Tuesday, October 8, 2024 from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM CST In Person and Virtual

October Table Topics Luncheon

What is Table Topics?
Table Topics is an event on the second Tuesday of the month that
features networking and a keynote speaker. It's offered in person on the third floor
of the WBCS office building (5605 N. MacArthur Blvd Irving, TX 75038) and
virtually via Zoom Meeting.

For those attending in person, lunch is provided.
For those attending virtually, there is an online facilitator.

All who register for the event will receive the presentation recording.

Questions? Contact WBCS Senior Director of Programs, Elizabeth Garner.

The Chemistry of Connection

The Science Behind Bonding & Rapport

Building strong connections is the foundation of success in leadership, sales, and business (or all) relationships. In this interactive workshop, we will dive into the science of communication, exploring how to effectively build rapport and why it’s essential for business growth. You’ll learn how the elements of communication shape our relationships, what causes rapport to break down, and why just "being yourself" isn't always enough to create lasting connections.

We’ll discuss different communication styles using DISC, and you will discover how to read others, identify their preferred communication style, and communicate in a way that fosters connection. We will explore how to ensure others feel heard and understood to create an environment of mutual respect and trust—setting the stage for powerful, authentic relationships.

Attendees will leave with:

• A deeper understanding of the communication elements that foster or break rapport
• Techniques to read and connect with others using DISC behavioral styles
• A strategy to create an environment of trust and mutual respect in all interactions
• Tools for self-awareness and how it enhances your communication and leadership skills

Speaker

Agenda

11:00 - 11:55 ... Welcome and Small Group Networking
11:55 - 12:00 ... Announcements
12:00 - 1:00 ... Presentation

 

Pricing

This event is open to everyone.

Offered in person and virtually, there are several admission options to meet your needs.
The deadline to register for in person attendance at the early bird rate is Monday, October 7 at 3:00pm CST. 
After that, on-site registration is available for a higher fee.
Registration for virtual attendance is available until the minute before the event begins.

What If I Register and Can’t Attend?

Cancellation and Refund Policy
All sales are final. In the event that the registrant can no longer attend, the unused registration is considered a donation to the Council.

Substitutions Welcome
If you have a conflict arise and can’t attend the event, another person may attend in your place at no charge.

Substitutions may be submitted in two ways:
1. via the link and reference # that are provided in your confirmation email
2. via email request to WBCS Senior Director of Programs, Elizabeth Garner

In Person

$40 / $50

member vs non-member

$5 more on-site
 

Sponsor

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Each sponsorship level includes event admissions and branding. Contact Lindsay Pittard at lpittard@wbcsouthwest.org to secure a sponsorship. Review options in our 2024 sponsorship catalog

Virtual

$15 / $25

member vs non-member

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