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Leveraging research to improve your workplace
About Dr. Lauer
Dr. AJ Lauer is the founder of Thriving Ibis Leadership Solutions. She is an expert on diversity and leadership in computing. Dr. Lauer weaves together personal stories and well-researched actionable ideas into experiences that are sure to educate, entertain, and inspire your audience.
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How to Face the Imposter and Learn about DEI
AJ defines what diversity, equity, and inclusion really mean in the workplace and shares actionable strategies to create environments where people can truly thrive. AJ also shares insights from her new book, My Monster Mungo.
From Snow Blizzards to Coaching Scientists Through Imposter Syndrome
​Real-life journey of becoming a leadership coach for scientist, engineers, and STEM professionals. Learn about AJ's path to becoming the author of My Monster Mungo. ​​​​​​​
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome on the Becky Beach Show
What is it, who does it affect, and how to overcome it. How do we embrace a part of your that shows up?​​​
Allyship in HPC with Alces Flight Ltd.
The value of Allyship. How to become an effective ally, support underrepresented groups, to help drive meaningful change
DisruptHR: Monster in the Red Scarf - A Bedtime Story Reframe of Imposter Syndrome
In this short 5 minute video, Dr. Lauer presents a new way of thinking about Imposter Syndrome: the Imposter Monster! DisruptHR events are often described as TEDx for Human Resources. Speakers are invited to present ideas that will shift the way human resources professionals think about their work.
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Dr. Lauer speaks with James Hodgson on Humanism Now about Imposter Monster
Dr. Lauer speaks with Julie Fischer about the pervasive issue of Imposter Monster.
Dr. Lauer speaks with Dr. Anokhi Kapasi on Science Careers for Moms | Women in STEM, work-life balance, career goals, career planning, decision making
Dr. Lauer joins the Tattooed Freaks in Business Suits to explore how we embrace and tame our Imposter Monster
Dr. Lauer speaks with Joyce Odidison about Imposter Syndrome and its impacts on resilience.
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Befriending your Imposter Monster
Introducing your Imposter Monster! This research-supported method encourages participants to think of imposter feelings as a result of their environment rather than something that is wrong with them. The result is a healthier perspective on imposter feelings, decreased stress in situations that were previously difficult, and an improved ability to do brave things. ​You'll meet your Imposter Monster, and we'll discuss ways to turn them from a whisper that makes you feel small to a champion who helps you do hard things.
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Coaching for Employee Success
Coaching is a proven method to increase employee retention, engagement, and productivity. In Coaching for Employee Success, Dr. Lauer teaches essential coaching skills. Attendees will leave with an understanding of how to leverage these skills to help their teams thrive. Available as 1 hour introductory talk or 8 hour training.
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Communicating about Diversity and Inclusion
This highly-interactive virtual workshop series includes four 90 minute trainings. Each training covers a diversity topic and communication skill. Participants in the program will be equipped with the following: a basic understanding of the concepts of privilege, gender, and race within the US context; and improved listening skills and understanding of how to use curiosity and coaching questions to drive learning about DEI.