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Closing Argument: It Ain't Over 'til It's Over
The closing argument is your final opportunity to speak directly to the jury—and if used effectively, it can make all the difference between a verdict in your favor or one against you. It is your moment to clarify, unify, and persuade.This session is designed to help trial attorneys sharpen the most strategic and emotionally charged part of trial: the close. It’s more than just summarizing facts—it’s your c..
Early Detection of Autism Spectrum Disorder
Currently, the average age of ASD diagnosis in the United States is 4 years. Yet, ASD can be reliably diagnosed prior to age 2 years. This presentation will identify the earliest markers of ASD in infancy and toddlerhood, how to detect and diagnose ASD effectively, and how to rule out non-ASD neurodevelopmental disorders with overlapping symptoms. The use of evidence-based biomarkers for assisting in the di..
Why Bankers Spread Financial Statements and Analyze Them
In general, financial statements are centered around generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) in the United States. These principles require a company to create and maintain three main financial statements: the balance sheet, the income statement, and the cash flow statement. Public companies have stricter standards for reporting financial statements. Public companies must follow GAAP, which requires..
2025 Political Passions and Contention: How to Navigate Political Speech at Work
Course Description Political speech at work is creating more of a problem now than it did during the 2016 Presidential election!!! With the impeachment, divisive country, and recent 2024 elections, it has escalated even more. A new survey has found that a significantly increased percentage of employees are feeling stressed and strained because of the political speech. Employees are feeling more cynica..
Avoiding Wrongful Termination Claims : The Dos and Don’ts of Defensible Documentation
Wrongful termination claims are increasing exponentially and are catching employers by surprise. With sympathetic juries and high verdicts, employers must understand the process and the tools they should use to best avoid these types of claims.You’ve heard the statement, “If it’s not written down, it didn’t happen.” The human resources mantra for managers and supervisors is to "document, document, document,..
Crafting clear and compliant SOPs for Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are essential documents in the pharmaceutical and medical device industries, serving as the foundation for compliance, consistency, and operational efficiency. Regulatory bodies such as the FDA, EMA, and ISO 13485 require organizations to establish clear, well-documented procedures to ensure product quality, patient safety, and adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (..
Mastering Meetings: Strategies for Productive and Engaging Sessions
Organizations that run meetings haphazardly waste an enormous amount of time. This program will examine important best practices, including:Restricting Attendance to Essential Only Attendees: Ensuring your meetings are as productive and efficient as possible often starts with who is in the room, virtually or physically. According to a Fellow study, 47% of professionals complain that meetings waste too much ..
Overtime Rules – California Style
Overtime laws in California are quite unique compared to everywhere else in the United States. In fact, they are so comprehensive and stringent that they can catch even the most diligent employers off guard.But getting overtime pay wrong is more than just inconvenient for your employees — it’s also illegal. You could even be responsible for paying back up to three years’ worth of unpaid overtime..
Powerful Communication Tools for Today’s Diverse Workforce
Communication isn’t just about exchanging words—it’s about understanding, respect, and connection.But right now, most companies are struggling because employees don’t know how to communicate across generational and experiential gaps.Older employees expect respect. Younger employees don’t know how to demonstrate it.Leaders assume their teams should already know how to communicate effectively. They don’t.The ..
Supporting Your Team through Change, Uncertainty and Unpredictability in Challenging Times: Leadership Strategies for Success
In times of change, uncertainty, and unpredictability, leaders play a critical role in guiding their teams through challenges while maintaining morale, engagement, and productivity. This presentation provides leaders with practical strategies to foster resilience, build trust, and create stability within their teams. Participants will explore effective communication techniques, emotional intelligence skills..
Workplace Violence: CMS and Joint Commission Standards
Workplace Violence has escalated over the past 15 years, especially in the healthcare arena. Such violence is directed at providers and staff, but also towards family members and others, with injuries frequently occurring to bystanders such as healthcare providers. In November 2022, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) issued a memo regarding workplace safety, addressing care in a safe environme..
Coaching vs. Managing: The Key to Empowering Your Team
In today’s rapidly changing workplace, the way we lead others is evolving. Traditional management — focused on control, oversight, and direction — is no longer enough to inspire high performance, loyalty, and growth. The most effective leaders today aren’t just managers; they’re skilled coaches who empower individuals to think critically, stay aligned with their strengths and values, and develop into the be..
Computer System Validation (CSV) Boot Camp
We will explore the best practices and strategic approach for evaluating computer systems used in conducting FDA-regulated activities and determining the level of potential risk, should they fail, on data integrity, process, and product quality, and consumer/patient safety. We will walk through the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) approach to validation, based on risk assessment, and will also discuss 2..
The Science of Leadership: Unlocking EQ for Better Decision-Making
This research-driven, practical session unpacks the neuroscience of emotional intelligence and its impact on leadership effectiveness. Participants will learn the core components of EQ—self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills—and how these translate into better decisions, stronger relationships, and healthier work cultures.We will explore what happens in the brain during decis..
The Security Lens: Risk-Based Adjudication for F, M, and J Visa Categories
A central focus of the program is identifying risk indicators that may not be immediately obvious. You will learn about the specific risk assessment methodologies used in adjudicating F, M, and J visas. Understanding how factors like an applicant’s background, country of origin, or program type influence risk profiles would provide a nuanced perspective on decision-making in visa processing. Visa ..