Laura Thomas

Presentation: Crucial Conversations for Team Performance

Abstract: This presentation will focus on Performance Management coaching and best practices utilizing the framework of Emotional Intelligence (EQ) intertwined with messages from the New York Times best seller Crucial Conversations. Engaging strategies on team evaluation, coaching, delegation and performance through the lens of a project manager with high EQ will be shared.

PMI Talent Triangle Skill: Leadership

Biography: Laura Thomas is a strategic management consultant and a trusted advisor with progressive experience in designing and implementing performance improvement strategies, change initiatives and organizational effectiveness solutions across government, for-profit and not-for-profit sectors. She possesses cross-functional leadership expertise with proven success in optimizing organizational growth, productivity, and efficiency to deliver desired results. Laura administers her expertise in performance, talent, strategy, and communications to diverse industries. Laura completed her Masters in Education Policy and Public Affairs from Brown University and Bachelors from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.