you can answer them as a complaint and empathic manager.

Join STARTLAND and presenting partner Fishtech for a virtual, lunch-time discussion that looks at how some of Kansas City's fastest-growing companies are scaling in the silicon prairie and what peer-startups should take note of.

Listen to answers the Missouri Department of Labor has in regards to unemployment across the state in the heat of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Join Erica Brune and Ken Bramble as they discuss mental and financial health during a crisis.