Thrive in the future of work by investing in your single greatest asset: your people.

The future of work is here and it is anything but simple. From AI and automation to economic uncertainty, a multigenerational workforce that spans as many as six generations, increasing demands for flexibility and hybrid work, and skyrocketing rates of disengagement, disconnection, burnout, and overwhelm; now is the time for leaders to invest in their people.

Learn how to thrive in the future of work with your coach, internationally renowned keynote speaker, workplace culture expert, and bestselling author of Friendship in the Age of Loneliness and The Workplace Belonging Toolkit, Smiley Poswolsky.

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Curriculum

  WEEK ONE: Build a High-Performing Culture in the Age of AI and Overwhelm  

As face-to-face time has been replaced by constant digital communication and the rise of AI agents, loneliness and overwhelm have surged, causing productivity, trust, and morale to take a hit. This session shows leaders how to create a culture of connection that boosts performance across in-person, hybrid, and remote environments.

  Key Takeaways:  

• Learn 5 essential practices that drive a high-performing, super-connected workplace culture.
• Understand how to foster stronger psychological safety and trust across all work environments.
• Implement simple, practical exercises to improve clarity, communication, and well-being in your team.
• Link culture-building directly to measurable outcomes like retention, engagement, and productivity.

  WEEK TWO: Attract, Retain, and Engage the Talent of the Future  

As the war for talent grows more competitive and the labor market tightens, as many as six generations are meeting together in an ever-evolving workplace for the first time in history. Learn what Gen-Z talent wants and why, explore the surprising similarities between what Gen-Z, Millennials, Gen-X, and Baby Boomers all want in the workplace, and review case studies for communicating across generations and increasing employee engagement in challenging times.

  Key Takeaways:  

• Learn what differentiates Gen Z and how to use 5 proven approaches to engage teams across generations.
• Develop communication habits that reduce friction and build trust across generations.
• Gain insights on the future of talent, next gen recruitment and retention strategies, and practical habits to prioritize well-being and mental health in the era of burnout.

  WEEK THREE: Lead Through Relationships: The New Competitive Advantage in a Hybrid World  

How do you lead from anywhere and everywhere in a hybrid world? In the future of work, investing in relationships is the best investment in performance we can make. Smiley shows us that nurturing better relationships at work is a ritual, a competitive advantage, and one of the most worthwhile things we can do to drive personal and professional growth. This session will help you lead high-performing teams with care, accountability, authenticity, conflict resolution, and trust; in-person, virtually, and everywhere in between.

  Key Takeaways:  

• Understand why relationship-based leadership is now a top performance differentiator.
• Practice an exercise to build deeper and more meaningful connections with your employees and clients.
• Begin designing your own Individual Relationships Action Plan to prioritize human connection at your company.

  WEEK THREE BONUS SESSION: The 7 Traits of Emotionally Fit Leadership  

The world is beginning to understand that stress, burnout, anxiety—and, let’s face it, the universal pains of adulting—can drastically affect a company’s bottom line. To be successful today, leaders need to be emotionally and physically healthy. There are plenty of apps and products that claim to help achieve this, but an effective focus on mental and emotional health must be built from the inside out. In this interactive presentation, renowned psychologist Dr. Emily Anhalt explores the seven traits that emotionally healthy leaders prioritize, and shares practical tools to strengthen your emotional fitness.

  Key Takeaways:  

• Discover the seven traits that emotionally fit leaders prioritize in their daily lives.
• Learn practical tools and exercises to strengthen emotional and mental resilience.
• Understand how emotional fitness directly impacts team performance and organizational success.

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 Schedule* 

WEEK 1

 Future of Work Lab – Session 1 (Live) 
 Wednesday, 21 January 2026 at 11:00 AM EST / 4:00 PM UTC (Convert to your time zone) 

 Future of Work Lab – Session 1 (Live, Repeated) 
 Wednesday, 21 January 2026 at 8:00 PM EST / 1:00 AM UTC (22 January) (Convert to your time zone) 

WEEK 2

 Future of Work Lab – Session 2 (Live) 
 Wednesday, 28 January 2026 at 11:00 AM EST / 4:00 PM UTC (Convert to your time zone) 

 Future of Work Lab – Session 2 (Live, Repeated) 
 Wednesday, 28 January 2026 at 8:00 PM EST / 1:00 AM UTC (29 January) (Convert to your time zone) 

WEEK 3

 Future of Work Lab – Session 3 (Live) 
 Wednesday, 4 February 2026 at 11:00 AM EST / 4:00 PM UTC (Convert to your time zone) 

 Future of Work Lab – Session 3 (Live, Repeated) 
 Wednesday, 4 February 2026 at 8:00 PM EST / 1:00 AM UTC (5 February) (Convert to your time zone) 

WEEK 3 Bonus Session

 Mental Fitness for Entrepreneurs – Live Session 
 Wednesday, 4 February 2026 at 2:00 PM EST / 7:00 PM UTC (Convert to your time zone) 

 *At EO, we are committed to providing valuable content and engaging with participants from various time zones. We understand that scheduling live sessions can be challenging, considering the diversity of our attendees. Our goal is to strike a balance that allows us to reach as many participants as possible while considering the logistical constraints involved—including speaker availability. 

ALL SESSIONS WILL BE RECORDED AND WE WILL SHARE THE RECORDING WITH REGISTRANTS 48 HOURS POST-SESSION.